Wastewater Treatment Facility Mechanic (Facilities Mechanic/Operator)

Wastewater Treatment Facility Mechanic (Facilities Mechanic/Operator)

Are you a skilled mechanic who takes pride in environmental stewardship, public service, and keeping vital systems running? The Alderwood Water & Wastewater District (AWWD) is seeking a full-time Wastewater Treatment Facility Mechanic (Facilities Mechanic/Operator) to join our Maintenance & Operations (M&O) Department. In this essential role, you'll help safeguard public health and the environment by maintaining process equipment to ensure high standards of treatment and compliance across our operations.

About the Role:

As a Wastewater Treatment Facility Mechanic (Facilities Mechanic/Operator), you'll be part of the dedicated team responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining AWWD's wastewater treatment facility (WWTF) to ensure compliance with District, local, state, and federal regulations. Reporting to the WWTF Manager and with assistance from the WWTF Operators, you'll lead high-level repairs to a variety of treatment process equipment at the WWTF. Once the proper certifications are obtained, you'll also take part in performing the work of a WWTF Operator outside of mechanic. This position may be required to respond to emergency maintenance situations outside of normal working hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Key focus areas include:

• Perform general and complex maintenance and repair tasks on plant equipment and facilities; perform carpentry, masonry and building maintenance duties as required; and maintain a clean work area
• Participate in the operation, repair, maintenance, and upkeep of the Wastewater Treatment Facility
• Maintain regular inspection schedule
• Coordinate and manage a preventative maintenance schedule for the WWTF with use of the District's CMMS software.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of wastewater treatment operations and mechanical experience, and a commitment to public health and safety. Additionally, will have the flexibility to fulfill the WWTF Operator duties as needed, provided they meet the minimum qualifications for that classification as well. You'll thrive in this role if you enjoy problem solving, working with equipment, and being part of a mission-driven team.

This position offers opportunities to apply your technical skills, solve problems, and contribute to our mission of delivering clean, reliable wastewater services for a growing community. If you're ready to make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you!

Hourly Salary: $40.43 - $57.96 per hour

Qualifications: Experience/Education: Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the job. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be (3) three years of related mechanical experience and (2) two years of related schooling or technical training. Licensing Requirements: Possess and maintain a Valid Washington State Driver's License, First Aid Card, and Forklift Certification. Grade 13 classification: Must earn a Group II Wastewater Treatment certification by third anniversary of appointment to this classification. Grade 14 classification: Group III Wastewater Treatment certification is required.

Benefits: Medical, Dental and Vision (with coverage for family) Vacation and Sick Leave Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) Deferred Compensation (457) with Employer Match Training and Educational Assistance / Tuition Reimbursement Program Wellness Incentive Commute Trip Reduction Incentive Flexible Spending Accounts Life/Disability Insurance Training / Development

How to Apply: To be considered during the first review of applicants, please submit your cover letter and resume by Sunday, July 12th, at 11:59 PM.

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Hiring Timeline:

• Candidates selected for interviews will be notified the week of July 13th
• Interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of July 22nd

The District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains policies for a drug-free and smoke-free environment. Prior to employment, a criminal history background check, driving record check, and reference checks will be conducted on the successful candidate.

Why Alderwood Water & Wastewater District?

WATER FOR LIFE, FOREVER

The Alderwood Water & Wastewater District's (AWWD) mission is to provide clean, reliable water and wastewater services for a healthy community. As an organization we strive to build and maintain a system that will function for the next 100 years and beyond. We protect the natural environment, conserve water resources, and provide critical services, every day. Spanning over 45-square miles in south Snohomish County, the District is the largest special purpose water/wastewater District in the State of Washington.

The District adopted a five year strategic plan that outlines the following strategies: serve you today, plan for tomorrow, protect our water supply, manage our information and our physical assets, and build a learning organization.

The District offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, group term life insurance, short term and long term disability coverage, State of Washington PERS 401(a) retirement plan participation, a deferred compensation match program, a commute reduction incentive, and a wellness incentive.