Utility Maintenance Person - Plant Utility Maintenance Person

Utility Maintenance Person – Plant Utility Maintenance Person (M6000)

Job Category: Service/Maint Requisition Number: UTILI002431

Posted: April 9, 2026

Full-Time

On-site

Rate: $37.10 USD per hour

Southerly Wastewater Treatment Plant Cuyahoga Heights, OH, USA

Description

Job Summary

This is a training position pursuant to achieving the qualifications as specified in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and Maintenance Training Program guidelines to prepare the candidate to bid on the Plant Utility Maintenance Person (PUMP) position. Under general supervision, performs skilled work in maintaining and repairing Sewer District equipment, machinery, facilities, and grounds. Works with others in the installation, modification, maintenance, and repair of Sewer District mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment. Performs other duties of a similar nature as may be required.

Essential Functions

- Assists in the mechanical and electrical areas such as installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and modifying plant equipment; plumbing, pipefitting, grinding, cutting with a torch, welding, equipment repair, minor fabrication, and painting of equipment and process piping.

- Operates Sewer District vehicles and equipment required for the transportation of lubricants and equipment.

- Participates in the Preventive and Predictive Maintenance Program of Sewer District facilities, including the lubrication and inspection of mechanical and electrical equipment.

- Assists in troubleshooting and the analysis of faulty equipment.

- Utilizes the computerized maintenance management system to input and retrieve information.

- Performs other duties of a similar nature as may be required.

Minimum Job Requirements

Education

Candidate must possess a high school diploma, GED, or state recognized equivalent.

Experience

- Candidate must have the following experience to qualify for entry into the Maintenance Training Program (MTP) at the third milestone (M6000): Candidate must possess five (5) years of industrial (a combination of mechanical, electrical, and/or welding) maintenance experience or related military experience and training. Successful completion of an accredited trade school in the mechanical or electrical disciplines may be substituted for work experience.

Other Requirements

Licensure and Certifications

- Candidate must possess a valid driver's license with a driving record in accordance with the Sewer District's acceptable guidelines.

- A certificate of completion from an Industrial Machinery Mechanic or Millwright (Mechanical) registered apprenticeship program approved by the Department of Labor is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

- Candidate must possess basic knowledge and skills in mechanical and/or electrical trades, including inspection and record keeping. Knowledge of lubrication, application, and a working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of work is required.

- Candidate must have the ability to interpret illustrated parts breakdowns, blueprints, sketches, and diagrams.

- Candidate must have the ability to successfully complete assessments to demonstrate aptitude in instrumentation, electrical, mechanical, or other job-related subjects as required.

- Candidate must have the ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Ability to make sound judgments and decisions based on interpretation of data. Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools.

- Candidate must possess the ability to be reliable and punctual in reporting to work as scheduled.

Physical Requirements

During the course of performing the essential functions of this position, the employee must be able to compare, copy, compute, compile, analyze, coordinate, synthesize, and negotiate. Ability to communicate while exhibiting strong interpersonal skills is required. Physical work will need to be performed, such as standing, walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, fingering, feeling, talking, and hearing. Ability to lift up to 70 lbs. on an occasional basis. Exposure to quiet, loud, and very loud noises is encountered in this position. Position will require visual demands of near and far acuity, depth perception, accommodation, and color vision.

Exposure to extreme weather, atmospheric conditions, wet and/or humid conditions, hazards, vibrations and confined/restricted working environments are encountered in this position. Position required to sometimes perform confined space entry on the job. Employee must possess the ability to wear required respiratory protection devices, including not having facial hair that interferes with the facepiece-to-face seal.

Our Employee Benefits & Wellness Programs

We offer a comprehensive employee benefits package including Health Insurance Coverage, Various Retirement Planning Options (Ohio Public Employee Retirement System and Deferred Compensation Plans), Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Free Parking at our facilities, Corporate Discounts, and more! We also have an active Health & Wellness Program that promotes a life/work balance.

NEORSD supports the use of hybrid work as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity and better prepares the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for hybrid work. Hybrid eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.

Disclaimer: The information outlined in this job description indicates the general nature and type of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities or competencies required of employees within this classification.

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