Lead Mechanic

HKA Enterprises; Street; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in the UK is seeking a Lead Wastewater Maintenance Technician to perform repairs and maintenance of wastewater treatment plant equipment. The ideal candidate will have experience as an electrical/mechanical technician and be able to interpret blueprints. The role requires working in dynamic construction conditions, ensuring safety at all times. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience as an electrical/mechanical technician with 480 Volt and 12/24 Low Voltage Systems.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Some trade school education with an emphasis on electrical and mechanical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Reads and interprets blueprints and technical specifications.
• Performs skilled repairs on wastewater treatment equipment.
• Inspects and maintains electrical control systems and wiring.

Skills

Electrical/Mechanical Systems

Data Entry in Maintenance Connection Systems

Blueprint Interpretation

Safe Work Practices

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Maintenance Tools

Job description

Overview

HKA Enterprises is unable to support C2C. 3rd party submissions and C2C requests will not be considered for any positions.

HKA is working on behalf of Jacobs, and this role is to support Jacobs’ work through HKA.

Qualifications

• Lead Wastewater Maintenance Technician
• High school diploma or GED
• Four years of experience as an electrical/mechanical technician with 480 Volt and 12/24 Low Voltage Systems
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Lives within 30 minutes of the facility.
• Some trade school education with an emphasis on electrical and mechanical equipment and metal fabrication
• Knowledge of the methods, materials, equipment, and tools used in the construction, repair, and operation of engines, pumps, and other mechanical equipment related to wastewater treatment plant operations and procedures; safe work practices
• Demonstrated ability to use computers and computer software including, but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook and to enter data into Maintenance Connection computerized management systems to compose and complete computer reports.

Responsibilities

• Reads, interprets and works from blueprints, drawings, sketches, plans, specifications, and technical illustrations
• Performs skilled repair work, on wastewater treatment plant equipment and instruments
• Inspects, repairs and maintains electrical and/or electro-mechanical operating and control systems, equipment and fixtures
• Inspects, maintains and repairs wiring and lighting systems, electrical control equipment, meters, outlets, and panels, as well as motors, pumps, and drives
• Installs new equipment, interprets oral and written instructions, specifications, wiring diagrams, and codes
• Establishes and maintains scheduled electrical and mechanical maintenance program for the plant’s equipment
• May repair electrical and electronic instruments
• Exercises independent judgment in solving normal work problems under general supervision of Maintenance Supervisor or Project Manager using standard tools, and special electrical tools and equipment
• Keeps electrical and mechanical maintenance records, prepares labor and material estimates
• Understands the mathematics of electricity and machines
• Follows oral and written instructions
• Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work
• Participates in the on-call rotation with other maintenance staff.
• Performs other duties as required

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Initially the work environment will be under construction. Required use of all PPE associated with a construction area is mandatory and will include head, hand, foot, eye, and hearing protection. The work area can involve a working environment indoors as well as outdoors, which could cause exposure to outdoor elements; proper environmental attire will be required. Some areas can have loud noise, active machinery, high pressure fluid systems, electrical equipment, confined spaces, heights and depths, fumes, air borne particles, noxious gases, pathogens and various chemicals. The use of appropriate safety equipment will be mandatory in these areas to prevent hazardous contact.

Must be able to sit, stand, stoop, twist and bend at the waist, turn, kneel, squat, raise arms above shoulder height, grasp, reach, perform repetitive hand movements and fine coordination to work on equipment, have vision sufficient to work on equipment; have hearing in the normal range with or without correction. In an 8-hour shift must be able to transport self across the facility, ascend and descend stair steps, lift objects up to 50 pounds from floor level to waist height, climb and work off of a ladder or scaffold and climb into and out of vehicles having high ground clearance; use arms and back to tighten and loosen nuts and bolts; carry a 50 pound tool box up a flight of stairs; work in confined spaces and wear and use appropriate safety equipment.

Additional Information

HKA is an EEO Employer who participates in the US Citizenship and Immigration Services E-Verify Program.