Lead Maintenance Mechanic

Woodard and Curran; Bound Brook (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for an industrial wastewater treatment site. This role involves day-to-day operations and maintenance, including mechanical and electrical repairs. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in wastewater treatment and a strong commitment to safety and compliance.

Benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid sick time

Paid parental leave

Health, dental, and vision plans

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in operation and maintenance of pumps and motors.
• 1 to 3 years in wastewater treatment facility operation.
• Knowledge of safety precautions in industrial wastewater.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operations and maintenance of the treatment facility.
• Perform mechanical and electrical repairs on various equipment.
• Participate in on-call rotation for plant coverage.

Skills

Electrical experience

Mechanical repairs

Communication

Education

High School diploma

Associate's degree

Tools

Hach WIMS

Utility Cloud

Job description

Woodard & Curran is a national engineering, science, and operations firm with a simple vision for clean water, a safe environment, healthy communities, and happy people. As an employee-owned company, we strive to cultivate teams that encourage collaboration in an inclusive culture. We seek talented individuals from all backgrounds to help us address a broad range of water and environmental issues. We prioritize our people, offering opportunities for professional growth, ownership, and flexibility. This commitment enables us to make a meaningful impact on our clients, communities, and the planet.

Woodard & Curran draws on the experience of hundreds of certified operators across the country, backed by the knowledge and skills of hundreds more engineers, scientists, and regulatory experts, to quickly tackle the most challenging operational issues and keep treatment plants running efficiently and in full compliance. Woodard & Curran also aids employees in earning, upgrading, and keeping their certifications within the industry.

What will you be doing at Woodard & Curran?

We are seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for an industrial wastewater treatment site. In this role you will provide primary support with the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the treatment facility. The Maintenance Mechanic will be responsible not only for process monitoring and adjustments but will perform basic to advanced mechanical and electrical repairs on pumps, compressors, valves, HVAC equipment, and various types of electrical equipment including VFDs, power systems, and much more. Our staff participates in an "on call" rotation for plant coverage outside normal workday hours and shifts may include weekends and holidays. In addition, operators will be required to respond to emergency situations and work in inclement weather as needed. The schedule is typically Monday - Friday, with rotating weekends and holiday coverage. Each day presents different challenges and learning opportunities as this site is under various remediation and construction projects. We strive to maintain compliance and ensure a safe work environment. If you enjoy working both indoors and out, protecting nature's precious resource, water, then this position is for you. Woodard & Curran is dedicated to our employee's growth and development and wants to help you on your career path.

Schedule: Monday through Friday - 6:30am - 3:00pm

What will you need to succeed?

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the operation and maintenance of pumps, motors, electrical and automation equipment, plumbing fixtures, boilers, and compressors.
• 1 to 3 years' experience in wastewater/industrial remediation treatment facility operation and maintenance.
• A valid New Jersey Class D motor vehicle operator's license.
• Electrical experience (wiring, wire diagrams, line diagrams, circuit boards, UPSs, VFDs, PLCs) and power system experience.
• Experience working in an industrial wastewater treatment facility preferred.
• High School or trade school diploma is required, associate's degree or higher preferred.
• Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions involved in industrial wastewater treatment work.
• Knowledge of computer applications, and ability to use & learn various software programs (Hach WIMS, Utility Cloud (or comparable CMMS), and other site-specific programs).
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply instructions, drawings, and specifications for work assigned.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, other personnel, and the general public.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Must be able to lift or move up to 40 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Willingness to train and onboard new hires as it relates to mechanical tasks to familiarize with the facility operations
• Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check, pre-placement physical and drug screen before employment.

$30.55 - $45.83 an hour

Depending on qualifications and experience.


Employee Support & Benefits

Retirement Savings:

• 401(k) Pre-tax or Roth Contributions: The company matches 100% of the first 3% of salary contributed

Time away from work:

• Observed holidays: Choose up to 9 holidays to observe annually

• Vacation: Accrued based on years of experience and calculated on hours worked

• Sick time: Paid sick time for non-work related illness or injury.

• Parental leave: Up to 80 hours of Paid Parental Leave for child bonding

Coverage and support for your needs and well-being:

• Disability: Paid short and long term disability

• Health: Medical plan options; plus dental and vision plans.

• Life: Basic employee group life insurance and AD&D benefits; additional voluntary life insurance for employees and families is available through Sun Life.

• Wellbeing: DarioMind assistance program combined with personalized mental health and wellbeing resources.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Woodard & Curran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply. We are committed to ensuring our employment practices are non-discriminatory and based solely on job-related factors.

If you have a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to apply, please contact Beth Sweitzer .

Inclusion & Belonging

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds to apply, as we believe that different perspectives and experiences enrich our workplace and enhance our ability to serve our clients and communities effectively.

At Woodard & Curran, we are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive work environment. We understand that the best solutions for our clients and communities come from a culture that nurtures the success and growth of all employees. As an employee-owned organization, our dedication to fostering growth, access and opportunity empowers us to serve our clients effectively and advance our mission of making a positive impact on the world. Our success is rooted in supporting our team members to reach their full potential, enabling us to deliver the most innovative, sound and effective solutions to improve our communities around us.

Non-Solicitation Disclosure:

Please be advised that we do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from recruitment agencies. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted without a signed contract in place will be considered unsolicited and will not be eligible for any referral fees. Recruitment agencies must have a valid, signed agreement with our company prior to following the submission process to consider potential candidates.