Industrial Mechanic

Put your mechanical skills to work maintaining the complex equipment that keeps Boise’s water renewal facilities running. Troubleshoot, repair, rebuild and install industrial equipment while applying skills in welding, fabrication, machining and mechanical maintenance.
We’re hiring three positions, with opportunities available at either the West Boise or Lander Street Water Renewal Facility, working four 10-hour shifts each week.

• High school diploma or equivalent and
• 2 years of experience troubleshooting, repairing, rebuilding, installing, fitting pipe, plumbing and fabricating in a maintenance or industrial setting,
• or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

• Valid state-issued driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain a Wastewater Treatment Operator Class I certificate or Operator in Training (OIT) within six months of employment.

To ensure internal equity and alignment with the approved budget for this position, offers are made within the posted hiring range. Although the hiring range is fixed, employees receive an exceptional benefits and total rewards package that enhances the overall value of employment with the City of Boise.

The benefits are real and among the best in the Treasure Valley:

• 100% Employer paid medical coverage for you and your family.
• PERSI retirement (11.96% Employer Contribution) plus employer-matched 401(k)/457b
• 10 hours vacation/month (grows with tenure), 12 paid holidays, and 8 hours sick leave/month
• 10 weeks paid parental leave
• $500 annual wellbeing incentive
• Tuition reimbursement and free local bus pass
• Basic life and long-term disability insurance at no cost

This job posting may close earlier than the listed closing date. If this occurs, a minimum of 24 hours’ notice will be provided prior to closing. Applications received for this recruitment may be used to fill similar vacancies within the City of Boise as they occur.

Performs corrective and preventive mechanical maintenance, repair, replacement, installation and operation of wastewater process equipment. Repairs, modifies and rebuilds worn or damaged equipment. Performs mechanical troubleshooting, repairs, rebuilding, installation, pipe fitting, plumbing, welding and fabrication. Operates light, medium and heavy hand, pneumatic and electric tools, chain pull hoists, power saws, forklifts and overhead cranes. Fabricates, welds and cuts parts and accessories utilizing welders, torches and a wide array of hand and power tools.

Utilizes computer programs to enter data and create maintenance records to ensure compliance with local, state and federal rules, regulations and laws. Reads and interprets blueprints and technical manuals to research and order parts and equipment.

Performs general design and fabrication of complex mechanical systems. Operates and maintains advanced shop fabrication tools, lathes, presses and milling machines. Works with all types of metals, wood, fiberglass and plastic materials.

Attends and completes assigned training to ensure compliance with city, state and federal regulations and maintain professional licensing and certification. Maintains a safe, clean and orderly work environment.

Reviews design documents, industry publications and equipment specifications to advise and recommend equipment selection. Assists in evaluating and setting maintenance standards and safety procedures. Acts as part of the facilities management team to identify maintenance needs and coordinates maintenance projects.

Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.