Treatment Plant Mechanic II (Wastewater)

City of Richland; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

City benefits package

Dental and Vision plans

Life Insurance

Long-term Disability Insurance

PERS retirement

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Deferred compensation plan 457

Flexible Benefits Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

City of Richland is seeking a full-time Treatment Plant Mechanic who will perform highly skilled mechanical work at the wastewater treatment plant and lift stations. The role requires a two-year degree or equivalent with six years of related experience, welding, rigging, and fabrication skills, and the ability to work after hours and on standby.

Salary is set by the IUOE contract, starting at $38.24 per hour with a range to $44.19 per hour, Monday–Friday schedule, and a comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Two-year degree or trade school plus six years of relevant experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Perform highly skilled mechanical work toward construction, maintenance and repair of the wastewater treatment plant, lift stations and related facilities.
• Work after hours and weekends as needed; schedule is Monday–Friday 7:00am–3:30pm; mandatory emergency standby year-round.

Education

Two year college degree in industrial mechanics or related field or equivalent trade school certificate

Six years of experience in mechanical installation, repair and maintenance

Job description

Department: Public Works Division: Wastewater Maintenance Pay Range The wage for this position is set by the IUOE Collective Bargaining Agreement, starting at Step A: $38.24 Hourly. Position Salary Range: $38.24 - $44.19 Hourly.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

This is the full journey level position in the Treatment Plant Mechanic classification. Under the direction of the Wastewater Maintenance Supervisor or designee, performs highly skilled work from a variety of crafts toward the construction, maintenance and repair of the City’s wastewater treatment plant, lift stations, and related facilities. Subject to after-hours and weekend work as needed. Safely performs all job functions. Please note, the schedule is anticipated to be Monday - Friday from 7:00am - 3:30pm. This position does require mandatory emergency standby work year-round. The full job description can be viewed on the City of Richland – Job Descriptions page.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Selection will be based on overall qualifications, skills testing (if applicable), and an interview process. The final candidate selected will be subject to a comprehensive background/reference check commensurate to the position including a pre-employment physical to include DOT drug screening (if applicable).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education & Experience: Two (2) year college degree in industrial mechanics or related field or equivalent trade school certificate or apprenticeship program participation.
• Six (6) years of experience performing mechanical installation, removal, repair and maintenance of pumps, small motors, mechanical feed systems and other precision mechanical devices, including welding, rigging, fabrication and equipment repair.
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Valid driver’s license, with an ability to obtain Class “A” CDL with tanker endorsement within two (2) years of hire date.
• Must obtain National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) “Telescopic Boom Cranes – Fixed Cab Operator” (TSS) certification within eight teen (18) months of hire and maintain through employment.
• Obtain Signal Person and Rigger Certification within eighteen (18) months of hire and maintain through employment.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Current Class “A” CDL with tanker endorsement.
• Current NCCCO TSS Certification.
• Current Signal Person and Rigger Certification.

This position is posted internally/externally concurrently. Only qualified, regular full-time, IUOE employees will be given first consideration if they apply within the first five (5) working internal days of posting. If no qualified IUOE members apply within the internal posting close date, then all qualified external applicants will be considered. Internal qualified applicants who apply after the initial five (5) day posting will compete with qualified external applicants.

WE ARE RICHLAND

At the City of Richland, your work makes a difference every day. From maintaining essential services to enhancing our community, you’ll be part of a team that values teamwork, integrity and excellence in what we do. With a strong sense of purpose, great benefits, and a commitment to growth, we are building a community we’re proud to serve.

Richland Rewards – Supporting Those Who Serve

Summary of City of Richland benefits for IUOE affiliated staff (union-represented employees):

• Regular Full-Time Employee Benefits
• Excellent preferred provider plan with a substantial City-paid contribution
• City-paid dental and vision plans
• City-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (equals two times the employees annual salary)
• City-paid Long-term Disability Insurance
• Participation in the State of Washington's Retirement Plan (PERS)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 10 paid holidays
• 4% City-match (base pay)
• Deferred compensation plan 457
• Extended Sick Leave (ESL)
• City-paid and Employee-paid Retirement Health Savings Plan
• Section 125 - Flexible Benefits Plan (Medical/Dependent Care)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual

Rates subject to change based upon collective bargaining agreement (CBA). See CBA for eligibility requirements. For2025-2027IUOE CBA, rates are as follows:

• Years of Continuous Service0-9:20.17
• Years of Continuous Service10-15:22.17
• Years of Continuous Service16-20:24.17
• Years of Continuous Service20+:26.17

The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting and retaining a highly qualified and diversified work force. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age (over 40), martial or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws. In accordance with the American with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities will be provided for participation in the application and selection process, if requested. Persons with a disability who need assistance must notify the Human Resources Department about the accommodation needed at the time of application and prior to the closing date by calling [phone].

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