Senior Water & Sewer Maintenance Mechanic - Lift Station

Salary : $47,254.00 Annually

Location : Savannah, GA

Job Type : Full-Time Permanent

Job Number : 2502311

Department : Conveyance & Distribution

Opening Date : 02 / 11 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 23 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Purpose

CDL Enhancement : Additional $10,000.00

This position provides skilled work of more than average difficulty in the installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical equipment used in water and wastewater treatment plants

Essential Job Functions

• Operates and maintains lift stations; troubleshoots control panels; replaces and repairs electronic circuit components and parts.
• Maintains records and data on the maintenance and repair of lift stations.
• Maintains station appearance; maintains station grounds.
• Operates and maintains assigned vehicles, equipment, and tools.
• Maintains diesel generators.
• Inspects and monitors SCADA and MISSIONS RTU.
• Responds to after-hour emergencies.
• Transports and connects portable generators during power outages.
• Performs skilled repair of submersible sewer pumps and associated equipment.
• Performs torch cutting and welding tasks; performs basic electrical tasks; reads blueprints and diagrams.
• Maintains station force main pipe installation; maintains and records release valve data.
• Obtains water samples; manages technical and field aspects of odor control.
• Performs flow data tests.
• Prioritizes, plans, and directs personnel in daily work activities.
• Maintains, diagnoses problems, and corrects problems at various lift stations. Use a crane truck to pull pumps and correct problems when necessary.
• May direct the work of all crew members, including training, guidance, and counseling, to ensure their safety and welfare in the performance of their duties.
• Completes and submits reports of work activities.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED equivalent with four (4) years of experience in mechanical maintenance and repair of water / wastewater treatment plants, heavy-duty pumping, and auxiliary power equipment; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Must possess and maintain a valid state class B driver's license with an acceptable driving history.

Work Location : 230 Agonic Road Work Hours : 7 am - 3 : 30 pm

Additional Requirements :

Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post-offer / pre-employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment

Additional Information

Knowledge of city and department policies and procedures.

Knowledge of wastewater treatment plant equipment, operations, and processes.

Knowledge of maintenance techniques for a variety of mechanical and electrical systems.

Skill in welding and fabricating parts.

Skill in operating light and heavy equipment.

Skill in using hand, hydraulic, and pneumatic tools.

Skill in reading blueprints.

Skill in repairing and maintaining a variety of pumps and equipment.

Skill in oral and written communication

CITY OF SAVANNAH EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Overview of Benefits

Paid Holiday

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Defined Benefit Retirement Pension Plan

Protective Services Retirement Plan (select positions)

Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan

Retirement Seminars

PPO Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Health & Wellness Incentives

Long Term Disability

Excellence and Service Recognition

Employee Development and In-Service Training

Educational Assistance Program

Uniform Allowance (select positions)

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts and Memberships

Employee Relations

Direct Deposit

Credit Union

Pretax Parking Deductions

Employer Assisted Home Purchase Program

Domestic Partnership Benefits

Healthcare

PPO Medical Plus Plan

PPO Medical Basic Plan

Dental Plus Plan

Dental Basic Plan

Vision Service Plan

Life Insurance

Basic Life and ADD

Supplemental Life Employee

Supplemental Life Spouse

Supplemental Life Child

Benefits costs are paid by the City of Savannah, by the employee or shared by both the City and the employee.

Do you have a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License with an acceptable driving history?

Do you have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent plus four (4) years of experience in mechanical maintenance and repair of water / wastewater treatment plants, heavy-duty pumping, and auxiliary power equipment?

Supplemental Question 1 Describe your experience in mechanical maintenance and repair of water / wastewater treatment plants, heavy-duty pumping, and auxiliary power equipment. (The name of the employer where this experience was obtained must be included in the Work History section of the application).

Supplemental Question 2 Describe your experience installing, servicing, maintaining and repairing pumps, motors, chlorinators, and other machinery and equipment. (The name of the employer where this experience was obtained must be included in the Work History section of the application).

Supplemental Question 3 Indicate the type of equipment you have operated and how many years of experience you have operated the equipment.

Required Question

Salary : $47,254