Trinity River Authority of Texas
Maintenance Mechanic II
Trinity River Authority of Texas, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
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Position Summary
– This position performs skilled maintenance work, including inspection, troubleshooting, and assisting in the repair of buildings, machines, vehicles, and various types of equipment, such as chemical equipment located at water/wastewater treatment plants or pump stations. An individual is expected to identify and remedy problems using independent judgment.
Routinely performs preventative and corrective maintenance and repair to existing buildings, machinery, and equipment. Work may include large centrifugal pumps, mixing equipment, conveying systems, screening equipment, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, raw water pumps, digester boilers, remote control valves, and elevated storage tank equipment.
Performs general maintenance to grounds including mowing, edging, weeding, digging, and operation of related equipment. May perform general housekeeping and a wide variety of janitorial services as required or directed.
Performs industrial maintenance duties such as rough carpentry, painting, pipefitting, plumbing, and welding. May operate related equipment such as forklifts, backhoes, sewer cleaning trucks, crane trucks, and other industry‑related equipment.
Reads and understands system drawings and schematics with minimal supervision.
Maintains thorough and complete process records and logs. Utilizes computer applications and software, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, etc.), GIS, computerized maintenance management systems, enterprise software, and cloud‑based file sharing services such as SharePoint.
Observes all safety guidelines and security measures established by the Authority. Provides operational, technical, and safety training to more junior maintenance mechanics.
Conveys and receives information in written and verbal forms. Maintains good communication with supervisors, coworkers, and other departments.
Responds to various emergency situations, including after‑hours, as directed by supervisor.
Participates in an emergency on‑call program when required.
Uses an Air Respirator/SCBA when required by assignment.
Assists in the safe handling and unloading of chemicals in the plant.
Classified as essential personnel: required to report to work when scheduled during departmental or emergency situations, including inclement weather that may impede travel. This position is essential because the plant cannot operate safely without sufficient personnel.
Work Leadership Responsibilities Regularly leads the work of junior maintenance mechanics.
Financial Responsibility May order cleaning supplies, equipment parts, building materials, and departmental equipment as approved by supervisor. May create purchase requisitions and work orders for approval by supervisor or manager.
Qualifications Education
– High school diploma or GED.
Experience
– Two years of experience in industrial maintenance, vehicle repair, and construction, including specific experience in mechanical applications such as hydraulic, power transmission equipment, pump maintenance, pipe fitting, pneumatics, lubrication, and shaft alignment techniques. Heavy equipment operation is a plus.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
– Valid Texas driver’s license; commercial driver’s license preferred. Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (or predecessor agency) Class C Water or Wastewater Operators Certificate of Competency as required (if applicable). Water‑Surface Water Treatment Operator “C” License (required within 3 years of hire date, if applicable).
Knowledge
– Considerable knowledge of mechanics, plumbing, underground piping installations, light carpentry, fleet and vehicle repair, welding, hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Basic mathematical functions and basic computer skills.
Skills and Abilities
– Comprehend and carry out written and oral instruction. Read operation and maintenance manuals, safety‑related materials, schematics, blueprints, and safety data sheets.
Guidance Received
– Receives regular instructions and chooses between a range of procedures. Follows established procedures, work methods, and direct instructions. Has some flexibility about the sequence of work; issues outside specific instructions and procedures are referred to supervisor or a more senior position.
Physical Demands Requires passing a physical and physical ability assessment specific to this position.
Working Conditions Exposure to extreme weather, odor, noise, chemical hazards, gases and dust; standing for prolonged periods; walking up and down several flights of stairs; climbing and descending ladders; working at heights; working in tight or confined spaces.
Tools and Equipment Used Hand and power tools including drill press and lathe, welding equipment, mowing equipment, tractor, backhoe, crane, pickup truck, vac‑con truck, flatbed truck, emergency lighting equipment, safety equipment, PPE, and boom truck.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
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Maintenance Mechanic II
role at
Trinity River Authority of Texas .
Position Summary
– This position performs skilled maintenance work, including inspection, troubleshooting, and assisting in the repair of buildings, machines, vehicles, and various types of equipment, such as chemical equipment located at water/wastewater treatment plants or pump stations. An individual is expected to identify and remedy problems using independent judgment.
Routinely performs preventative and corrective maintenance and repair to existing buildings, machinery, and equipment. Work may include large centrifugal pumps, mixing equipment, conveying systems, screening equipment, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, raw water pumps, digester boilers, remote control valves, and elevated storage tank equipment.
Performs general maintenance to grounds including mowing, edging, weeding, digging, and operation of related equipment. May perform general housekeeping and a wide variety of janitorial services as required or directed.
Performs industrial maintenance duties such as rough carpentry, painting, pipefitting, plumbing, and welding. May operate related equipment such as forklifts, backhoes, sewer cleaning trucks, crane trucks, and other industry‑related equipment.
Reads and understands system drawings and schematics with minimal supervision.
Maintains thorough and complete process records and logs. Utilizes computer applications and software, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, etc.), GIS, computerized maintenance management systems, enterprise software, and cloud‑based file sharing services such as SharePoint.
Observes all safety guidelines and security measures established by the Authority. Provides operational, technical, and safety training to more junior maintenance mechanics.
Conveys and receives information in written and verbal forms. Maintains good communication with supervisors, coworkers, and other departments.
Responds to various emergency situations, including after‑hours, as directed by supervisor.
Participates in an emergency on‑call program when required.
Uses an Air Respirator/SCBA when required by assignment.
Assists in the safe handling and unloading of chemicals in the plant.
Classified as essential personnel: required to report to work when scheduled during departmental or emergency situations, including inclement weather that may impede travel. This position is essential because the plant cannot operate safely without sufficient personnel.
Work Leadership Responsibilities Regularly leads the work of junior maintenance mechanics.
Financial Responsibility May order cleaning supplies, equipment parts, building materials, and departmental equipment as approved by supervisor. May create purchase requisitions and work orders for approval by supervisor or manager.
Qualifications Education
– High school diploma or GED.
Experience
– Two years of experience in industrial maintenance, vehicle repair, and construction, including specific experience in mechanical applications such as hydraulic, power transmission equipment, pump maintenance, pipe fitting, pneumatics, lubrication, and shaft alignment techniques. Heavy equipment operation is a plus.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
– Valid Texas driver’s license; commercial driver’s license preferred. Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (or predecessor agency) Class C Water or Wastewater Operators Certificate of Competency as required (if applicable). Water‑Surface Water Treatment Operator “C” License (required within 3 years of hire date, if applicable).
Knowledge
– Considerable knowledge of mechanics, plumbing, underground piping installations, light carpentry, fleet and vehicle repair, welding, hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Basic mathematical functions and basic computer skills.
Skills and Abilities
– Comprehend and carry out written and oral instruction. Read operation and maintenance manuals, safety‑related materials, schematics, blueprints, and safety data sheets.
Guidance Received
– Receives regular instructions and chooses between a range of procedures. Follows established procedures, work methods, and direct instructions. Has some flexibility about the sequence of work; issues outside specific instructions and procedures are referred to supervisor or a more senior position.
Physical Demands Requires passing a physical and physical ability assessment specific to this position.
Working Conditions Exposure to extreme weather, odor, noise, chemical hazards, gases and dust; standing for prolonged periods; walking up and down several flights of stairs; climbing and descending ladders; working at heights; working in tight or confined spaces.
Tools and Equipment Used Hand and power tools including drill press and lathe, welding equipment, mowing equipment, tractor, backhoe, crane, pickup truck, vac‑con truck, flatbed truck, emergency lighting equipment, safety equipment, PPE, and boom truck.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
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