Plant Mechanic I

About the role

This position is considered essential personnel by Fairfax Water. Under close supervision of the Supervisor, Plant Maintenance, or an experienced plant mechanic, this role performs a variety of semi-skilled corrective and preventive industrial mechanical maintenance work in the maintenance, repair and operation of specialized equipment in a water treatment plant. The position also maintains treatment plant building and grounds.

Responsibilities

• Assists higher-level plant mechanics in maintaining, repairing, troubleshooting, installing, modifying, overhauling and assembling plant processing equipment to include pumps, flocculation equipment, mixers, speed reducers, gear boxes, chain and belt drives, chemical feed systems, valve actuators and other equipment.
• Assists with plumbing, pipefitting, and welding tasks and performs general maintenance and repair work on building structures and grounds utilizing hand and power tools.
• Assists in preventive and condition-based maintenance tasks to include inspecting and lubricating plant equipment and machinery in accordance with the maintenance schedule.
• Handles, transports and removes hazardous materials according to proper safety procedures.
• Supports operations, electrical, HVAC and Instrumentation departments as required.
• Provides information as required to complete computerized records of work required, work performed, materials used and costs, in a detailed and timely manner.

Requirements

• Maintenance and repair of pump systems.
• Mechanical maintenance and repair (engine, generator, automotive, building systems, etc.).
• Plumbing installation and repair.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED and a minimum of one-year related mechanical maintenance experience.
• In lieu of mechanical maintenance experience, candidates with:
• 2-years of high school Career and Technical Education in Automotive Technology or HVAC.
• 1-year Certificate in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) discipline.

Skills

• Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in plant maintenance.
• Familiarity with occupational hazards, accident prevention techniques, and personal protective equipment associated with mechanical work and hazardous chemicals.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and use precision measuring devices.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to read, understand and follow manufacturer’s service repair manuals and materials safety data sheets.
• Ability to operate heavy construction machinery and hand and power tools in a skillful and safe manner.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, contractors and the general public.

Benefits

This position is considered essential personnel by Fairfax Water. Essential personnel are required to report to work during emergencies and/or unusual situations (24-hours/7 days a week).

Pay

$49,432.86 - $80,982.72 yearly salary.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the facility and the position.