LEAD WATER PLANT MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

City and County of Honolulu; Hawaii; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 21 vacation days

21 sick leave days

Comprehensive health coverage

Retirement plan

Career development opportunities

Job summary

City and County of Honolulu is seeking a Lead Water Plant Maintenance Mechanic to ensure the efficient operation of Honolulu’s water system. This role includes supervising installation and repair activities, diagnosing equipment failures, and conducting maintenance on both mechanical and electrical systems. Candidates must demonstrate relevant experience in similar positions and must hold a valid driver's license. Excellent benefits and a stable working environment offered.

Qualifications

• Citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the US or eligible non-citizen.
• Experience in journey level duties of a Water Plant Maintenance Mechanic.
• Ability to apply tools and maintenance practices effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise installation and repair of water system equipment.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts for equipment failures.
• Conduct maintenance on electrical and electronic devices.

Skills

Diagnosing mechanical and electrical defects

Using machine shop tools

Supervising maintenance teams

Tools

Drill presses

Welding equipment

Grinders

Job description

Position Information

Keep Honolulu’s Water System Running Smoothly – Become a Lead Mechanic! The Honolulu Board of Water Supply, Water System Operations Division is seeking two (2) Lead Water Plant Maintenance Mechanics in Honolulu. In this role, you will supervise and perform the installation, repair, maintenance and overhaul of a variety of water pumping plant and related water systems equipment.

What You Will Do

• Supervise and perform installation, testing, maintenance, and repair of pumping plant and water system equipment, machinery, and instrumentation.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts for mechanical and electrical equipment failures, using appropriate tools and diagnostic equipment to identify and resolve issues.
• Oversee and conduct dismantling, servicing, and repair of various valve systems.
• Supervise and perform installation, maintenance, overhaul, and repair of electrical and electronic devices.

Special Working Conditions

• Work hours are Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM.
• Works with high voltage electricity, heavy machinery, chlorine gas, moving machinery, working on scaffolds.
• Various equipment may be located underground in basements, manholes, vaults, shafts, and pump rooms; aboveground on building and reservoir roofs; and remote locations which may require walking or working on uneven terrain.

Benefits

Enjoy excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

At the time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.

Experience Requirement

Experience and/or training of sufficient scope and quality to show demonstrated competence in performing the journey level duties of a Water Plant Maintenance Mechanic.

(A Water Plant Maintenance Mechanic performs journey level work in installing, testing, overhauling, repairing and maintaining pumping plants and water systems equipment, machinery and instruments.)

Examples of Qualifying Experience: Airplane Mechanic, Fleet/Auto Mechanic, Heavy Construction Equipment Mechanic, Machinist, Pumping Plant Mechanic, Industrial Plant Mechanic, Power Plant Mechanic, and Millwright.

Must Be Able To

• Apply tools, materials, and maintenance practices used in repairing electrically operated pumps, motors, chlorinators, altitude valves, cone valves, and pressure-reducing valves.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical defects in pumping plant equipment and related systems.
• Use machine shop tools and equipment including drill presses, cutters, grinders, pipe threaders, welding equipment, and sanders.
• Plan, assign, and review the work of staff while promoting and enforcing safe work practices.
• Read meters and gauges, record data, and maintain operational records.

License Requirement

Possession of an appropriate valid driver's license (automobile/Type 3), prior to appointment.

Examination Process

If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for consideration for current vacancies and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job-related information provided in your application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or you receiving a lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification. As applicable, false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu.