Utilities Plant Mechanic
100 East First Street Winston-Salem, NC 27101 US
Job Description
The Resource is hiring a Utilities Plant Mechanic for our client in Winston-Salem, NC! This is a permanent, Direct-Hire opportunity that offers a pay rate of $21.09, and has a 1st shift schedule (6:00am-3:00pm). The Utilities Plant Mechanic would be responsible for the maintenance, repair and replacement of machinery and equipment in water or wastewater treatment plants and does related work as required. Ideal candidates for this role should have general knowledge of the installation, repair and maintenance of the mechanical, hydraulic and electrical components of water and wastewater treatment and pump station equipment. If you're ready to take on a new role to advance your career, apply today!
Responsibilities:
- Maintains, repairs, dismantles and overhauls varied plant equipment such as bar screens, grit collectors, conveyors, mechanical grinders, pumps, engines and blowers, gas and air compressors, ventilation systems and chlorinators
- Performs complete overhaul of treatment plant machinery and equipment, including chlorinators, evaporators, chemical feeders, conveyors and pumps of all types
- Maintains large filters involving adjusting and installing control valves and units; replaces high pressure steam lines and works on return lines and installs valves
- Makes major and minor repairs to water mains and pumps sewage treatment plant on a relief basis or as needed; may be required to operate a treatment plant
Qualifications:
- Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma and considerable mechanical maintenance including the repair and maintenance of water or wastewater treatment and pumping equipment
- General knowledge of the installation, repair and maintenance of the mechanical, hydraulic and electrical components of water and wastewater treatment and pump station equipment
- Thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions of the work; skill in the use and care of tools of the trade
- Ability to determine improper operation of water and wastewater pumping and treatment equipment, and to take proper remedial action; ability to follow oral and written directions; ability to supervise the work of skilled helpers
- Ability to work under adverse conditions
- Possession of a valid North Carolina Class B Commercial Drivers License or ability to acquire one within 6 months
- On call work required
Benefits:
- 401a Contribution (employee match not required)
- Bus Pass Program
- Education Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Suggestion Program
- Family and Medical Leave
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Group Health Insurance
- Group Dental Insurance
- Jury Duty Leave
- Life/Accidental Death Insurance
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Military Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Promotion from Within
- Retirement/Pension Plan (State of NC)
- School Leave
- Shared Leave
- Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Sick Leave
- Training
- Vacation Leave
- Wellness Program
Submit your application or resume online, or in person at 1292 S. Stratford Rd. Winston-Salem, to be considered for this position. For more information, Call/Text our office at 336.896.1000
