Mechanic in training

SolveNow Inc.; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading wastewater treatment company in New York is seeking a Mechanic-in-Training for the Lift Station department. The role involves preparing task plans, maintaining equipment, and assisting in preventive maintenance. Candidates should possess a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license. Additional qualifications include construction experience and the ability to obtain a Class 'C' license within one year of employment. This position includes participation in a rotating on-call duty requiring prompt response.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a Class 'C' license in wastewater collection systems within one year.
• Construction experience is preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare pre-task plan and adhere to safety requirements.
• Participate in weekly rotating 'after hours' callout duty.
• Assist with preventive maintenance and repairs.
• Lubricate equipment and check for malfunctions.
• Maintain lift station cleanliness.
• Maintain lift station premises and housekeeping.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance and routine cleaning.
• Perform daily and weekly preventative maintenance on all equipment and related electrical maintenance and motor repairs.
• Lift Station wet well cleaning.
• Complete work orders and field complaint forms.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Construction experience

Valid driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Class 'C' license in wastewater collection systems

Job description

Qualifications:

• MECHANIC-IN-TRAINING - WASTEWATER TREATMENT
• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to obtain a Class "C" license in wastewater collection systems from an approved vendor of the Florida Department of Environmental Regulation within one (1) year of the employment start date.
• Construction experience
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare pre-task plan before beginning work and adhere to all safety requirements specific to the job
• Ability to participate in weekly rotating "after hours" callout duty that requires prompt response on a 24-hour basis, including weekends and holidays.
• Assists Lift Station Operator with preventive maintenance and repairs for lift station department facilities, electromechanical machinery, and equipment.
• Lubricates equipment and checks for malfunctions.
• Replaces packing in pumps and valves
• Replaces bearings in motors, pumps, and other equipment.
• Maintains the physical appearance of the lift station and housekeeping.
• Assist in performing scheduled preventative maintenance and routine cleaning as required.
• Perform daily and weekly preventative maintenance on all equipment
• Performs routine electrical maintenance and motor repairs.
• Lift Station wet well cleaning
• Performs clean-up work after repairs are completed.
• Complete work orders and field complaint forms
• Perform other duties as required.