Water/Wastewater Maintenance Technician

Woodard & Curran Inc.; Groveland (FL); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Woodard & Curran is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to support water and wastewater facilities in Groveland, FL. You will inspect, maintain, and repair mechanical and electrical systems critical to the treatment process.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting pumps, motors, valves, and instrumentation, with exposure to VFDs, piping, and safety protocols. Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to read schematics are required.

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in mechanical maintenance.
• Experience in maintaining reclaimed water transmission and distribution facilities and related equipment.
• Ability to read, interpret, and record data from meters, gauges, panels, and other equipment.
• Must read blueprints and schematics; able to follow verbal and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance on pumps, motors, valves, blowers, and chemical feed equipment.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair electrical components such as control panels, motor starters, relays, sensors, and wiring.
• Maintain and calibrate instrumentation and automation systems used in water and wastewater processes.
• Assist with installation and commissioning of new mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Support emergency repairs and respond to equipment failures to minimize downtime.
• Maintain and repair piping systems, hydraulics, and rotating equipment for efficient plant operations.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Reading meters & gauges

Blueprints & schematics

Education

High School diploma or equivalent preferred

Tools

Backhoe

Tractor

Front-end loader

Grader

Landscape maintenance equipment

Job description

Woodard & Curran is a national engineering, science and operations firm with a simple vision for clean water, a safe environment, healthy communities and happy people. As an employee-owned company, we strive to cultivate teams that encourage collaboration in an inclusive culture. We seek talented individuals from all backgrounds to help us address a broad range of water and environmental issues. We prioritize our people, offering opportunities for professional growth, ownership and flexibility. This commitment enables us to make a meaningful impact on our clients, communities and the planet.

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 also aids employees in earning, upgrading, and keeping their certifications within the industry.

What will you be doing at Woodard & Curran?

The City of Groveland, known as “The City of Natural Charm and Unlimited Possibilities,” is one of the fastest-growing cities in Florida. We are currently seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to support the operation and maintenance of our water and wastewater treatment facilities.

In this role, you will be responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and repairing mechanical and electrical systems and equipment essential to the treatment process, including pumps, motors, VFD’s, valves, piping, blowers, and chemical feed systems. You’ll also assist with troubleshooting issues at lift stations, remote pump stations, and other infrastructure critical to water quality and environmental protection. If you enjoy working with your hands, solving mechanical, electrical problems, and contributing to the sustainability of our natural resources, this position offers a challenging and rewarding career path.

Key responsibilities include:

• Perform routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance on mechanical systems including pumps, motors, valves, blowers, and chemical feed equipment.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair electrical components such as control panels, motor starters, relays, sensors, and wiring associated with treatment plant operations.
• Maintain and calibrate instrumentation and automation systems used in water and wastewater processes.
• Assist with installation and commissioning of new mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Support emergency repairs and respond to equipment failures to minimize downtime.
• Maintain and repair piping systems, hydraulic components, and rotating equipment to ensure efficient plant operations.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment safely and effectively.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, and parts usage in the CMMS software.
• Collaborate with operators and other team members to support continuous plant operations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Monitor equipment performance and recommend improvements or replacements as needed.
• Assists with the maintenance of the inventory control program for the project.
• Performs housekeeping duties in the maintenance department and on maintenance vehicles.
• Performs all work in a safe and professional manner by following established safety, operating, and emergency response procedures.
• Performs all work to produce an end result which meets all goals and objectives.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Schedule

• Monday – Friday, 6am-2:30pm. Flexibility and extended shifts to meet the seasonal demands of the water and wastewater system. Reliable and dependable attendance is an essential function of the position.
• Availability for standby duty working evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Availability for standby duty and the ability to be “on-call,” working evenings, weekends and holidays may be required.

What will you need to succeed?

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 3 years’ experience in mechanical maintenance.
• Experience in the maintenance of reclaimed water transmission and distribution facilities, tractor backhoe, farm-type tractors, farm implements, front-end loader, motor grader, and landscape maintenance equipment.
• Requires good reading, math, writing, and verbal communication skills; a good scientific and mechanical aptitude; and the ability to read, interpret, and record data from meters, gauges, scales, panels, and other equipment.
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Requires the ability to carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Must have the ability to establish effective working relationships with other employees.
• Must possess a FL valid driver's license, and have a safe driving record.
• Must be willing to work schedules which may include weekend or holiday duty, carry a company provided radio, and be willing to respond to emergencies at any time.
• Must have a home telephone.
• Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check, pre-placement physical and drug screen before employment.

$25 - $30 an hour

• Depending on qualifications and experience.
• Annual Project bonuses are awarded each year.
• Annual Safety bonuses are awarded each year.

Mutual Dispute Resolution (MDR)

As part of our commitment to a fair and respectful workplace, Woodard & Curran uses a Mutual Dispute Resolution (MDR) to help resolve most employment-related concerns efficiently and consistently.

What this means:

• MDR applies to both you and the Company
• Most workplace-related disputes are resolved through binding arbitration, rather than court proceedings
• Certain exceptions are outlined in the full agreement

If you are offered a position with Woodard & Curran, you will be asked to review and sign the MDR as part of your offer packet.

Employee Support & Benefits

Retirement Savings:

• 401(k) Pre-tax or Roth Contributions: The company matches 100% of the first 3% of salary contributed

Time away from work:

• Observed holidays: Choose up to 8 holidays to observe annually
• Vacation: Accrued based on years of experience and calculated on hours worked
• Sick time: Paid sick time for non-work-related illness or injury.
• Parental leave: Up to 80 hours of Paid Parental Leave for child bonding

Coverage and support for your needs and well-being:

• Disability: Paid short- and long-term disability
• Health: Medical plan options; plus dental and vision plans.
• Life: Basic employee group life insurance and AD&D benefits; additional voluntary life insurance for employees and families is available through Sun Life.
• Wellbeing: DarioMind assistance program combined with personalized mental health and wellbeing resources.

Workplace Information

E-Verify Participation

Woodard & Curran participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. As part of this process, we display the required Notice of E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters.

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.

Inclusion & Belonging

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and believe diverse perspectives strengthen our ability to serve clients and communities.

As an employee-owned company, we are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive environment where employees can grow, contribute fully, and deliver meaningful impact.

Recruitment Agency Policy

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Submissions without a signed agreement in place will be considered unsolicited and not eligible for referral fees.

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