Pinellas County Government
Industrial Wastewater Mechanic
Pinellas County Government, St. Petersburg, Florida, United States, 33739
Position Overview
Electrical/Mechanical Technician 1 (Industrial Wastewater Mechanic)
An entry‑level position that leads to a fully certified electrical‑mechanical technician. Perform electrical and mechanical maintenance on industrial water, wastewater treatment equipment, pumping stations, and related machinery.
Location: South Cross Bayou, WWTP, 7401 54th Avenue North, St. Petersburg, FL 33709.
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday; 6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
What Will You Do?
Repair and maintain various types of equipment related to wastewater and water treatment facilities.
Troubleshoot mechanical equipment such as pumps, motors, gearboxes, turbines, compressors, generators, chemical feed systems; control panels.
Perform electrical troubleshooting and repair on supply and control components.
Perform welding and fabrication of equipment.
Repair metal/PVC piping and fittings.
Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on process equipment.
Generate Order Requests for material purchase.
Work with spreadsheet applications to generate equipment reports.
Work various hours or shifts as needed or assigned.
Utilize work management system to produce spreadsheet applications and equipment reports.
Daily use of various software applications to perform job duties.
What Do You Need?
Completion of a two‑year technical or vocational program in mechanical or electrical trades in Wastewater Treatment Plant Maintenance; or
2 years of journeyman experience in the maintenance and repair of heavy mechanical equipment and machinery in Wastewater Treatment Plant Maintenance; or
An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
Possession and maintenance of a valid State of Florida Commercial Driver License within 6 months of hire with eligibility based upon evaluation of a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) driving report.
Ability to work a variety of scheduled periods, including compulsory work in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations.
Ability to perform Standby rotation and after‑hour call‑out duties required for field operations and emergency events.
Participation in mandatory Emergency Response Plan Phase 1 or Phase 2 as delineated.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to follow blueprints, P & ID, and process diagrams.
Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Affordable medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and more that meet the needs of you and your family.
Florida Retirement System (FRS): Secure your financial future with a robust retirement plan.
Generous leave time: Take advantage of time off to recharge and enjoy life outside of work.
Wellness Program: Access to county gyms 24/7 and wellness programs.
Deferred compensation: Build your savings and plan for the future with flexible deferred compensation options tailored to your financial goals.
To learn more, see What We Offer.
Additional Information Review the full classification description with the Physical/Mental Demands and Working Conditions at the link below.
Job Details
Seniority level:
Associate
Employment type:
Full‑time
Job function:
Other
Industry:
Government Administration
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An entry‑level position that leads to a fully certified electrical‑mechanical technician. Perform electrical and mechanical maintenance on industrial water, wastewater treatment equipment, pumping stations, and related machinery.
Location: South Cross Bayou, WWTP, 7401 54th Avenue North, St. Petersburg, FL 33709.
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday; 6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
What Will You Do?
Repair and maintain various types of equipment related to wastewater and water treatment facilities.
Troubleshoot mechanical equipment such as pumps, motors, gearboxes, turbines, compressors, generators, chemical feed systems; control panels.
Perform electrical troubleshooting and repair on supply and control components.
Perform welding and fabrication of equipment.
Repair metal/PVC piping and fittings.
Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on process equipment.
Generate Order Requests for material purchase.
Work with spreadsheet applications to generate equipment reports.
Work various hours or shifts as needed or assigned.
Utilize work management system to produce spreadsheet applications and equipment reports.
Daily use of various software applications to perform job duties.
What Do You Need?
Completion of a two‑year technical or vocational program in mechanical or electrical trades in Wastewater Treatment Plant Maintenance; or
2 years of journeyman experience in the maintenance and repair of heavy mechanical equipment and machinery in Wastewater Treatment Plant Maintenance; or
An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
Possession and maintenance of a valid State of Florida Commercial Driver License within 6 months of hire with eligibility based upon evaluation of a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) driving report.
Ability to work a variety of scheduled periods, including compulsory work in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations.
Ability to perform Standby rotation and after‑hour call‑out duties required for field operations and emergency events.
Participation in mandatory Emergency Response Plan Phase 1 or Phase 2 as delineated.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to follow blueprints, P & ID, and process diagrams.
Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Affordable medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and more that meet the needs of you and your family.
Florida Retirement System (FRS): Secure your financial future with a robust retirement plan.
Generous leave time: Take advantage of time off to recharge and enjoy life outside of work.
Wellness Program: Access to county gyms 24/7 and wellness programs.
Deferred compensation: Build your savings and plan for the future with flexible deferred compensation options tailored to your financial goals.
To learn more, see What We Offer.
Additional Information Review the full classification description with the Physical/Mental Demands and Working Conditions at the link below.
Job Details
Seniority level:
Associate
Employment type:
Full‑time
Job function:
Other
Industry:
Government Administration
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