Preventative Maintenance Technician 1

City Of Midland; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Midland is seeking a Water Plant Maintenance Technician to repair and maintain pumps, valves, and electrical systems that power the city’s clean water supply.

This on-site, hands-on role requires troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and adherence to safety standards. The successful candidate will work with potential hazards, obtain required licenses, and support the community’s water quality and reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years experience in a related field preferred.
• Must obtain a valid 'C' Water license within 3 years of employment.
• Hazmat Awareness level and SCBA certifications within 1 year.
• Must remain qualified to wear SCBA.
• Must possess a valid Texas Class 'B' CDL or have ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Repairs equipment including pumps, chemical feeders, valves and specialized equipment.
• Performs preventative maintenance on plant equipment according to manufacturer’s recommendations.
• Annual maintenance at plants including cleaning and painting of water treatment basins and equipment.
• Electrical repairs including wiring of electric motors, switches, and panels.
• Troubleshoots electrical problems including checking and repairing control circuits.
• Serves as a shift relief as needed, assuming full authority, duties and responsibilities of position that is being filled.
• Performs related duties as required.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Problem solving

Reading & interpret

Testing equipment

Hand tools

Welding tools

Math/calculations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Welding tools

Test equipment

Electrical testing tools

Job description

Are you a hands‑on problem solver with mechanical skills and a commitment to public health? The City of Midland is looking for a dedicated Water Plant Maintenance Technician to keep our water purification systems operating at peak performance.

In this vital role, you'll repair and maintain essential equipment like pumps, valves, and electrical systems that power the city’s clean water supply. From troubleshooting control circuits to performing manufacturer-recommended preventive maintenance, your work directly supports safe, reliable water for the entire community.

This is more than maintenance—it’s a mission to protect one of our city’s most valuable resources.

• Repairs equipment including pumps, chemical feeders, valves and specialized equipment.
• Performs preventative maintenance on plant equipment according to manufacturer's recommendations.
• Performs annual maintenance at plants including but not limited to cleaning and painting of water treatment basins and painting of equipment.
• Performs electrical repairs including wiring of electric motors, switches, and panels.
• Troubleshoots electrical problems including checking and repairing control circuits.
• Serves as a shift relief as needed, assuming full authority, duties and responsibilities of position that is being filled.
• Performs related duties as required.

Ability to sit, stand and transport self from building to building. Ability to drive a vehicle to and from various work sites. Employee will work in a seasonal temperatures bending, kneeling, twisting and climbing. Employee can work with potential mechanical, chemical and electrical hazards. Employee may be exposed to communicable diseases while handling raw sewage. Must be able to lift in excess of 50 lbs, climb stairs and open access hatches. Must be able to climb 50 ft ladders and work effectively at that height. Must be able to wear an SCBA.

Employee communicates with other employees and the public, as necessary.

Skill in observing, reading and interpreting written materials. Knowledge of plant operations and maintenance. Skill in performing mathematical calculations. Ability to use testing and measuring equipment. Skill in the use of hand tools, test equipment, and welding tools. May work rotating shifts.

High school diploma or equivalent required. One to three years experience in a related field preferred. Must receive and retain a valid 'C' Water license within 3 years of employment. Must receive Hazmat Awareness level and SCBA certifications within 1 year of employment. Must remain qualified to wear SCBA. Must posses a valid Texas Class 'B' CDL or have the ability to obtain license within a reasonable amount of time.