Plant Mechanic I (Mechanic for Utilities)

Salary : $38,896.20 - $50,565.06 Annually
Location : Southeast Regional Water Treatment Facility, 3304 Dike Road, Winter Park, FL
Job Type: Full Time Employment
Job Number: 2026-03835/20051
Department: UT Utilities Operations
Opening Date: 06/10/2026
Closing Date: 6/24/2026 11:59 PM Eastern


Description
This is a maintenance mechanic position which supports Water or Wastewater production teams by maintaining all process and pumping equipment in the water or wastewater treatment plants to ensure that Operations teams are able to achieve plant production goals. Carries out routine maintenance of equipment and machinery within Seminole County's water or wastewater production facilities. Documents routine maintenance, diagnoses faults and completes time-critical repairs. All work carried out is either predictive, preventative, emergency maintenance or improvement projects.

**Salary will be determined depending on qualifications of candidates who exceed the minimum requirements as outlined within the job description.


**Additional compensation based on licensure.

Essential Functions
Note : These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

Possesses a working knowledge of power tools, hand tools, tool usage and tool nomenclature.

Perform general and major rebuilds and/or repair of hydraulic equipment and pumps.

Ensures all water or wastewater production equipment is maintained and in good working order.

Performs reactive, predictive and preventative maintenance within the treatment facilities, to include but not limited to lubrication, inspections, and repair of equipment.

Troubleshoots and repairs machinery, chemical feed equipment, and production equipment.

Fabricates equipment using arc and gas welding techniques as needed.

Observes mechanical & electrical devices in operation to locate causes of trouble.

Operates various types of maintenance equipment to perform assigned job tasks.

Dismantles devices to gain access to and remove defective parts.

Repairs or replaces defective parts. Lubricates and cleans parts.

Maintains a clean and orderly work area.

Maintains standardized work methods, practices, guidelines, and schedules for the proper maintenance and repair of water or wastewater production and support equipment.

Assists Plant Maintenance Mechanic II with preventive maintenance and projects.

Maintains plant equipment maintenance and inventory documentation.

Responds to water or wastewater production system trouble calls 24/7 when on call.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Duties :

In the event of an emergency, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties.

Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED); and a minimum of 2 years of mechanical maintenance experience; or an equivalent combination of related education and experience is required.

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's Commercial License, Class "A", or obtained within 6 months of hire date.

A comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Additional Requirements
General knowledge and practical application experience in plumbing, hydraulics and fabrication for water and wastewater treatment systems is required.

A good working knowledge of the OSHA CFR 1910.147 (lockout/tag out) is required.

Must be skilled in the use of electrical and mechanical test equipment.

Must have the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Must have the ability to understand and carry out directions.

Must be able to learn new concepts quickly and resolve mechanical technical problems effectively.

Ability to learn techniques of water or wastewater treatment process control and production systems maintenance and repair.

Ability to read and interpret plans, sketches, and blueprints for use in the repair and maintenance of process and production systems.

All employees must attend Seminole County Required Trainings. Department Specific trainings per position may be required.
County-paid benefits for employees

Competitive Wages: Our compensation system includes competitive hiring salaries.


Paid Time Off: New full-time employees accrue 20 days per year of Paid Time Off (16 days for 24-hour shift personnel). New part-time employees accrue 83 hours per year of Paid Time Off. Accrual rates increase with service time.
Paid Holidays: We observe 12 paid holidays which includes an employee birthday holiday and a floating Work/Life Day.

Bereavement Leave: Employees may receive up to one week paid leave per fiscal year for absence due to the death of an immediate family member.
Florida Retirement System: All employees in regularly established positions are automatically covered from the first day of employment. Seminole County makes contribution on behalf of the employee and the employee is also required to make a 3% contribution.
Employees Assistance Program: Our EAP provider can help employees and their families with issues such as personal/family matters, financial debt counseling, substance abuse, etc.
Training and Development Program: The Employee Learning Center provides training opportunities for employees which promote performance, enhance employees' work life experiences, and support the organization.
Employee Awards and Recognition: A program to reward outstanding performance and enhance service to the citizens of Seminole County.
Wellness Center: Includes exercise equipment, resource library, and educational programs.
Health Insurance :Health Insurance is effective the first of the month after completing 30 calendar days of employment. Seminole County offers a Point of Service (POS) plan. Dependent coverage is also available, the cost is split between the employee and employer. This benefit is not extended to part-time employees.
Life Insurance: Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance for employees, equal to one times annual salary. Not extended to part-time employees.
Long-Term Disability: Provides 60% of salary after 6 months of disability. Not extended to part-time employees.
Optional benefits (employee-paid) for full-time employees:
Deferred Compensation Plan (457): Employees may choose to have pre-tax payroll deductions made for deposit into this savings plan up to an IRS-established maximum.
Dental Insurance: A choice of 3 plans is available for employees and dependents at employee expense.
Additional Life Insurance: At employee expense, additional life insurance up to five times annual salary; dependent coverage also available.
Short-Term Disability Insurance: 60% of salary for the first six months of disability at employee expense.
Cancer and Specified Disease : Pays a benefit directly to the employee if being treated for this disease.
Flexible Spending Account: Apre-tax account for childcare and un-reimbursed medical expenses.
Pre-Tax Payroll Deductions: Under Section 125 of the IRS Code, certain payroll deductions for insurance coverage may be taken out prior to income being taxed.
01


Do you have experience in mechanical repairs? i.e.: bearings, bushings, seals, pump alignment, vibration, belt drives.

• Yes
• No

02


Do you have experience in industrial electrical troubleshooting, and installation?

• Yes
• No

03


Do you have experience in industrial plumbing and piping, troubleshooting, repairs, and installation?

• Yes
• No

04


Do you have any experience in preventative maintenance programs?

• Yes
• No

05


Do you have any experience in fabrication and welding?

• Yes
• No

06


Do you have any experience in water and wastewater maintenance?

• Yes
• No

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