Maintenance Technician or Trainee

Greenville Water; Travelers Rest (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility provider is looking for a Maintenance Technician or Trainee to carry out preventive and corrective maintenance on various equipment at water treatment plants. The role requires a high school diploma and relevant experience, with opportunities for advancement to a technician level and necessary certifications in CPR and First Aid.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in mechanical and/or electrical maintenance.
• Valid South Carolina driver's license required.
• CPR and First Aid certifications are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Maintain maintenance records and manage inventory of tools and parts.
• Interact with various groups and collect water samples as needed.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical maintenance

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS program

Job description

Maintenance Technician or Trainee

JOB SUMMARY

Performs preventive and corrective maintenance and repairs on all electrical, electronic and mechanical equipment used and operated at water treatment plants, pump stations and telemetering stations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on all mechanical equipment and system components, including but not limited to valves, pumps, motors, etc.
• Performs preventive maintenance and repairs of electrical components and systems, including but not limited to relays, electric starters, electrical and manual valve operators.
• Repairs and services plant and pump station electronic transmitters, receivers, elevation and flow signals, and pressure signals.
• Performs routine maintenance and repair of pump stations, storage tanks, treatment plants, pressure reducing valves, office spaces and other facilities as necessary.
• Reviews flow charts, pressure charts, etc., to monitor equipment performance
• Maintains an adequate inventory of tools, parts and equipment
• Prepares maintenance records of all equipment/system maintenance and repair work; maintains inventory records.
• Provides daily reconciliations, including work orders, requisitions, and purchase orders.
• Must be able to adequately read and interpret mechanical diagrams.
• Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, co-workers, other department supervisors and employees, engineers, contractors, other government agencies, City/County personnel, sales and service representatives, and the general public.
• Collects water samples at remote sites as needed.
• Transfers power to emergency generators and back-up engines as needed.
• Climbs storage tanks for repairs and inspections.
• Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN TRAINEE

A High School Diploma or GED, supplemented by one (1) year of experience in mechanical and/or electrical maintenance and repair work; or possession of any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must be able to obtain a Distribution Operator "D" classification, within 2 years. Valid South Carolina driver's license. Must obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid certifications. Advancement to Facilities Maintenance Technician: 1 years' experience as Trainee, along with meeting the above criteria and training requirements of career path.

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

A High School Diploma or GED supplemented by two (2) years of experience in mechanical and/or electrical maintenance and repair work in an industrial environment; or possession of any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Should have general understanding of how to operate and conduct basic maintenance of equipment used in a water system. Should have experience with a CMMS program and how it is utilized. Must be able to obtain a Distribution Operator "D" classification, within 2 years. Valid South Carolina driver's license. Must obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid certifications.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Greenville Water is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Greenville Water will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.