City of Pearland, TX
The City of Pearland, TX is seeking to hire a full-time Utility Mechanic to lead and improve aspects of the day-to-day operations of our Utilities - Lift Station division. Are you service-oriented? Could you excel a fast-paced environment? If so, you may be perfect for this position!
Utility Mechanic earns a competitive salary of $21.83-$23.63/hour based on experience and qualifications. Additionally, the city pays all premiums for our employees' dental, long-term disability protection, and life insurance plus the majority portion of the medical premium for employees and their dependents. We also offer a retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 employer match, life insurance, disability, access to the city's recreation fitness center, employee assistance program, educational assistance, 11 paid holidays and 2 designated paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, and an active wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health.
ABOUT THE CITY OF PEARLAND
Pearland is one of the fastest growing cities in Texas due to affordable housing, outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods, and superb quality of life. Ranked as one of the top ten safest cities in Texas. Pearland residents know their families are safe and secure in the community and surrounding areas. Our close proximity to Houston, just a short 20-minute drive to downtown, allows residents to experience all the city has to offer including professional sports, world-class cultural amenities, and recreation. A DAY IN THE LIFE AS THE UTILITY MECHANIC
Daily, inspects all plant equipment and maintains a log of inspections. Maintains, repairs, and replaces water treatment plant valves, motors, pumps, chemical feeders, chemical storage and sludge handling equipment, mixers, basins and associated parts and hardware. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to changing oil, greasing bearings, removing debris from the raw water intake, and assisting operators with cleaning basins. Troubleshoots mechanical malfunctions. Conducts regularly scheduled preventive maintenance on plant equipment. Generates requests for parts and equipment needed to carry out repairs and maintenance and other approved projects. Coordinates with outside contractors, engineers, and vendors on maintenance projects. REQUIREMENTS
Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent supplemented by specialized courses/training experience in the water industry or related field. Three (3) years' experience in fundamentals of pump and motor repair or closely related experience. Desired experience includes welding or facilities maintenance certifications. Experience with membrane filters is preferred.
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Pearland is one of the fastest growing cities in Texas due to affordable housing, outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods, and superb quality of life. Ranked as one of the top ten safest cities in Texas. Pearland residents know their families are safe and secure in the community and surrounding areas. Our close proximity to Houston, just a short 20-minute drive to downtown, allows residents to experience all the city has to offer including professional sports, world-class cultural amenities, and recreation. A DAY IN THE LIFE AS THE UTILITY MECHANIC
Daily, inspects all plant equipment and maintains a log of inspections. Maintains, repairs, and replaces water treatment plant valves, motors, pumps, chemical feeders, chemical storage and sludge handling equipment, mixers, basins and associated parts and hardware. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to changing oil, greasing bearings, removing debris from the raw water intake, and assisting operators with cleaning basins. Troubleshoots mechanical malfunctions. Conducts regularly scheduled preventive maintenance on plant equipment. Generates requests for parts and equipment needed to carry out repairs and maintenance and other approved projects. Coordinates with outside contractors, engineers, and vendors on maintenance projects. REQUIREMENTS
Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent supplemented by specialized courses/training experience in the water industry or related field. Three (3) years' experience in fundamentals of pump and motor repair or closely related experience. Desired experience includes welding or facilities maintenance certifications. Experience with membrane filters is preferred.
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