Operational Technical Services · 1 day ago
Maintenance Mechanic
Manatee County, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$21.82/hr - $37.09/hr
1+ years expOperational Technical Services (OTS) is one of the fastest growing private water and wastewater utility staffing providers in the country. The Utilities Maintenance Mechanic will perform a wide range of skilled labor-intensive work in the maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment in water and wastewater facilities.
Staffing & Recruiting
No H1B
Hiring Manager
Mark Buntich
Responsibilities
Performs routine to complex repairs, replacement tasks and construction projects to mechanical equipment for water treatment, wastewater treatment, distribution, collection, and reuse facilities
Cleans, inspects and maintains lift stations and water/wastewater facilities and equipment, e.g.; lubricates motors and equipment, replaces packing in pumps and valves, replaces wiring and bearings in motors and pumps
Performs routine preventative maintenance of mechanical collection and conveyance systems and electrical systems
Performs inspection of facilities and equipment to identify existing or potential problems; informs Supervisor and/or Superintendent of breakdown or obstruction
Operates a variety of hand and power tools for both electrical and mechanical repairs, e.g., air wrenches, air hammer, electric drill, saw, air compressor
Assists in the development and integration of policies and procedures for operational enhancement
Perform duties as assigned through work orders
Operate necessary equipment needed to accomplish daily job duties
Keep basic records; perform computer data entry
Qualification
Required
Must possess a Florida state-approved Utilities Maintenance Level I, II or III Certification prior to assignment to position
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Vocational training/certification with major coursework in electrical, mechanical and/or plumbing
At least one (1) year prior experience as Mechanic Trainee or equivalent in utilities maintenance and repair
Good driving record and valid Florida driver's license
Knowledge of safe work techniques and practices used in mechanical repair and maintenance
General knowledge of electricity as related to mechanical equipment and facilities
Skill in inspecting machinery and mechanical equipment and to detect and identify apparatus malfunctions
Knowledge of all functions relevant to the operation of pumps
Ability to operate various handheld tools and repair equipment, e.g., wrenches, pipe fitting tools, power drill, grinder, band saw, ventilating blower, saws, air-compressors
Ability to operate various heavy equipment and machinery, e.g., utility vehicles, crane hoist, forklift, backhoe
Ability to operate basic office equipment, e.g., computer terminals, printers, copy machines, telephone systems, facsimile machines
Ability to make independent judgments and decisions
Knowledge of materials used in the construction and maintenance of water and wastewater facilities, water distribution and wastewater collection systems
Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with employees and the public
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Ability to work in close, confined spaces, walk, stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk, hear, reach above shoulders, work overhead on ladders and platforms, use fingers and hands with dexterity, and feel and reach with hands and arms
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift up to 80 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus
Candidates must consent to and pass a background check and drug screening as part of the hiring process
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Benefits
Great benefits
Company
Operational Technical Services
Operational Technical Services (OTS) is a specialty staffing and consulting firm for the Cyber Security, Public Works, Engineering, and Industrial Controls Industries.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Colter Andersen
Chief Revenue Officer (CRO)
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