Electrical/Mechanical Technician (Pump Station)

Pinellas County Government; Florida; On-site; USD 54,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Pinellas County Government seeks an Electrical/Mechanical Technician to install, modify, fabricate, repair and maintain electrical and heavy mechanical equipment across wastewater treatment facilities. The role involves troubleshooting, welding, piping repair and software-driven reporting.

Position requires a two-year technical program or equivalent journeyman experience, valid Florida CDL, standby rotations, and after-hours readiness. Work at South Cross Bayou AWRF, St.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical or vocational program in mechanical trades or electrical trades (Wastewater Plant maintenance)
• Journeyman experience in heavy mechanical equipment maintenance may be substituted
• Must be able to perform standby rotation and after-hours call-out duties

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintenance of equipment related to wastewater and water treatment facilities
• Troubleshoot mechanical equipment (pumps, motors, gearboxes, turbines, compressors, generators, chemical feed systems; control panels)
• Electrical trouble shooting and repair on supply and control components
• Welding and fabrication of equipment
• Repair metal/PVC piping and fittings
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on process equipment
• Generate Work Management via City Works EAM
• Generate Order Requests for material purchase
• Work with spreadsheets to generate equipment reports
• Work varying hours or shifts as needed
• Utilize work management system to produce spreadsheets and reports
• Daily use of various software applications to perform duties
• Standby rotations and after-hours call-outs for field operations and emergencies
• Participate in Emergency Response Plan Phase 1 or 2

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Welding

Fabrication

Preventive maintenance

Education

Two-year technical or vocational program in mechanical trades or electrical trades

Job description

Do you have expertise in electrical, plumbing, welding? Pinellas County has the ideal career opportunity for you!!!

Performs full performance Electrical/Mechanical Technician work specializing in the installation, modification, fabrication, repair, and maintenance of electrical and/or heavy mechanical equipment and systems; utilizes knowledge in electrical, plumbing, welding, or other trades to locate and correct industrial systems malfunctions and heavy operating equipment improvements, as well as County properties, facilities, equipment, pumping systems, conveyor systems, and lines or devices, electrical and mechanical equipment used in production facility and plant operations, treatment and transmission of potable water, wastewater and distribution of reclaimed water, large conveyor systems, hydraulic transportation screening/passenger, and other industrial electrical/mechanical equipment.

This position is located at: South Cross Bayou AWRF, 7401 54th Avenue North, St. Petersburg FL 33709 with a work schedule of Monday – Friday; 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

What Will You Do?

• Repair and maintenance of various types of equipment related to wastewater and water treatment facilities.

• Trouble shooting mechanical equipment such as pumps, motors, gearboxes, turbines, compressors, generators, chemical feed systems; control panels.

• Perform electrical trouble shooting and repair on supply and control components.

• Perform welding and fabrication of equipment.

• Repair metal/PVC piping and fittings.

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on process equipment.

• Generate Work Management - City Works EAM.

• Generate Order Requests for material purchase.

• Work with spread sheet applications to generate equipment reports.

• Work various hours or shifts as needed or assigned.

• Utilize work management system to produce spread sheet applications and equipment reports.

• Daily use of various software applications to perform job duties.

• Perform Standby rotation and after-hours call-out duties required for field operations and emergency events.

• Participate in mandatory Emergency Response Plan Phase - 1 or Phase - 2 as delineated.

What Do You Need?

• Completion of a two-year technical or vocational program in mechanical skilled or electrical trades in Wastewater Treatment Plant Maintenance; or
• Two (2) years of journeyman experience in the maintenance and repair of heavy mechanical equipment and machinery in Wastewater Treatment Plant Maintenance; or
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
• Must be able to perform Standby rotation and after-hours call-out duties required for field operations and emergency events.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid State of Florida Commercial Driver's License upon hire with eligibility based upon evaluation of a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) driving report.
• Assignment to work a variety of work schedules including compulsory work periods in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations.

Highly Desirable

• Welding and fabrication experience.

Why choose Pinellas County?

When you join Pinellas County, you’re not just taking on a job—you’re investing in your future. We believe in supporting our employees with exceptional benefits that help you thrive both professionally and personally. Here's why our benefits stand out as some of the best in the area:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy affordable medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and more that meet the needs of you and your family.
• Florida Retirement System (FRS): Secure your financial future with a robust retirement plan that gives you peace of mind as you plan for tomorrow.
• Generous leave time: Take advantage of time off to recharge and enjoy life outside of work.
• Wellness Program: Access to county gyms 24/7 and wellness programs as part of our commitment to employee wellness.
• Deferred compensation: Build your savings and plan for the future with flexible deferred compensation options tailored to your financial goals.
• To learn more, see What We Offer

Want to learn more?

Review the full classification description with the Physical/Mental Demands and Working Conditions at the below link.

Electrical/Mechanical Technician