Wastewater Treatment Facility Mechanic; Facilities Mechanic​/Operator

JOB OPPORTUNITY – Wastewater Treatment Facility Mechanic (Facilities Mechanic/Operator)

Are you a skilled mechanic who takes pride in environmental stewardship, public service, and keeping vital systems running? The Alderwood Water & Wastewater District (AWWD) is seeking a full‑time Wastewater Treatment Facility Mechanic (Facilities Mechanic/Operator) to join our Maintenance & Operations (M&O) Department. In this essential role, you’ll help safeguard public health and the environment by maintaining process equipment to ensure high standards of treatment and compliance across our operations.

As a Wastewater Treatment Facility Mechanic (Facilities Mechanic/Operator), you’ll be part of the dedicated team responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining AWWD’s wastewater treatment facility (WWTF) to ensure compliance with District, local, state, and federal regulations. Reporting to the WWTF Manager and with assistance from the WWTF Operators, you’ll lead high‑level repairs to a variety of treatment process equipment at the WWTF.

You may be required to respond to emergency maintenance situations outside of normal working hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Once the proper certifications are obtained, you’ll also take part in performing the work of a WWTF Operator outside of mechanic duties.

• Perform general and complex maintenance and repair tasks on plant equipment and facilities; perform carpentry, masonry and building maintenance duties as required; and maintain a clean work area.
• Participate in the operation, repair, maintenance, and upkeep of the Wastewater Treatment Facility.
• Maintain a regular inspection schedule.
• Coordinate and manage a preventative maintenance schedule for the WWTF with the use of the District’s CMMS software.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of wastewater treatment operations and mechanical experience, and a commitment to public health and safety. The candidate must also have the flexibility to fulfill the WWTF Operator duties as needed, provided they meet the minimum qualifications for that classification as well. You’ll thrive in this role if you enjoy problem solving, working with equipment, and being part of a mission‑driven team.

$40.43 - $57.96 per hour

Experience/

Education:

Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the job. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be three years of related mechanical experience and two years of related schooling or technical training.

• Possess and maintain a Valid Washington State Driver’s License, First Aid Card, and Forklift Certification.
• Grade 13 classification:
  Must earn a Group II Wastewater Treatment certification by the third anniversary of appointment to this classification.
• Grade 14 classification:
  Group III Wastewater Treatment certification is required.

• Medical, Dental and Vision (with coverage for family)
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Public Employee Retirement System (PERS)
• Deferred Compensation (457) with Employer Match
• Training and Educational Assistance / Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Wellness Incentive
• Commute Trip Reduction Incentive
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life/Disability Insurance
• Training / Development

The District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains policies for a drug‑free and smoke‑free environment. Prior to employment, a criminal history background check, driving record check, and reference checks will be conducted on the successful candidate.