$37.63/hour Master M Mechanic

American Water; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Overtime opportunity

Job summary

Tennessee American Water in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Master Mechanic to maintain and repair machinery, electrical systems, piping and related equipment in water treatment and pumping facilities. You will perform routine inspections and repairs to ensure safe, reliable service.

The position offers daytime hours, occasional overtime, and a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, health/dental/vision coverage, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency is required.
• Vocational training or in-plant experience in maintenance is required.
• Attendance at company or external training classes as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and repairs machinery, equipment, structures, piping, and electrical systems in water treatment and pumping facilities.
• Constantly visually inspects and tests machinery and equipment.
• Constantly listens for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunctions and discusses variations with supervisors.
• Constantly dismantles defective machines and installs new or repaired parts.
• Constantly cleans and lubricates shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery.
• Constantly installs and repairs electrical apparatus such as transformers, wiring, components of machinery and equipment.
• Assembles, installs, and maintains pipe systems and related hydraulic/pneumatic equipment; repairs gauges, valves, and regulators.
• Occasionally operates machine tools to repair or fabricate machine parts, jigs, and fixtures.
• Occasionally operates cutting torch or welding equipment to cut or join metal parts.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational training or in-plant training related to maintenance

Job description

Job Information

Job Title: $37.63/hour Master M Mechanic

Posting Start Date: 9/24/26

Join the team at Tennessee American Water and help provide clean, safe, and reliable water service to the community. We are seeking a dedicated Master Mechanic to join our operations team in Chattanooga, TN.

This is a great opportunity to build a rewarding career with an industry leader while performing meaningful work that supports the daily lives of our customers.

This position may be eligible for annual incentive pay and contracted increases as determined by the collective bargaining agreement, and you will have the opportunity for continued salary growth. In addition to compensation, you will receive a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), Defined Contribution Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, plus disability, paid time off, life insurance, voluntary benefits, health and wellness programs and much more!

Work Schedule: 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday to Friday Opportunity for Overtime.

American Water employees also receive learning opportunities and work experiences to grow professionally.

Primary Role

Maintains and repairs machinery, equipment, physical structures, piping, and electrical systems in water treatment and pumping facilities.

Key Accountabilities

• Constantly visually inspects and tests machinery and equipment.
• Constantly listens for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunction and discusses machine operation variations with supervisors or other maintenance workers to diagnose problem or repair machine.
• Constantly dismantles defective machines and equipment and installs new or repaired parts.
• Constantly cleans and lubricates shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery.
• Constantly installs and repairs electrical apparatus such as transformers, wiring, electrical or electronic components of machinery and equipment.
• Constantly assembles, installs, and maintains pipe systems and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, and repairs and replaces gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and related equipment. Occasionally repairs and maintains physical structure of establishment.
• Occasionally sets up and operates machine tools such as grinder, drill, and milling machine to repair or fabricate machine parts, jigs, and fixtures, and tools. Occasionally operates cutting torch or welding equipment to cut or join metal parts.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Experience/Education

High school graduate or state-recognized educational equivalency certificate.

Specific vocational preparation includes an occupationally significant combination of vocational education, apprentice training, in-plant training, on-the job training, or essential experience.

Attendance at company training or outside training classes, as assigned.

• Work is primarily outside and routinely being exposed to outdoor weather conditions involving contact with water and other liquids.
• Atmospheric condition with moisture content sufficiently high to cause marked bodily discomfort.
• Exposure to ambient temperature extremes both hot and cold.
• Potential exposure to poison ivy, oak, sumac, snakes, insects, and chemicals.
• Potential hazards include working near electrical machines, motors, noise in excess of 100 decibels, and working or driving in darkness.