Wastewater Maintenance Mechanic/Technician

Woodardcurran; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Medical & dental insurance

Licensing support

Career growth

Job summary

Woodard & Curran in Boston is seeking qualified Maintenance Technicians and Mechanics to inspect, repair, and maintain complex machinery including pumps, motors, compressors, and hydraulic systems, while following safety policies.

The role requires day shifts, potential after-hours coverage, a MA driver’s license, and opportunities to advance through licensing and training; the company offers a generous benefits package and a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years’ relevant mechanical and technical experience preferred.
• Must pass DOT background check, pre-placement physical and drug screen.
• MA hoisting licenses within a predetermined time frame.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day operations and maintenance of the facilities.
• Implementation and management of a predictive maintenance program.
• Emergency response for process upsets, equipment failures, rain events, etc.
• Perform routine, preventive and corrective maintenance assignments.
• Housekeeping duties in the maintenance department and on vehicles.
• Follow safety, operating and emergency response procedures.
• Complete all work to meet project goals and objectives.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Preventive maintenance

Attention to safety

Verbal & written communication

Decision making

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Woodard & Curran is an employee-owned engineering, science, and operations firm dedicated to clean water, a safe environment, healthy communities, and happy people. We foster an inclusive, collaborative culture that supports professional growth, flexibility, and meaningful work, empowering our employees to make a lasting impact on our clients, communities, and the planet.

For more than 25 years, Woodard & Curran has offered contract operations and management services for drinking water, municipal and industrial wastewater, groundwater remediation, and solid waste facilities nationwide. Currently we contract operate more than 60 facilities nationwide. Woodard & Curran draws on the experience of hundreds of certified operators across the country, backed by the knowledge and skills of hundreds more engineers, scientists, and regulatory experts, to quickly tackle the most challenging operational issues and keep treatment plants running efficiently and in full compliance.

Woodard & Curran is growing, and we are looking for qualified Maintenance Technicians and Mechanics in Boston! As a Maintenance Technician, you will repair and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment such as hydraulic systems, air handlers, compressors, generators, gearboxes, pumps, engines, power tools, vehicles, and sewer, stormwater and/or water distribution systems, while complying with all company Health & Safety procedures and policies. Must be able to dismantle devices to gain access to and remove defective parts and examine form and texture of parts to detect imperfections. Employees who join Woodard & Curran’s staff find a culture that is welcoming, supportive, and empowering.

Schedule: Monday - Friday: 6:00am - 2:00pm. Will be required to respond to alarms, emergency situations, rain events, and work in inclement weather as needed which may include coverage outside normal workday hours, including weekends, holidays, etc.

• Day-to-day operations and maintenance of the facilities.
• Implementation and management of an innovative predictive maintenance management program.
• Emergency response for process upsets, equipment failures, rain events, force majeure events, all alarm events, etc.
• Perform all routine, preventive and corrective maintenance assignments that are assigned to by the project's preventive maintenance and repair program.
• Perform housekeeping duties in the maintenance department and on maintenance vehicles as assigned by the project’s manager.
• Conduct all work in a safe and professional manner by following established safety, operating, and emergency response procedures.
• Complete all work and projects to meet goals and objectives set by the project’s manager.

• High School Degree or Equivalent.
• Valid Massachusetts Driver's License required.
• Possess or have the ability to obtain the following MA hoisting licenses within a predetermined time frame: MA HE-1B-Telescoping Boom w/Cables Cranes HE-3A- Air or Electric Powered
• Ability to make sound decisions in process control and follow instructions, as well as follow healthy and safety procedures.
• Successful candidates will be required to complete a DOT background check, DOT pre-placement physical and DOT drug screen before employment.
• 5-10 years’ of relevant mechanical and technical experience in water and/or wastewater facilities preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• You would be offered a generous total rewards package:
• Competitive compensation.
• Excellent Benefits to include retirement, generous paid time off, holidays, medical & dental insurance, flexible spending account.
• Career growth.
• Support and reimbursement in earning, upgrading, and keeping your licenses and certifications within the industry. Bonus potential for obtaining next level licensure.
• The opportunity to become more versatile and even more technically proficient. We cross-train to improve facility operations, job satisfaction, and job security.

Woodard & Curran offers a comprehensive benefits package. For more information about our benefits & workplace policies visit Benefit & Policy Information - Woodard & Curran.

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Equal Employment Opportunity & Accessibility: Woodard & Curran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to non-discrimination and make employment decisions based on job-related factors. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact Beth Sweitzer.

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