Utility Maintenance Mechanic

U.S. Water Services Corporation is a well-established and diverse water and wastewater utility organization specializing in Utility Maintenance, operations, engineering, and construction services. U.S. Water is a fast paced and rapidly expanding company headquartered in New Port Richey, Florida with a staff of over 700 employees in twenty states.

GENERAL PURPOSE Under supervision, performs construction, maintenance and/or repair on water and wastewater utility system equipment and company facilities as directed.

DUTIES Responsibilities include the following:

1. Assist in the investigation of utility systems and troubleshoot and correct electrical, mechanical, and piping problems as experience and training allows and as directed by Lead Maintenance Mechanic. Pull, repair, and analyze mechanical equipment (pumps, motors, submersibles, etc.) as necessary to complete required repairs. Assist in the installation of new utility system improvements and other water and wastewater utility related projects.
2. Responds to maintenance schedules for equipment and vehicles. Assures the proper maintenance duties are performed. Responds to emergency calls as designated.
3. Assists with the proper maintenance of equipment of plant, collection, or distribution facilities; may drive a company vehicle and is responsible for appearance, maintenance, and organization of vehicle and tool inventory.
4. Works with other maintenance employees and assists in coordinating the efficient use of allocated labor and supplies for day-to-day requirements.
5. May assist in other duties such as reading meters, cleaning, and clearing activities, painting, project punch-out, loading and unloading materials.
6. Act as a trainee if designated, regarding the operation of heavy equipment (backhoe, excavator, tractor, etc.).
7. Perform lift station inspections including cleaning, properly setting level controls, cleaning wet well walls, documenting hour meter readings, and calculating run times, trim/cut grass and weed as needed, test alarm/communication systems weekly and report abnormalities to the Lead Technician.
8. Ability to make visual inspections of equipment to determine proper methods of repair.
9. Performs semi-skilled and skilled work of routine to above average difficulty in the installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical equipment associated with a water treatment plant system.
10. Install, remove, or repair of RO membranes or structures.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must possess mobility to work in water and wastewater treatment plants and related facilities; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform medium to heavy physical work, to work in confined spaces, around machines and to climb and descend ladders, and to operate varied hand and power tools and construction equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; color vision to read gauges and identify appurtenances; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio. The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate the above-mentioned tools and equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb to perform work and inspect work sites. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 75 pounds and heavier weights with the use of proper equipment.

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS

Employees work mainly outdoors, and partially indoors, and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives, and contractors in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Motor Vehicle Operator License (Driver's License)
• Ability to demonstrate a level of mechanical, electrical, or plumbing aptitude.
• Electrical Knowledge

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge and understanding of Safe Work Practices. Ensures compliance with safety regulations and standard operating procedures.
• Water Distribution License preferred.
• Expert in performing mechanical, electrical and/or plumbing abilities.

Compensation and Benefits: Pay is commensurate with experience and market reflective. US Water/USW Utility Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short/long-term disability, paid time off, holiday pay and 401(k) with company match.

US Water/USW Utility Group offers competitive wages and benefits and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.