Mechanic-In-Training

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Possess a valid driver's license (State of New Mexico)

Preferred Qualifications

• Some trade school education or documented experience with an emphasis on electrical and mechanical equipment and metal fabrication
• Knowledge in the operation and maintenance of vehicles, equipment, pumps and equipment used in and around water/wastewater systems
• Ability to learn maintenance computer skills within 6 months
• Knowledge of combustion engines and electric motors and safety principles and practices
• POST probationary period
• Union position
• Benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• PTO accrual
• Paid Holidays
• Clothing/boot allowance

Responsibilities:

Performs a variety of tasks regarding preventive and corrective maintenance on water and/or wastewater treatment plants and related facilities' equipment on an assigned shift

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs and assists in the performance of preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical and electro-mechanical machinery and equipment
• Performs or assists in the replacement of bearings in motors, pumps or other equipment
• Tightens and adjusts chains
• Removes and installs new or existing equipment or machinery
• Operates hoists, lifts and machinery
• Chips and paints
• Operates emergency power generation equipment
• Performs plumbing and pipefitting tasks as required
• Assists in keeping maintenance records
• Maintains and operates computer maintenance management system as required
• Works safely and adheres to established safety procedures
• Follows written and oral instructions
• Ability to carry and respond to pages as requested by management
• Ability and willingness to work on-call shifts, as requested, including being fit and able to respond to call-ins in a timely manner
• Performs other duties as assigned