Maintenance Technician

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Inframark's Operations and Maintenance team is an award-winning team that delivers cutting-edge water, wastewater, and public works services to municipalities, utility districts, and industries. We are dedicated to supporting our employees as well as protecting the environment and the communities we serve. You would be empowered to thrive in a dynamic, supportive, and innovative environment. Take the next step in your career and join us at Inframark.

Why Work for Inframark?

Our dedication to sustainability and community impact drives us to ensure clean, safe water for future generations. Whether you're at the start of your career or looking for advancement, Inframark offers purpose-driven work and opportunities for growth. We offer an attractive salary package, including a generous benefits package with health, dental, and life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off, sick leave, holidays, and wellness plan.

Maintenance Technician

General Statement of Duties

The Maintenance Technician I performs entry-level mechanical, preventative maintenance, repair, inspection, and support duties related to the operation and maintenance of the Wastewater Treatment Facility, pumping stations, lift stations, stormwater systems, combined sewer overflow (CSO) facilities, and associated infrastructure and equipment.

The Maintenance Technician I works under the direction of higher-level maintenance personnel and management staff while learning industrial maintenance practices, wastewater equipment systems, safety procedures, and maintenance operations necessary to support safe, efficient, and reliable facility operations.

The Maintenance Technician I may be required to assist with operations, maintenance, emergency response, stormwater operations, combined sewer overflow (CSO) activities, public works support activities, and other City or Project-related functions associated with the operation and maintenance agreement between the Company and the City of Fall River.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists with preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical, electromechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, instrumentation, and process equipment associated with wastewater treatment and related facilities.
• Performs routine inspections, maintenance, lubrication, oil changes, cleaning, and servicing of pumps, motors, blowers, compressors, valves, conveyors, generators, drives, chemical feed systems, and related equipment.
• Assists with troubleshooting and repair activities utilizing tools, gauges, meters, and diagnostic equipment common to the trade.
• Performs mechanically related activities specified by work orders and maintenance schedules.
• Assists with removing, reinstalling, cleaning, and testing new, repaired, or rebuilt equipment.
• Operates hand tools, power tools, grinders, and maintenance equipment in a safe manner and within training/certification requirements.
• Operates facility vehicles, forklifts, hoists, and other maintenance equipment in a safe manner and within training/certification requirements.
• Assists with welding, fabrication, machining, and metalworking activities as directed.
• Maintains accurate maintenance records, work orders, inspection reports, equipment histories, inventory records, and related documentation.
• Assists operations personnel and higher-level maintenance staff with troubleshooting and operational support activities as required.
• Assists with stormwater, pumping station, CSO, and related municipal utility maintenance activities as assigned.
• Supports emergency response operations including weather events, flooding, equipment failures, utility interruptions, public emergencies, and other operational incidents.
• Assists City personnel and other departments when operational or maintenance support is required under the Project agreement.
• Participates in snow and ice operations, emergency staffing, and other public works support activities when assigned.
• May be required to perform work at remote facilities, pumping stations, CSO facilities, stormwater facilities, and other Project locations.
• Ensures all work is performed in compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations, safety procedures, environmental standards, and Company policies.
• Follows all confined space entry, lockout/tagout, arc flash, fall protection, chemical handling, hot work, and other safety procedures.
• Responds to emergencies, equipment failures, spills, alarms, and weather-related events under the direction of higher-level maintenance personnel or management staff.
• Participates in emergency response activities and may be required to respond during off-hours, weekends, holidays, or call-ins.
• Performs facility cleanup, housekeeping, grounds maintenance, and general labor duties as required.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

High school diploma or GED required.

Trade school, vocational training, military technical training, or postsecondary coursework in industrial maintenance, mechanics, instrumentation, welding, HVAC, or related field preferred.

Experience

Prior experience in industrial maintenance, wastewater maintenance, mechanical systems, construction, utility operations, or related field preferred.

Entry-level candidates with mechanical aptitude and the ability to learn industrial maintenance practices will be considered.

Licenses & Certifications

Must possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Massachusetts Hoisting License preferred.

Confined space entry trainings, lockout/tagout training, forklift certification, welding certification, or related industrial maintenance certifications preferred.

DOT Health Card or CDL license preferred.

Additional certifications related to industrial maintenance, safety, instrumentation, or wastewater operations are desirable.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Basic knowledge of industrial mechanical systems, tools, and maintenance practices preferred.

Basic knowledge of pumps, motors, compressors, valves, conveyors, generators, and related equipment preferred.

Ability to learn wastewater treatment equipment systems and industrial maintenance procedures.

Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, diagnostic tools, and material handling equipment.

Ability to read and interpret work orders, operational procedures, blueprints, vendor instructions, and technical manuals.

Basic mathematical, mechanical, analytical, and troubleshooting abilities.

Ability to fabricate and modify simple mechanical components as needed.

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Ability to maintain accurate maintenance and operational records.

Ability to carry out verbal and written instructions.

Ability to respond effectively during emergencies and changing operational conditions.

Ability to perform cross-functional duties in support of City and Project operations.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, contractors, regulators, vendors, and the public.

Demonstrates a positive, professional, and cooperative attitude while performing assigned duties.

Requires wearing appropriate safety equipment and PPE.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, twist, and work in awkward positions for extended periods throughout the work shift.

Ability to climb ladders, catwalks, elevated platforms, tanks, and enter confined spaces in accordance with safety procedures.

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and heavier weights with assistance or lifting equipment.

Ability to work with hands extended above shoulders and below waist for extended durations while using hand and power tools.

Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and may involve exposure to wastewater, chemicals, electrical hazards, noise, grease, dust, moving mechanical equipment, confined spaces, and elevated work areas.

Must be able to distinguish colors related to instrumentation, wiring, and operational systems.

Must be available for overtime, emergency call-ins, weekends, holidays, and rotating on-call assignments as required.

Supervision Received

Works under the general supervision of the Lead Maintenance Technician, Maintenance Technician III, Maintenance Technician II, Senior Maintenance Manager, Senior Operations Manager, Assistant Project Manager, Project Manager, Electrician, or other designated management personnel.

Supervision Given

May provide guidance to Utility Workers and Electrician Assistants as assigned.

To support a safe and secure workplace, all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of background screening, drug testing, and driving record review where applicable.

Inframark is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.