Water Treatment Mechanic

Kleinfelder; McClure (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan and paid holidays

Job summary

Kleinfelder in Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan is seeking a skilled Water Treatment Mechanic to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair water treatment systems. This role offers field assignments with a company vehicle and opportunities to lead maintenance projects across multiple sites.

Responsibilities include installing and servicing pumps, motors, valves, and chemical feed systems; guiding entry-level staff; and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance while supporting plant performance

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; certification in water treatment operations preferred.
• 2 years hands‑on water/wastewater treatment experience.
• Understanding of equipment operations and maintenance.
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making under pressure.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with data management and reporting software.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex maintenance, repair, and installation of pumps, motors, valves, blowers, chemical feed systems, and other treatment equipment.
• Diagnose equipment and system issues.
• Assist with planning and executing preventative and corrective maintenance programs.
• Collaborate with operations staff to support plant performance and efficiency.
• Monitor operations and ensure safety and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain accurate records and reports on production, maintenance, and regulatory data.
• Provide guidance and training to entry-level technicians as needed.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Leadership

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Water treatment operations certification

Tools

Pumps

Motors

Valves

Blowers

Chemical feed systems

Job description

Step into Your New Role

We are a leading water management and design company dedicated to providing safe and reliable water services. Our commitment to excellence and sustainability drives our mission to deliver high-quality water solutions to our customers.

This position is available in any of our Norhtwest Ohio locations.

Water Treatment Mechanics on our team are issued their own company service vehicle, giving them the independence and mobility to support projects across a wide service area. This role offers the unique opportunity to travel both in state and out‑of‑state, gaining hands‑on experience with a variety of systems, sites, and technologies. It’s a fantastic fit for someone who wants to start or advance their career in water treatment mechanics, with clear pathways into roles such as Senior Water Treatment Mechanic or Project Manager. If you’re looking for a role where you can build real expertise, grow your career, and experience something new every day, this is the opportunity for you.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Water Treatment Mechanic to perform advanced-level work in the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of water treatment systems and related infrastructure. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for leading technical maintenance tasks and projects to support optimal plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex maintenance, repair, and installation of pumps, motors, valves, blowers, chemical feed systems, and other treatment equipment.
• Diagnosing equipment and systems issues.
• Assist with the planning and execution of preventative and corrective maintenance programs.
• Collaborate with operations staff to support continuous plant performance and efficiency.
• Monitors operational performance of mechanical systems and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory performance standards.
• Maintain accurate records and reports related to water operations, including production data, maintenance logs, and regulatory documentation.
• Provide guidance and training to entry-level technicians and staff professionals as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional certification or training in water treatment operations is preferred.
• 2 years of experience in hands‑on water and/or wastewater treatment experience.
• Thorough understanding of equipment operations and maintenance.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in computer applications for data management and reporting.

Join our team and play a pivotal role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality water services to our community in the Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan area. If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for water operations and a commitment to excellence, we encourage you to apply for the position of Senior Water Operator.

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Benefits

• Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.

Anticiapted Salary range is $19.09 per hour to $31.86 per hour.

Career Development

We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

Equal Opportunity

Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)