Industrial Mechanic I / II
Orange County Government
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Job summary
Orange County Government invites qualified applicants for Industrial Mechanic I or II within the Orange County Utilities Field Services Division in Orlando, Florida. The role focuses on mechanical repairs and preventive maintenance for pumps, valves, and motors in a major industrial plant or water/wastewater environment.
Industrial Mechanic II adds lead responsibilities, staff training, and broader preventive maintenance across pumps, motors, and related systems.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent with 2 years of automotive/mechanical repairs experience including pumps.
- Or completion of a certified mechanical program with 2 years of pump repair experience.
- Equivalent combination of education and experience; valid Florida Driver’s License.
- Some divisions may require a Class B CDL with endorsements within 6 months of hire.
Responsibilities
- Perform minor repairs and preventive maintenance on pumps, valves, seals, and motors.
- Assist other trades with major overhauls of pumps and motors; repair piping and fittings.
- Maintain chemical delivery systems and rebuild regulators and gaskets.
- Lead or supervise overhauls; train staff on equipment maintenance when applicable (Industrial Mechanic II).
- Operate tools and equipment to support maintenance; troubleshoot equipment failures.
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Job description
At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community.
Orange County Utilities provides water resources and solid waste recovery services to protect and enrich the lives of the citizens and guests of Orange County Florida. The Field Services Division is responsible for the inspection, testing, regulatory compliance, operation, and maintenance of over 4,800 miles of pipeline, over 11,000 fire hydrants, and approximately 860 wastewater pump stations.
The Field Services Division is seeking qualified individuals to fill multiple positions of Industrial Mechanic I or II in Operational Support. These positions perform mechanical repairs and preventive maintenance on systems, blowers, gearboxes and mechanical drive systems, in a major industrial plant environment or the water and wastewater field with multiple critical processes.
Work is performed with considerable independence under the Utilities Supervisor. Performance is reviewed through observations and results achieved.
- Performs minor repairs as well as preventative maintenance on pumps, valves, seals and motors.
- Assists other trades in performing major overhauls of pumps and motors. Repair PVC pipes and fittings.
- Maintains chemical delivery systems including gauges, and pressure relief equipment. Rebuilds regulators, replacing gaskets and mechanical parts as needed.
- Removes restrictions and clean piping systems in major processes throughout the plant and system.
- Replaces drive belts, filters, grease and lubricate all equipment on a routine PM program.
- Perform preventative maintenance to water and or wastewater stations.
- Install pumps, valves, and associated piping, remove and clean pumps, check valves, troubleshoot equipment failures and confined space entry.
- Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on vehicles, all pumps, motors, mechanical process equipment and wastewater stations.
- Operate various types of tools and equipment to facilitate maintenance and repairs.
- Support field staff in the operation of water and/or wastewater transmission, collections and systems.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
In addition to the listed job duties of the Industrial Mechanic I as noted above, this Industrial Mechanic II role conducts the following additional lead functions.
- Lead mechanic, organizing and supervising major overhauls and repair projects.
- Trains staff in the repair and maintenance of the processing equipment related to the field.
- Performs preventative and predictive maintenance on all pumps, motors, mechanical process equipment and wastewater stations.
- Uses technical manuals and drawings to repair equipment as needed.
- Install pumps, valves and associated piping, removes and cleans pumps, checks valves, troubleshoots and repairs equipment failures and confined space entry when required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
High School Diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of experience in extensive automotive or mechanical repairs to include experience in disassembly and repair of pumps.
Or
Completion of a certified mechanical (or related) program and (2) years of experience in extensive automotive or mechanical repairs to include experience in disassembly and repair of pumps
Or
An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
Possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License.
Depending on area of assignment some divisions may require a Class B CDL with required endorsements within six (6) months of hire or promotion.
High School Diploma or equivalent and four (4) years of experience in extensive automotive or mechanical repairs to include experience in disassembly and repair of pumps.
Or
Completion of a certified mechanical (or related) program and (4) years of experience in extensive automotive or mechanical repairs to include experience in disassembly and repair of pumps
Or
An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
Possess and maintain a valid Florida Drivers License with the ability to obtain a Florida Commercial Drivers License.
Note: Depending on area of assignment some divisions may require a Class B CDL with required endorsements within six (6) months of hire or promotion.
- Complete the myOCLearn Lock-out/Tag-out course
- Complete the myOCLearn Water Industry Maintenance on Pumps, Motors and Circuits
- Forklift Certified
- Current Defensive Driving certification
- Current CPR/First Aid/AED certification
- Complete evaluation for Mechanical Job Planning by the supervisor
- Completion of FWPCOA Wastewater Operators Certification Class C or above.
- Supervisory experience including oversight of contractor personnel and work.
- Experience in water and or wastewater operations processes and knowledge of related trades.
- Knowledge and skill in maintaining hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Safe crane certification.
- Heavy equipment and forklift operating skills.
- Operational experience with machine shop equipment, portable electric and pneumatic tools.
- Experience using portable pumps and generators.
- Experience in conducting repairs according to technical manuals and drawings.
- Knowledge of valves and valve repairs.
Open Date: 10/16/2026
Close Date: 10/29/2026
This posting is subject to close without prior notice.
Pay Grade: 012- From $20.54 to $26.43
Pay Grade: 014- From $23.89 to $31.05
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Placement based on Education and Experience
- 10 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays annually.
- 18 days paid time off per year.
- Longevity bonus based on years of service.
- 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
- Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
- Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
- Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
- Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
- Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
- Tuition reimbursement program.
- Earn service time to forgive student loans.
Disclaimer: Benefits may vary for employees under collective bargaining agreements.
For more information on Benefits visit - https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx
If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.
Orange County Utilities
Field Services Division
8100 Presidents Drive
Orlando, FL 32809
Work hours/ Work Schedule: Ten (10) hours per day, four (4) days or eight (8) hours per day or Five (5) days (schedule subject to change based on operational need)
Selected candidates will be required to provide employment references and will be required to complete a pre-employment drug, physical and background check.
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