Maintenance Mechanic - Water Treatment Facility

Romega; Rome (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Romega is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for our Water Treatment Facility. You will work with the Maintenance Supervisor to repair and maintain plant equipment, buildings, pumping stations, lagoon equipment, and grounds.

The role requires strong knowledge of pumps, valves, piping, blueprints, and service manuals, plus the ability to read technical diagrams. A high school diploma and CDL are required, with certification progress within specified timelines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must obtain GAWP Class III Maintenance Technologist Certification within twelve months of employment.
• Must obtain NIMS 100 and 700 within three months of employment.
• Experience with apprenticeship/internship or 1–2 years in a similar role.
• Able to comprehend service manuals, diagrams and blueprints.
• Class A CDL required to operate company vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintenance of Water Treatment Facility equipment, buildings, pumping stations, lagoon equipment and grounds.

Skills

Pumps and valves

Blueprints interpretation

Reading service manuals

Ground maintenance knowledge

Instrumentation troubleshooting

Communication skills

Safety procedures

Computer literacy

Using hand tools

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Class A CDL

NIMS 100 and 700

GAWP Class III Maintenance Technologist Certification

Apprenticeship / 1–2 years experience

Tools

Micrometers & Dial indicators

Hand tools

Job description

Maintenance Mechanic - Water Treatment Facility

This position is responsible for working with the Maintenance Supervisor in the repair and maintenance of Water Treatment Facility equipment, buildings, pumping stations, lagoon equipment, and grounds.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of City policies and procedures pertaining to the repair and maintenance of plant equipment.


• Knowledge of how to repair and maintain water treatment equipment such as pumps and related piping, valves, controls, gates, basins, gear boxes, and drive units.


• Knowledge of the materials and tools used in ground maintenance and building repair work.


• Working knowledge of computers.


• Knowledge of safe working procedures and the protection of others.


• Skill in interpreting and utilizing service manuals, technical diagrams, and blue prints.


• Skill in using various hand tools.


• Skill in using precision instruments such as micrometers and dial indicators.


• Skill in locating and determining problems in equipment.


• Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively to determine a proper course of action.


• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, which is required in completing reports and forms for the department.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.


• Must obtain a GAWP Class III Maintenance Technologist Certification within twelve months of employment.


• Must be able to comprehend service manuals, technical diagrams, and blue prints.


• Must already possess or obtain National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) 100 and 700 within three (3) months of employment.


• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.


• Must possess and maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License from state of residency.


• Must obtain National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) 100 and 700 within three (3) months of employment.