Maintenance Mechanic - Treatment (SM Clouse WRC)

Posting number: 2026-00181

Department: TREATMENT OPS

Job classification: Maintenance Mechanic - Treatment

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Maintenance

Summary

Grade 16 - Starting hourly rate: $24.00. Rate of pay depends on qualifications.

Examples of duties

JOB SUMMARY
The Maintenance Mechanic- Treatment is responsible for the basic maintenance and repair of equipment and facilities. This position will support multiple facilities with varying processes, equipment and functional requirements.
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Diagnoses and resolves standard water or wastewater facility machinery, piping and equipment problems.
• Performs predictive, preventative and corrective maintenance duties.
• Tracks and records information required in work order documents and enters into computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), and uses Microsoft Office.
• Performs standard level diagnostic tests to resolve routine problems.
• Repairs plant machinery and equipment, using hoists, jacks, ladders, confined space equipment, PPE, welding equipment, hand tools, squares, rules, micrometers, and other tools.
• Dismantles, constructs and assembles various components of facilities, industrial machinery or equipment.
• Performs confined space entries in hazardous environments.
• Monitors mechanical equipment and makes functional adjustments.
• Cleans and lubricates machinery and equipment according to specifications.
• Identifies parts with specifications and orders replacements.
• Furnishes mechanical recommendation when ordering new parts, machinery and equipment.
• Has knowledge of basic electrical and instrumentation principles.
• Promotes and practices a safe working environment in an industrial setting.
• Applies basic principles of mechanical maintenance.
• Performs work in accordance with TCEQ, OSHA, and other applicable government regulations.
• Reads O & M manuals, as-built drawings, block maps, schematics, and construction plans.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationship and public relations.
• May operate a forklift, powered vertical lifting machinery, utility truck, crane, combination unit, water tanker, or other heavy equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

 
DECISION MAKING

• Receives general supervision.
• May refer more complex issues to higher levels.
• May act as a team leader.

 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Graduation from high school or a General Education Development (GED) Certificate.
• Two years’ experience performing repairs and maintenance in the mechanical trade.
• Ability to report to work on time, maintain a good attendance record, and work all designated work schedules.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Class "C" Texas Wastewater Operator License.

JOB DIMENSIONS

• Skill in applying basic math and measurement principles.
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
• Skill in proficient use of materials, tools, and equipment commonly used in mechanical maintenance or repair of industrial facilities.
• Ability to complete required SAWS coordinated training after hire on Confined space, HAZMAT Awareness, Lock Out Tag Out, Supervising for Safety, Fit Testing, Electrical Safety, and other certifications as required.
• Ability to enter and maintain information in the computerized maintenance management system.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers, contractors and vendors.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.

 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
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