Maintenance Mechanic I-IV - Wastewater Treatment Reclamation Facility

Anticipated Hiring Ranges:

Level I:  $21.96  - $27.73 Hourly

Level II:  $24.16 - $29.59 Hourly

Level III:  $29.23 - $36.92 Hourly

Level IV:  $32.15 - $41.09 Hourly

Full Salary Ranges:  

Level I:  $21.96  - $31.84 Hourly

Level II:  $24.16 - $35.03 Hourly

Level III:  $29.23 - $42.38 Hourly

Level IV:  $32.15 - $46.62 Hourly

*Offers will be determined based on experience level and other factors at the time off offer.

Why Do I See Two Salary Ranges?
The City of Greeley, in compliance with Colorado state law, includes a salary range for all positions posted. This law improves wage transparency. We post both the full salary range and the anticipated hiring range, where we expect to make an offer. Offers are based on experience, education, certifications, and other factors.

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Benefits: This position is benefits eligible. Please view our benefits guide here.

Job Summary:

The City of Greeley is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic I – IV to join the Wastewater Treatment division in the Water & Sewer Department. The Maintenance Mechanic will report to the Maintenance Supervisor and will be responsible for maintaining the proper operation of all equipment, buried and above ground assets directly and indirectly associated with the treated water storage tanks needed to operate the potable water system. The successful incumbent will provide daily preventative, predictive, and maintenance tasks on all process equipment, inspecting tanks and infrastructure, safety equipment, and will be required to enter confined spaces as necessary. They will work with pumps, motors, compressors, generators, screens, mixers, grinders, blowers, and general plant infrastructure. The incumbent works in the proximity of electrical switchgears, controls, large, confined bodies of water, and chemicals such as ferric chloride.

Experience, Education, and Skills:
Minimum Requirements:

• All levels: 
  • Valid unrestricted driver’s license.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Basic mechanical and electrical skills; familiarity with hand tools and equipment maintenance.
  • Familiarity with electrical safety techniques, electrical diagrams and multi-meters.
  • Required to participate in a rotating on call schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Must be able to respond on-site within 45 minutes for after-hours emergencies.
  • Must be able to pass a drug screen and physical as part of the pre-employment process.
• Mechanic I: 
  • Six (6) months to two (2) years of experience maintaining equipment of a small water system or similar field.
  • Basic skills using hand and power tools.
  • Basic knowledge of construction prints, as-built drawings, and GIS mapping.
  • Basic knowledge of confined space entry safety processes.
  • Basic knowledge of small electrical crane operation.
• Mechanic II: 
  • Two (2) to three (3) years of experience operating a small water system or similar field.
  • One (1) year of experience with SCADA and asset management related systems.
  • Demonstrated experience using hand, power tools, and multimeters.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of equipment such as valves, PRV’s, bearings, seals, packing, belts, and how they are used.
  • Moderate knowledge of construction prints, as-builts, and GIS mapping.