Maintenance Mechanic - Treatment (SM Clouse WRC)

Grade 15 - Starting hourly rate: $20.95. Rate of pay depends on qualifications.

Job Description

JOBSUMMARY

TheMaintenanceMechanic- Treatmentisresponsibleforthebasicmaintenanceand repairof equipmentand facilities. This positionwill supportmultiplefacilitieswithvarying processes,equipmentand functional requirements.

ESSENTIALFUNCTIONS

• Diagnosesand resolvesstandard waterorwastewaterfacilitymachinery,piping and equipmentproblems.
• Performspredictive,preventativeand correctivemaintenanceduties.
• Tracks and records information requiredin work order documents andentersinto computerized maintenancemanagementsystem(CMMS),and usesMicrosoftOffice.
• Performsstandard level diagnosticteststoresolveroutineproblems.
• Repairsplantmachineryandequipment,usinghoists,jacks,ladders,confinedspaceequipment,PPE, welding equipment,hand tools,squares,rules,micrometers,and other tools.
• Dismantles,constructsand assemblesvariouscomponentsof facilities,industrialmachineryor equipment.
• Performsconfined spaceentriesin hazardousenvironments.
• Monitorsmechanicalequipmentand makesfunctionaladjustments.
• Cleansand lubricatesmachineryand equipmentaccording tospecifications.
• Identifiespartswithspecificationsand ordersreplacements.
• Furnishesmechanical recommendation whenordering newparts,machineryand equipment.
• Hasknowledgeof basicelectrical and instrumentation principles.
• Promotesand practicesasafeworkingenvironmentin an industrial setting.
• Appliesbasicprinciplesofmechanicalmaintenance.
• Performsworkin accordancewith TCEQ,OSHA,and other applicablegovernmentregulations.
• ReadsO&Mmanuals,as-builtdrawings,blockmaps,schematics,andconstruction plans.
• Establishesandmaintainseffectiveworking relationship and publicrelations.
• Mayoperateaforklift,poweredverticalliftingmachinery,utilitytruck,crane,combinationunit,water tanker,orotherheavyequipment.
• Performsotherdutiesasassigned.

DECISIONMAKING

• Receives general supervision.
• May refer more complex issues to higher levels.
• May act as a team leader.

MINIMUMREQUIREMENTS

• Graduation from high school or a General Education Development (GED) Certificate.
• Two years' experience performing repairs and maintenance in the mechanical trade.
• Ability to report to work on time, maintain a good attendance record, and work all designated work schedules.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.

PREFERREDQUALIFICATIONS

• Class "C" Texas Wastewater Operator License.

JOB DIMENSIONS

• Skill in applying basic math and measurement principles.
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
• Skill in proficient use of materials, tools, and equipment commonly used in mechanical maintenance or repair of industrial facilities.
• Ability to complete required SAWS coordinated training after hire on Confined space, HAZMAT Awareness, Lock Out Tag Out, Supervising for Safety, Fit Testing, Electrical Safety, and other certifications as required.
• Ability to enter and maintain information in the computerized maintenance management system.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers, contractors and vendors.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.

PHYSICALDEMANDSANDWORKINGCONDITIONS

Physicalrequirementsincludeliftingupto50poundsoccasionally and pushing/pulling a maximum force of 105 pounds.Subjecttostanding,sitting,walking,climbing,bending,crawling,squatting,kneelingandworkingin crampedandstrainedpositionsforextendedperiodsof timetoperformjob scope. Subjecttoclimbing up to200feetin height.

Workingconditionsare primarilyoutside withfrequentexposuretoinclementweather; wastewater; mechanical,electrical,chemicalandconfinedspacehazards;offensivefumes;excessivenoise;heavytraffic; deepexcavations;andanimals,snakesandpoisonousinsects.Mayberequiredtocomplywithrequirementsas specified in applicableregulationsfor personal protectiveequipment,including clearancefor useof respiratory protectionandotherassociatedprotectiveequipment,includingclearanceforuseofrespiratoryprotectionand otherassociatedprotectiveequipment. Operates companyvehicleonadailybasis.

May be required to work hours other than regular daytime schedules such as shift work, nights, weekends and holidays.