City of Fredericksburg

Lead Mechanic: Wastewater Treatment Plant

Wastewater Treatment Plant - City of Fredericksburg, VA - Full Time

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Lead Mechanic
Starting Salary Range: $50,896 - $55,985
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Job Summary: Join our team as a skilled Wastewater Treatment Plant Lead Mechanic. This position involves maintaining and repairing specialized plant machinery at our wastewater treatment facility, supporting Licensed Operators, and ensuring smooth plant operations.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Perform skilled mechanical work in the repair and maintenance of plant machinery.
  • Check, maintain, repair, and replace motors, pumps, line shafts, and other equipment.
  • Maintain preventative maintenance logs and records.
  • Prioritize and complete work orders and preventative maintenance tasks.
  • Communicate effectively with the Superintendent, Chief Operator, and Operators.
  • Train new maintenance hires as needed.
  • Use hand, bench, and machine tools for repair and maintenance tasks.
  • Operate equipment such as drill presses, grinders, and perform welding tasks.
  • Assist in drawing and pumping sludge, turning valves, and recirculating sludge.
  • Design and fabricate parts as required.
  • Research, order, and obtain necessary tools, equipment, and parts.
  • Maintain plant structures and grounds.
Minimum Requirements:
  • High school diploma or equivalent with vocational/technical training in plumbing, mechanical, and electrical repair.
  • Four (4) or more years of experience in mechanical maintenance, including sewage treatment plant maintenance.
  • Valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver's license.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Proficient in equipment repair and maintenance.
  • Understanding of relevant laws, ordinances, and safety precautions.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and maintain effective relationships.
  • Capable of implementing programs and reporting progress.
  • Problem-solving skills in a responsive environment.
  • Ability to perform advanced technical or scientific tasks.
  • Strong analytical and mathematical skills.
  • Ability to follow instructions and exercise independent judgment.
  • Skilled in equipment overhaul and restoration.
Physical Demands:
  • Ability to exert strong physical effort for heavy work.
  • Capable of lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 100 pounds.
  • Ability to perform tasks involving balancing, climbing, crawling, and other physical activities.
Join us to contribute to the efficient operation of our wastewater treatment plant and support our community's essential services. Apply today!

Position will remain open until filled.
 
The City of Fredericksburg provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
 
 City of Fredericksburg
Human Resources Department
715 Princess Anne Street
Fredericksburg, VA  22401
[email protected]
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