Water Resources Plant Mechanic I

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Starting Salary: $20.18–$22.09 (depending on experience)

This is a Safety Sensitive Position.

To increase your chances of being hired, please submit a resume, cover letter, or other document detailing your work history, experience, and qualifications. You can also fill out your Work History in this application.

About this Position

The Plant Mechanic I performs work of a mechanical and manual nature involving preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance and/or operation of water and wastewater treatment and sewage pumping equipment. Plant maintenance mechanics must be able to work flexible hours and be on 24/7 callback at least one week a month.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance procedures on various equipment
• Document maintenance efforts, including the materials and supplies used
• Perform general housekeeping tasks, including painting equipment and appurtenances
• Maintain inventory of parts, tools, and supplies, and order more as needed
• Perform corrective maintenance procedures on equipment
• Develop and track equipment use schedule and rotate mechanical equipment as necessary
• Work with in-house and external service providers, contractors, and vendors for major maintenance
• Perform or assist with specialized projects as delegated by the supervisor
• Obtain a Class "B" Oklahoma Commercial Driver's License within one (1) year
• Obtain the following water and wastewater operator licenses:
  • temporary license within 10 days
  • Class "D" license within one (1) year
  • Class "C" license within two (2) years

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 2 years of experience and/or training
  • Or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Wastewater Works Operator "B" license and Water Works Operator "B" license (preferred)
• Valid Oklahoma Driver's License and a driving record acceptable to the City's insurance carrier

Necessary Skills

• Strong mathematical ability
• Strong written/verbal communication skills
• Ability to perform standby and callback duties
• Availability for on-call status during off duty hours (on 24/7 callback at least one week per month)
• Ability to meet the required physical standards for this position
• Ability to pass extensive background process and pre-employment drug test, hearing test, and pulmonary functioning test (for use of a respirator)

Benefits

• Generous benefits package including health, vision, and dental insurance
• Access to a dedicated primary care medical clinic at no cost to employees and covered dependents
• Generous time off, paid holidays, longevity rewards, and retirement benefits
• Paid parental leave
• Potential for bilingual pay
• A tangible impact to the Water Resources department and residents in the City of Edmond
• A dynamic and inclusive environment where your contributions are valued

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED.

The City of Edmond is an equal opportunity employer. Edmond does not discriminate against employees and/or potential employees. Adverse action based upon an applicant’s and/or employee’s race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national origin, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and military service is expressly prohibited. No decision affecting the terms, conditions and/or benefits of employment with the City of Edmond is based upon an individual’s membership in any of the aforementioned protected classes.

Salary : $20 - $22