Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Mechanical Maintenance Technician

We are seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Technician to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment, facilities, and mechanical systems at a water/wastewater treatment facility. Previous wastewater experience is not required. Candidates with industrial maintenance, facilities maintenance, manufacturing maintenance, building maintenance, mechanical repair, plumbing, welding, HVAC, or related hands-on maintenance backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

This is an excellent opportunity for a mechanically inclined maintenance professional looking to join a stable operation with long-term growth potential.

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 2 years of maintenance, mechanical repair, facilities maintenance, industrial maintenance, building maintenance, HVAC, plumbing, welding, fabrication, or related hands-on experience
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to safely use hand and power tools

Preferred:

• Trade school or vocational training in mechanical, electrical, HVAC, welding, fabrication, or related fields
• Experience maintaining equipment such as motors, pumps, conveyors, HVAC systems, plumbing systems, compressors, generators, engines, or similar mechanical equipment
• Welding and metal fabrication experience
• Experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• Experience working in industrial, manufacturing, utility, municipal, or facility maintenance environments

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on buildings, structures, grounds, machinery, and equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment and facility systems
• Lubricate equipment and perform routine inspections to identify potential issues
• Replace bearings, seals, packing, and other wear components on mechanical equipment
• Assist with maintenance and repair of motors, pumps, valves, engines, and related systems
• Analyze equipment failures and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurring problems
• Install, set up, and assist with commissioning of new equipment
• Perform plumbing, pipefitting, and general mechanical repair tasks as needed
• Use welding and cutting equipment to fabricate, modify, and repair equipment and components
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and work orders
• Communicate maintenance findings and recommendations to supervisors and operations personnel
• Follow all safety policies and procedures while working on equipment and facility systems