Lead Water Treatment Mechanic

Overview

Step into Your New Role. We are a leading water management and design company dedicated to providing safe and reliable water services. Our commitment to excellence and sustainability drives our mission to deliver high-quality water solutions to our customers. This position is available at any of our Northwest Ohio locations. Water Treatment Mechanics on our team are issued their own company service vehicle, giving them the independence and mobility to support projects across a wide service area.

This role offers the unique opportunity to travel both in state and out‑of‑state, gaining hands‑on experience with a variety of systems, sites, and technologies. It’s a fantastic fit for someone who wants to start or advance their career in water treatment mechanics, with clear pathways into roles such as Senior Water Treatment Mechanic or Project Manager. If you’re looking for a role where you can build real expertise, grow your career, and experience something new every day, this is the opportunity for you.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Water Treatment Mechanic to lead service mechanics responsible for maintenance and operational reliability of water/wastewater treatment systems and related infrastructure. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for leading technical maintenance tasks and projects to support optimal plant operations.

• Oversee complex maintenance, repair, and installation of pumps, motors, valves, blowers, chemical feed systems, and other treatment equipment.
• Ability to read blueprints and P&’s, electrical knowledge, plumbing skills, instrumentation and field setup-up and commissioning.
• Diagnosing equipment and systems issues.
• Plan and execute preventative and corrective maintenance programs.
• Coordinate operations staff to support continuous plant performance and efficiency.
• Provide leadership, direction, and oversight to technical staff.
• Maintain accurate records and reports related to water operations, including production data, maintenance logs, and regulatory documentation.
• Ensure adherence to all applicable safety procedures and regulations.
• Provide guidance and training to entry-level technicians and staff professionals as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental sciences or relevant work experience in lieu of degree; additional certification or training in water treatment operations is preferred.
• 5-10 years of experience in hands-on water and/or wastewater treatment experience.
• Thorough knowledge of water/wastewater treatment and theory.
• Experience in troubleshooting and repairing complex water systems to ensure zero downtime.
• Understanding of Health and Safety planning.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in computer applications for data management and reporting.

Join our team and play a pivotal role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality water services to our community in the Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan area. If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for water operations and a commitment to excellence, we encourage you to apply for the position of Senior Water Operator.

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Kleinfelder and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates have been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. We are an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are proud to offer the following:

• Benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.
• Anticipated salary range is $68,536 per year to $100,568 per year.
• Career Development: reimbursement for continuing education, trainings and certifications, and internal mentoring program.

Equal Opportunity:
Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (VEVRAA and Section 503 compliant).

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
Kleinfelder does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. Without a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, we will not consider or pay referral fees. If a candidate is submitted without an agreement, we reserve the right to hire those candidates.