City of Savannah, GA
Sr. Water & Sewer Maintenance Mechanic-I &D Plant
City of Savannah, GA, Port Wentworth, Georgia, United States
Salary:
$50,881.00 Annually Location :
Port Wentworth, GA Job Type:
Full-Time Permanent Job Number:
2502734 Department:
Water Resources Department Division:
Industrial & Domestic Water Plant Division Opening Date:
10/24/2025 Closing Date:
11/2/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Purpose Salary Range: $50,881.00 - $63,601.00
salary range based on expertise and experience This position provides skilled work of more than average difficulty in the installation, maintenance and repair mechanical equipment used in the water and wastewater treatment plants.
Essential Job Functions
Regularly inspects all mechanical equipment, evaluates performance and makes recommendations to the assigned supervisor as to maintenance and repair requirements. Installs, services, maintains and repairs pumps, motors, chlorinators, and other machinery and equipment. Maintains, diagnose problems, and correct problems at various lift stations. Use crane truck to pull pumps and correct problem when necessary. Operates and cares for power tools in maintaining, fabricating, and repairing parts of equipment; operates large mobile equipment such as a boom truck, a forklift, a hoist or a crane, when assigned. Modifies existing equipment as needed to improve plant operations; installs new pumps and equipment. Designs handrails, foot bridges, and piping systems. Orders parts and supplies. Operates heavy equipment. Repairs hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Maintains diesel generators. Inspects and troubleshoots telephone lines and SCADA systems. Changes chlorine containers weekly; performs specialized maintenance and repairs on liquid chlorine systems, including chlorinators, evaporators, and vacuum regulators. Cleans chemical solution tanks and piping. Performs maintenance and repairs on Trac-Vac system, changes boots, fittings, hoses, and control valves. Performs specialized welding, burning, cutting, and fabrication. Changes out gas bottles and supplies meter stations with spares. Performs general and specialized maintenance and repairs on sludge de-watering facility including centrifuge, polymer pump, and piping. 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 C driver's license with an acceptable driving history. 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. 01
Do you have a high school diploma or GED?
Yes No
02
Do you hold a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history?
Yes No
03
How many years of experience do you have with mechanical maintenance and repair of water/wastewater treatment plants? Required Question
$50,881.00 Annually Location :
Port Wentworth, GA Job Type:
Full-Time Permanent Job Number:
2502734 Department:
Water Resources Department Division:
Industrial & Domestic Water Plant Division Opening Date:
10/24/2025 Closing Date:
11/2/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Purpose Salary Range: $50,881.00 - $63,601.00
salary range based on expertise and experience This position provides skilled work of more than average difficulty in the installation, maintenance and repair mechanical equipment used in the water and wastewater treatment plants.
Essential Job Functions
Regularly inspects all mechanical equipment, evaluates performance and makes recommendations to the assigned supervisor as to maintenance and repair requirements. Installs, services, maintains and repairs pumps, motors, chlorinators, and other machinery and equipment. Maintains, diagnose problems, and correct problems at various lift stations. Use crane truck to pull pumps and correct problem when necessary. Operates and cares for power tools in maintaining, fabricating, and repairing parts of equipment; operates large mobile equipment such as a boom truck, a forklift, a hoist or a crane, when assigned. Modifies existing equipment as needed to improve plant operations; installs new pumps and equipment. Designs handrails, foot bridges, and piping systems. Orders parts and supplies. Operates heavy equipment. Repairs hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Maintains diesel generators. Inspects and troubleshoots telephone lines and SCADA systems. Changes chlorine containers weekly; performs specialized maintenance and repairs on liquid chlorine systems, including chlorinators, evaporators, and vacuum regulators. Cleans chemical solution tanks and piping. Performs maintenance and repairs on Trac-Vac system, changes boots, fittings, hoses, and control valves. Performs specialized welding, burning, cutting, and fabrication. Changes out gas bottles and supplies meter stations with spares. Performs general and specialized maintenance and repairs on sludge de-watering facility including centrifuge, polymer pump, and piping. 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 C driver's license with an acceptable driving history. 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. 01
Do you have a high school diploma or GED?
Yes No
02
Do you hold a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history?
Yes No
03
How many years of experience do you have with mechanical maintenance and repair of water/wastewater treatment plants? Required Question