Mechanic - Baton Rouge, LA

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Are you looking to start a hands-on career with purpose, or bring your mechanical expertise to a team that makes a difference every day? Join us as a Wastewater Treatment Plant Mechanic and play a critical role in maintaining the equipment and infrastructure that protect public health, the environment and that serves our community, the City of Baton Rouge and the Parish of East Baton Rouge, LA.

This rewarding position offers the opportunity to work on a wide variety of mechanical systems, including pumps, motors, blowers, generators, conveyors, and treatment process equipment. As a key member of our team, you will help ensure reliable wastewater treatment services for the community while developing valuable technical skills and advancing your career. If you take pride in quality workmanship, enjoy troubleshooting complex equipment, and want to make a meaningful impact every day, we encourage you to apply.

The work of a Wastewater Treatment Plant Mechanic directly supports the continuous operation of equipment that protects waterways, public health, and the quality of life in our community. Your expertise and craftsmanship help ensure essential services remain reliable, efficient, and compliant. This is more than a maintenance position. It is an opportunity to build a meaningful career, apply advanced mechanical skills, and be part of a team dedicated to serving the public every day.

• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical equipment used in wastewater treatment and collection systems.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance activities to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Repair and rebuild pumps, motors, gearboxes, valves, compressors, blowers, conveyors, and related equipment.
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions and determine effective corrective actions using sound mechanical practices.
• Perform equipment alignments, bearing replacements, lubrication, and other maintenance tasks to ensure optimal performance.
• Assist with the installation, startup, and commissioning of new equipment and facility improvements.
• Inspect facilities and equipment to identify potential maintenance issues before they impact operations.
• Read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, schematics, and equipment drawings.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and inventory documentation.
• Coordinate with operators, electricians, supervisors, and contractors to complete maintenance activities safely and efficiently.
• Utilize computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to document work and track equipment history.
• Support emergency repairs and respond to equipment failures as needed to maintain uninterrupted plant operations.
• Adhere to all safety policies, procedures, and regulations, including lockout/tagout and confined space entry requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment throughout the facility.
• Participate in training, certification programs, and professional development opportunities.
• Contribute ideas and solutions that improve equipment reliability, maintenance effectiveness, and overall plant performance.
• Assist with special projects, facility upgrades, and capital improvement initiatives as assigned.

As an essential function of the position and as a business necessity, this role requires regular travel by motor vehicle to client sites, project locations, and other work-related destinations in connection with the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities. Accordingly, a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required for this position. The OMFS business uses Telematics & Dash Cameras with our fleet of vehicles and all new hires will require a Telematics acknowledgement to be signed.

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