Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Temporary Short-Term Contract PositionThis is a focused, 1-week contract position designed for immediate support on a critical project.Key Duties & Responsibilities:Troubleshooting & Diagnostics Inspect and test filtration and separation machinery to locate the root cause of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or basic electrical issues.Monitor system performance using SCADA interfaces, gauges, meters, and control panels to spot early signs of equipment failure.Analyze historical data and operational trends to predict and prevent unexpected filtration unit shutdowns.Maintenance & Repair Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on pumps, blowers, valves, actuators, chemical feed systems, and complex filtration arrays.Rebuild, align, and replace worn or defective mechanical parts, seals, bearings, impellers, and filter modules.Clean, descale, and flush filtration units, tanks, and piping networks according to strict technical schedules.Compliance & Safety Adhere strictly to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space entry protocols, and OSHA safety standards when working near high-voltage lines and biological hazards.Maintain accurate electronic logs of completed work orders, parts usage, and equipment repair history.Ensure all repaired or adjusted filtration equipment meets Clean Water Act and NPDES discharge parameter limits.QualificationsDeep mechanical aptitude with pumps, valves, piping, gearboxes, and automated filtration systemsAbility to read and interpret mechanical blueprints, piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and equipment manualsWorking knowledge of basic electrical controls, motors, and instrumentation (480V 3-phase systems, VFDs, and sensors)Competency using hand tools, precision measuring instruments (calipers, dial indicators), and power toolsEducation & Experience:Education High school diploma or GED requiredTechnical trade school certification in industrial mechanics, mechatronics, or a related field is preferredExperience Minimum of 3–5 years of hands-on industrial mechanical maintenance experience, preferably within a water/wastewater treatment plant or heavy industrial processing facility requiredWorking Environment:Ability to lift up to 50–100 poundsAbility to work in tight or confined spacesWork takes place in an industrial environment with exposure to outdoor weather, noise, and wastewater treatment processesAvailability to participate in an on-call rotation for after-hours plant emergenciesAs an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and considers all applications equally, without discrimination.Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; the employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g., H-1B visa) for this opportunity.Veolia does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have a current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Any unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles will be deemed the property of the company, and no fee will be due.As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.