Journey Level Mechanic - Lift Station (North Side Operations Center)

Salary : $48,672.00 - $83,512.00 Annually
Location : San Antonio, TX
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2025-00214
Department: Treatment Operations
Opening Date: 07/25/2025
Closing Date: 8/10/2025 11:59 PM Central
Grade 17 - Starting hourly rate: $23.40. Rate of pay depends on qualifications.
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Journey Level Mechanic - Lift Station is responsible for the intermediate level maintenance and complex repair of equipment and facilities. This Position will support multiple facilities with varying processes, equipment and functional requirements.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Troubleshoots, diagnoses and resolves intermediate level maintenance and complex repair of wastewater facility machinery, piping and equipment problems.
• Performs preventative and corrective maintenance duties.
• Develops and submits technical specifications for repair parts and equipment.
• Tracks and records information required in work order documents.
• Creates reports with and enters data into the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) and uses Microsoft Office.
• Performs intermediate level diagnostic tests to resolve routine to complex problems.
• Repairs plant machinery and equipment, using hoists, jacks, hand tools, welding equipment, ladders, confined space equipment, PPE, squares, rulers, micrometers, and other tools.
• Dismantles, constructs, fabricates, and assembles various components of facilities, industrial machinery or equipment.
• Performs confined space entries in hazardous environments.
• Participates in planning efforts such as safety committees, work planning groups, and special project teams.
• Coordinates with all organizational groups, crafts, and operational staff.
• Trains and mentors other employees.
• Leads work teams as required.
• Monitors mechanical equipment and makes functional adjustments.
• Cleans and lubricates machinery and equipment according to specifications.
• Identifies parts with specifications and order replacements.
• Furnishes mechanical recommendation when ordering new parts, machinery and equipment.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of other maintenance crafts.
• Promotes and practices a safe working environment in an industrial setting.
• Applies intermediate to advanced principles of mechanical maintenance and industrial safety.
• Reads O & M manuals, as-built drawings, block maps, schematics, and construction plans.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationship and public relations.
• May operate a forklift, powered vertical lifting equipment, utility truck, crane, combination unit, vacuum truck tanker or other heavy equipment.
• Performs work in accordance with TCEQ, OSHA and other applicable government regulations.
• Evaluates construction drawings and makes recommendations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

DECISION MAKING

• Receives general supervision.
• May refer highly complex issues to higher levels.
• Acts as a team leader.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High School diploma or a General Education Development (GED) Certificate.
• Four years' experience performing repairs and maintenance in the mechanical trade.
• Ability to report to work on time, maintain a good attendance record, and work all designated work schedules.
• Valid Class "CDL-A" Texas Driver's License with Tanker endorsements or obtain within 90 days.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Class "II" Wastewater Collections License or TCEQ Class "C" Wastewater Treatment Operator License.

JOB DIMENSIONS

• Ability to apply intermediate math and measurement principles.
• Ability to utilize a personal computer and associated software programs.
• Ability to proficiently use materials, tools, and equipment commonly used in mechanical maintenance or repair of industrial facilities.
• Ability to complete required SAWS coordinated training after hire on Confined space, HAZMAT Awareness, Lock Out Tag Out, Supervising for Safety, Fit Testing, Electrical Safety, and other certifications as required.
• Ability to enter and maintain information in the computerized maintenance management system.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers, contractors and vendors.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical requirements include lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds occasionally and pushing/pulling a maximum force of 105 pounds. Subject to standing, sitting, walking, climbing, bending, crawling, squatting, kneeling and working in cramped and strained positions for extended periods of time to perform job scope.
Working conditions are primarily outside with frequent exposure to inclement weather; wastewater; mechanical, electrical, chemical and confined space hazards; offensive fumes; excessive noise; heavy traffic; deep excavations; and animals, snakes and poisonous insects. May be required to comply with requirements as specified in applicable regulations for personal protective equipment, including clearance for use of respiratory protection and other associated protective equipment. Operates company vehicle on a daily basis.
May be required to work hours other than regular daytime schedules such as shift work, nights, weekends, and holidays.
San Antonio Water System values the contributions of all its employees, providing them the best in compensation and benefits. The benefits package is designed to attract and retain a workforce of qualified employees who share a responsibility in providing quality water to 1 million consumers.
From an affordable medical and dental plan to life-sustaining retirement and insurance plans, we offer benefits that reward employees for their commitment to a challenging career at SAWS. Employee benefits include the following:

• Competitive, market-based salaries
• Performance-based incentives
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Life insurance
• Prescription drug program
• Vision care plan
• Two retirement plans
• Deferred compensation plans (457 plan)
• Disability income
• Paid leave (vacation, sick, personal)
• Education assistance program
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible, tax-deferred health and dependent care spending accounts
• Wellness programs
• On-Site Fitness Facilities
• Community service opportunities

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01
*Which best describes your highest level of education?

• I do NOT have a High School Diploma/GED
• I have a High School Diploma or GED
• I have some college hours (less than 60 credits)
• I have an Associate's Degree or equivalent amount of credits (60 credits or more)
• I have a Bachelor's Degree
• I have a Master's Degree
• I have a Doctorate's Degree
• I have a Juris Doctorate

02
*If you attended college, indicate college hours completed, degree type, and major.
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Journey Level Mechanic - How many years of experience do you have performing repairs and maintenance in the mechanical trade?

• No experience
• Less than 4 years of experience
• 4 or more years of experience

04
Journey Level Mechanic - In detail, please describe the type of work and approach you performed with preventive maintenance and repairs of pumps, valves, tanks and water disinfection equipment. Include job titles and dates you have performed these duties. If no experience, enter N/A.
05
Journey Level Mechanic - In detail, please describe the type of work and approach you have performed with repairs and maintenance in the mechanical trade. If no experience, enter N/A.
06
*Do you have a valid Texas driver's license? If so, what type of driver's license do you have?

• Class C
• Class CDL - B
• Class CDL - B w/Tanker
• Class CDL - B w/Tanker Hazardous Material
• Class CDL - A
• Class CDL A - w/Tanker
• Class CDL A - w/Tanker Hazardous Material
• Class CDL A - Combination N and X
• I do not have a valid driver's license.
• I have a valid driver's license from another state.

07
*Are you a current SAWS employee (part-time, full-time, intern, temporary, or contract)?

• Part-time Employee
• Full-Time Employee
• Internship Program Employee
• Temporary Agency Employee
• Contract Employee
• Not Applicable

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