Wastewater Mechanic I — Essential, Evening/Weekend Shifts

Amarillo; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Amarillo seeks a Mechanic I - Wastewater at the River Road Reclamation Treatment Plant. Under general supervision, you will perform skilled and semi-skilled maintenance on pumps, motors, equipment, and grounds, including repairs of pipes.

This role requires flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of relevant maintenance experience, plus a valid Texas driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with at least 1 year of maintenance experience.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License required.
• Ability to operate and repair light to medium equipment.
• Ability to follow safety procedures when handling hazardous materials.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily inspection of pumps, motors and equipment and report maintenance needs.
• Perform repairs and maintenance on equipment, structures and grounds.
• Repair pipes above and below ground as needed.
• Complete preventive maintenance forms and records of work.
• Operate light equipment and trucks.
• Assist Equipment Operator in repairs of moving equipment.
• May work evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime; weather essential personnel.

Skills

Operate small office equipment

Operate computers

Learn new software

Strong verbal and writtencommunication

Team collaboration

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Scissor lifts

Forklifts

Vehicles

Commercial mowers

Job description

The City of Amarillo seeks a Mechanic I - Wastewater at the River Road Reclamation Treatment Plant. Under general supervision, you will perform skilled and semi-skilled maintenance on pumps, motors, equipment, and grounds, including repairs of pipes.

This role requires flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of relevant maintenance experience, plus a valid Texas driver’s license.