Water & Wastewater Mechanic Trainee

HKA Enterprises, Inc.; Dodge City (KS); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

HKA Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a dependable Water & Wastewater Plant Mechanic for preventive and corrective maintenance across multiple plant sites, including lift stations. The role requires strong safety practices and ability to respond to after-hours calls.

You will troubleshoot motors, pumps, and electrical components, read schematics, and document work orders. This demanding, hands-on position offers growth for skilled technicians in a safety-conscious environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license.
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting motors of 10 HP or higher; repairing/replacing valves and pumps.
• Knowledge of confined space safety, Lockout/Tagout, and occupational safety rules for mechanical equipment.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, pump diagrams, and utility drawings for lift stations and treatment facilities.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs over uneven terrain; perform strenuous physical labor in adverse conditions.
• Ability to work in confined spaces — including those with toxic atmospheres using safety harness or SCBA.
• Ability to work in and around raw sewage wearing protective gear.
• Willingness to participate in weekly rotating after-hours on-call — including weekends and holidays.
• Dependable safety and work record.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive and corrective maintenance on water and wastewater plant equipment, piping, electrical components, and structures.
• Assist in repair and replacement of motors (10 HP or higher), pumps, and associated equipment.
• Assist electrician with repair and replacement of electrical motors, panels, and components.
• Diagnose equipment failures and initiate appropriate repair procedures.
• Operate and maintain equipment per manufacturer instructions; generate reports using laptop or desktop computers.
• Work within confined spaces including lift station wet wells, valve vaults, and sewer manholes.
• Use electronic work order and asset management systems to document maintenance and repair activities.
• Operate large equipment including pneumatic jackhammers, hydraulic/diesel pumps, and gasoline-driven saws.
• Participate in weekly rotating after-hours on-call duty — 24-hour response required including weekends and holidays.

Skills

Motor maintenance

Confined space safety

Lockout/Tagout

Electrical schematics

Pumps & valves maintenance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

HKA Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a dependable Water & Wastewater Plant Mechanic for preventive and corrective maintenance across multiple plant sites, including lift stations. The role requires strong safety practices and ability to respond to after-hours calls.

You will troubleshoot motors, pumps, and electrical components, read schematics, and document work orders. This demanding, hands-on position offers growth for skilled technicians in a safety-conscious environment.