Maintenance Mechanic - Treatment (SM Clouse WRC)

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 water treatment facilities. This role involves diagnosing and repairing equipment, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. You will work in a dynamic environment, tackling challenges that arise in the maintenance of essential machinery. If you are passionate about mechanical maintenance and thrive in a hands-on role, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in your community while developing your skills in a supportive team setting.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in mechanical repairs and maintenance.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with customers and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses and resolves machinery and equipment problems.
• Performs predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance duties.
• Tracks and records maintenance information and enters data into CMMS.

Skills

Mechanical Maintenance

Diagnostic Testing

Basic Electrical Principles

Effective Communication

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand Tools

Welding Equipment

Forklift

Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Job description

Grade 15 - Starting hourly rate: $20.95. Rate of pay depends on qualifications.

Job Summary

The Maintenance Mechanic - Treatment 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

• Diagnoses and resolves standard water or wastewater facility machinery, piping, and equipment problems.
• Performs predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance duties.
• Tracks and records information required in work order documents, enters data into the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), and uses Microsoft Office.
• Performs standard diagnostic tests to solve 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.
• Provides mechanical recommendations 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 relationships 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

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

Minimum Requirements

• Graduation from high school or a GED certificate.
• Two years’ experience performing repairs and maintenance in the mechanical trade.
• Ability to report to work on time, maintain good attendance, and work all designated schedules.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Class "C" Texas Wastewater Operator License.

Job Dimensions

• Skill in applying basic math and measurement principles.
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer and software programs.
• Skill in using materials, tools, and equipment common in mechanical maintenance or repair of industrial facilities.
• Ability to complete required SAWS training on Confined Space, HAZMAT Awareness, Lock Out Tag Out, and other certifications.
• 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.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally and pushing/pulling a maximum force of 105 pounds. Work involves standing, sitting, walking, climbing, bending, crawling, squatting, kneeling, and working in cramped or strained positions for extended periods. Climbing up to 200 feet may be required.

Work conditions are primarily outdoors with frequent exposure to inclement weather, wastewater, mechanical, electrical, chemical, and confined space hazards, offensive fumes, noise, heavy traffic, deep excavations, animals, snakes, and poisonous insects. May require compliance with PPE regulations, including respiratory protection. Operates company vehicles daily.

May be required to work hours outside regular daytime schedules, including shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays.