Water & Wastewater Plant O&M Technician

Central States Water Resources; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Central States Water Resources is seeking an O&M Technician to inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and install mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment at water and wastewater facilities and pump stations.

The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, meticulous attention to safety procedures, and the ability to travel frequently (often >75%) to perform service and installation tasks. Experience with CMMS is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Vocational training in mechanical fields preferred.
• 10+ years of related experience in a similar environment preferred/required based on position level.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow operational, process, safety, and quality instructions.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and install plant and pump station equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic problems and determine corrective action.
• Work with pumps, engines, generators, valves, gates, mixers, conveyors, blowers, and other equipment.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, lubrication, adjustments, and testing.
• Inspect meters, gauges, controls, instrument panels, and CMMS systems.
• Maintain records and travel frequently to perform repairs and installations.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Reading blueprints

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational training

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Central States Water Resources is seeking an O&M Technician to inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and install mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment at water and wastewater facilities and pump stations.

The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, meticulous attention to safety procedures, and the ability to travel frequently (often >75%) to perform service and installation tasks. Experience with CMMS is preferred.