Maintenance Mechanic

San Antonio Water System; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Mechanic to ensure the smooth operation of vital facilities. This role involves diagnosing and resolving machinery issues, performing maintenance tasks, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical background, experience with hands-on repairs, and the ability to work in challenging environments. Join a team that values safety and efficiency while contributing to essential services in the community. If you're ready to take on a rewarding challenge, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Pension plan

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in mechanical repairs and maintenance.
• Training on confined space and HAZMAT awareness.
• Ability to climb 200 feet in height.

Responsibilities

• Perform predictive, preventative, and corrective maintenance duties.
• Repair plant machinery and equipment using various tools.
• Monitor mechanical equipment and make functional adjustments.

Skills

Diagnose and resolve machinery problems

Preventive and corrective maintenance

Use of hand tools and machinery

Basic electrical principles

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

TCEQ Class 'D' Water Operator License

CDL-A Texas Driver's License

Tools

Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Microsoft Office

Welding equipment

Forklift

Job description

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The Maintenance Mechanic - Production is responsible for the basic maintenance and repair of equipment and facilities. This position will support multiple facilities with varying processes, equipment and functional requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Diagnose and resolves standard water or wastewater facility machinery, piping and equipment problems.
• Performs predictive, preventative and corrective maintenance duties.
• Tracks and records information required in work order documents and enters into computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), and uses Microsoft Office.
• Performs standard level diagnostic tests to resolve routine problems.
• Repairs plant machinery and equipment, using hoists, jacks, ladders, confined space equipment, PPE, welding equipment, hand tools, squares, rules, micrometers, and other tools.
• Dismantles, constructs and assembles various components of facilities, industrial machinery or equipment.
• Performs confined space entries in hazardous environments.
• Monitors mechanical equipment and makes functional adjustments.
• Cleans and lubricates machinery and equipment according to specifications.
• Identifies parts with specifications and orders replacements.
• Furnishes mechanical recommendation when ordering new parts, machinery and equipment.
• Has knowledge of basic electrical and instrumentation principles.
• Promotes and practices a safe working environment in an industrial setting.
• Applies basic principles of mechanical maintenance.
• Performs work in accordance with TCEQ, OSHA, and other applicable government regulations.
• Reads O & M manuals, as-built drawings, block maps, schematics, and construction plans.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationship and public relations.
• May operate a forklift, powered vertical lifting machinery, utility truck, crane, combination unit, water tanker, or other heavy equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

DECISION MAKING

• May refer more complex issues to higher levels.
• May act as a team leader.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Graduation from high school or a General Education Development (GED) Certificate.
• Two years' experience performing repairs and maintenance in the mechanical trade.
• Training on Confined space, HAZMAT Awareness, Lock Out Tag Out, Supervising for Safety, Fit Testing, Electrical Safety, and other certifications as required.
• Ability to report to work on time, maintain a good attendance record, and work all designated work schedules.
• Valid Class "CDL-A" Texas Driver's License with Tanker and Hazardous Material endorsements, or obtain within 90 days.
• TCEQ Class "D" Water Operator License within 6 months AND TCEQ Class "C" Texas Groundwater Treatment Operator License within3 years.
• Subject to climb 200 feet in height.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• TCEQ Class "C" Groundwater Treatment Operator License.

JOB DIMENSIONS

• Skill in applying basic math and measurement principles.
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
• Skill in proficient use of materials, tools, and equipment commonly used in mechanical maintenance or repair of industrial facilities.
• Ability to enter and maintain information in the computerized maintenance management system.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers, contractors and vendors.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical requirements include lifting up to 90 pounds occasionally. Subject to standing, sitting, walking, climbing, bending, crawling, squatting, kneeling and working in cramped and strained positions for extended periods of time to perform job scope. Subject to climbing up to 200 feet in height.

Working conditions are primarily outside with frequent exposure to inclement weather; water production and recycled activities; mechanical, electrical, chemical and confined space hazards; offensive fumes; excessive noise; deep excavations; and animals, snakes and poisonous insects. Required to comply with requirements as specified in applicable regulations for personal protective equipment, including clearance for use of respiratory protection and other associated equipment. Performs confined space entries in hazardous environments. If part of the emergency action team, must be able to complete the requirements as specified in applicable regulations for Hazardous Materials Emergency Response, including clearance for use of respiratory protection and other associated protective equipment. Ability to participate in emergency action team during chemical release incidents and/or drills. Operates company vehicle on a daily basis.

May be required to work hours other than regular daytime schedules such as shift work, nights, weekends and holidays.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Utilities and Repair and Maintenance

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