Maintenance Mechanic I — Pumps, Valves & Systems

American Water Co.; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Dental and vision insurance

Medical insurance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Life insurance

Voluntary benefits

Wellness programs

Job summary

American Water seeks a Maintenance Mechanic to service and repair building structures, plumbing, pumps and valves across sites. You will perform electrical troubleshooting, handle confined spaces with PPE, and respond to chemical spills in accordance with safety protocols.

Local daily travel is required; candidates must pass HazWoper and related trainings. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package and growth opportunities within a large national utility.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Ability to operate excavating tools and company equipment.
• Must complete safety trainings including HAZWOPER and confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Maintain building structure, mechanical systems and plumbing; repair leaks and move fixtures.
• Maintain pumps, motors, valves, and piping; use hand and power tools.
• Perform electrical troubleshooting and repairs as assigned.
• Respond to chemical spills, cleanups, and decontamination in PPE.
• Assist with river intake cleaning, sampling, and documentation.
• Work from ladders/scaffolding; enter confined spaces with PPE.
• Adhere to safety procedures and report progress.

Skills

English language

Operate tractor

Operate forklift

HAZWOPER trained

Confined spaces training

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Company equipment operation

Job description

American Water seeks a Maintenance Mechanic to service and repair building structures, plumbing, pumps and valves across sites. You will perform electrical troubleshooting, handle confined spaces with PPE, and respond to chemical spills in accordance with safety protocols.

Local daily travel is required; candidates must pass HazWoper and related trainings. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package and growth opportunities within a large national utility.