Wastewater Operator Mechanic

E2 Federal Services, LLC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

E2 Federal Services, LLC in Pittsburgh, PA, is seeking a Wastewater Operator Mechanic to maintain and operate facility processes, including water, air, and nitrogen systems, with PLC/DCS control experience. The role requires performing routine maintenance, inspections, and coordinating with vendors under safety guidelines.

The candidate will monitor gauges, record data, run tests, and ensure regulatory compliance while maintaining logs and reports.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and basic math and communication skills.
• Able to read blueprints, schematics, and diagrams when applicable.
• 2+ years of experience in a technical field.
• Safety-minded with ability to follow procedures and work under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Regulatory compliance: monitor processes, analyze data, and report deviations.
• Safety: apply PPE, hazardous materials handling, and confined space awareness.
• Physical plant operations: manage wastewater, plant air, nitrogen, and RO systems.
• Equipment operation: understand controls, flows, and maintenance requirements.
• Equipment maintenance: perform PMs and maintain inventories and tools.
• Collaborate with staff, vendors, and contractors to complete work.

Skills

High school diploma

Reading blueprints

Basic math

Written and oral communication

Technical field experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher in specialized technology

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

PLC/SCADA familiarity

Job description

Wastewater Operator Mechanic

Job Locations

US-PA-Pittsburgh

Job Details

• ID: PA-6216
• Category: Skilled Trades
• Type: Full Time
• Work Location: Onsite

About the Organization

E2 Federal Services, LLC is an affiliate of E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. (E2), a professional services firm established in 1988 specializing federal base operations and infrastructure support services. At E2, we value safety, innovation and collaboration, and we are dedicated to excellence.

Overview

The Wasterwater Operator Mechanic is responsible for the (MRO) maintenance, repair, operation, and inspection of assigned facility processes, structures, compressor stations and plant utility areas such as water, air, and nitrogen. Assemble, install, and repair equipment and machinery. Perform routine tank or vessel cleaning and minor mechanical, plumbing, and pump repairs of utility systems using a variety of hand and power tools. May work with other craft workers in the maintenance of site machinery and equipment. Operate forklifts, skid loaders, and vehicles required to maintain the facility. Monitor, inspect and adjust a full range of equipment using manual and automated controls such as PLC, DCS, or SCADA as well as hands on work to troubleshoot, maintain, modify, or correct problems. Observe and record readings on gauges, meters, and charts to register the aspects of facility process and utility systems. Perform sampling and testing to control process quality, and maintain operating logs, lab sheets or other documentation for regulatory compliance. Report process deviations, variances, and inventory levels to appropriate personnel, interact as required with other staff, agencies, vendors, and outside contractors. Notify supervision if additional attention or repairs are needed. Monitor and maintain spare parts and chemical inventory. Must maintain current training or certifications such as confined space entry, respirator fit test, and chemical handling training as required to perform the job.

Responsibilities

• Regulatory Compliance: Must understand and monitor processes, analyze operational data and correct problems to maintain compliance, document information and know when to communicate problems.
• Safety: Must be proficient with WPP, LOTO, chemical and environmental contaminants or hazards, confined space rescue, fall protection, hazardous materials and hazardous communication.
• Physical Plant Operations: Performs all activities associated with wastewater, plant air, nitrogen and reverse osmosis systems, equipment cleaning and facility housekeeping.
• Equipment Operation: Must understand process flows, water chemistry, machine controls, automation and processes, manual equipment operation. Know the location and isolation methods of all associated processes, over pressure safety devices, utilities and infrastructure.
• Equipment and System Types: Influent and effluent, tanks, pumps, sumps, piping, valves, filters, presses, blowers, compressors, dryers, condensate, cooling, oil, electrical, pressure relief, meters, dials, gauges, and safety devices.
• Equipment Maintenance: Must complete scheduled PMs, install and maintain equipment and facilities, and maintain associated supplies, parts, and tools inventory.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested to ensure timely project execution. The intent of this position description is to include duties, responsibilities, or qualifications necessary to identify and evaluate the job but does not necessarily include all details of the job.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, plus specific training in plant utilities and demonstrated understanding of basic math and written / oral communication, and (when applicable) able to read blueprints, schematics, and diagrams.
• Work safely under general supervision, follow written procedures and verbal instructions, perform journey-level work, and manage time to complete assignments.
• Computer experience including email, payroll time entry and online training.
• At least two (2) years' experience in a technical field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate Degree or higher in specialized technology applicable to water treatment facility and safety training equivalent to OSHA 10.
• Knowledge of equipment and types of chemicals used in water treatment.
• Five years journeyman level experience in a relevant field or equivalent experience in a commercial or industrial facility and broad knowledge of other disciplines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft products, Computer Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Familiar with laboratory operations is a plus.

Other Requirements

• Good attendance, interpersonal skills, and the ability to work as part of a team or i
• Ability to follow oral / written instructions and exercise good judgement to complete assignments on time.
• Assist others by training / mentoring, teamwork, troubleshooting repairs, and installing new equipment.
• Escort and monitor work performed by outside vendors in accordance with facility requirements.
• Complete and return required administrative paperwork as directed, (e.g., timesheets, vacation slips, classroom and computer-based training, log sheets, PM / PE / MODs, service records etc.)

Conditions of Employment

• US Citizen
• Possess and maintain a valid U.S. driver's license and demonstrate a good driving record (no significant violations such as DUI, loss of license, inability to obtain personal insurance or currently covered under a high-risk insurance policy, etc.).
• Pass a post-offer, pre-placement drug test, physical examination, and medical history check.

Pass a pre-employment criminal background check and have a clean motor vehicle report (MVR).

All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the IUOE Local 95 Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Benefits

E2 Federal Services, LLC offers an excellent benefits package represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the IUOE Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Work Environment

• Position requires work in commercial government facilities (e.g., warehouse, offices, projects, labs, outside locations, etc. where mechanical equipment is being installed, tested, analyzed, monitored, operated, and / or maintained. Equipment may be loud and noisy and / or have exposed moving components.

Physical and Mental Demands

• Work environment involves some exposure or risk to physical hazards which require following basic safety precautions. Constant use of vision and mental alertness is required working in all types of weather (heat, humidity, sub-zero cold).
• Position may involve work indoor or outdoor locations where loud equipment with exposed moving components is being operated, monitored, or maintained.
• Able to perform all the typical repetitive physical requirements found in a warehouse position such as: walking, pushing, pulling, handling, grasping, kneeling, working overhead.
• Able to work in awkward positions for extended periods of time or in confined spaces.
• Position may involve routine carrying or lifting of 20 pounds (and occasionally up to 50 pounds), or working at heights, climbing stairs, ladders, scaffolds, and using scissor or aerial lifts.
• Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English to respond to visual and audible alarms.

Integrated Safety and Environmental Requirements

• Observe and follow all corporate, federal, state and site environmental safety and health (ES&H) policies and procedures that pertain to the job classification being performed.
• Perform only those tasks in which you have the required training, competence, knowledge, skills, and abilities to prevent injury.
• Hazard and situational awareness for ES&H risks associated with the work. Perform work safely in accordance with hazard controls.
• Report all unsafe operations, and, if necessary, exercise stop-work authority in any situation posing imminent or danger to oneself, other personnel, the environment, or the facility.
• Must wear proper PPE as required and ensure PPE is in acceptable condition.
• Keep office space, operating area, control room, mechanical room, warehouse etc. clean and orderly.
• Attend all safety meetings, participate in ES&H/ISM program activities, and stay current with assigned required training.

Hours of Work

• Typical shift is 8 hours per day, M-F daylight schedule, and must be able to occasionally work after hours on nights, holidays, and weekends. Schedule is determined by the company and business needs.

Local Candidates only

Yes

Drug Free Workplace

E2 Federal Services, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace. After accepting an offer of employment, applicants may be required to undergo background checks, drug testing, and/or fit-for-duty physical examination. Drug screens will include, but not be limited to, Amphetamines, Cocaine Metabolites, Marijuana Metabolites (THC), Opiates, and Phencyclidine (PCP). As a federal contractor, E2 cannot permit employees in certain positions to use medical marijuana, even if prescribed by an authorized physician.

Solicitation

Please no solicitation of any kind from agencies, staffing, or recruiting firms.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.