Mechanic​/Plant Operator WWTF

Roles and Responsibilities

• Operating and monitoring wastewater treatment plant processes and equipment, including pumps, valves, gates, comminutors, bar racks, screens, clarifiers, aeration systems, biological treatment systems, disinfecting equipment, engines, generators, and related machinery.
• Troubleshoots and conducts major and minor emergency repairs and permanent repairs to equipment.
• Understand and maintain equipment shop drawings and equipment O&M Manuals.
• Performing preventative maintenance and repair work on mechanical equipment, instrumentation, and treatment system devices. Accurately recording operational and maintenance data in a neat and legible manner.
• Performing routine lubrication, inspection, and maintenance of equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Supporting the operation and maintenance of the wastewater collection system, including pumping stations, lift stations, collection piping, appurtenances, and related infrastructure throughout the Quonset Business Park.
• Performing moderate to heavy physical work, including frequent lifting of 50 pounds and occasional lifting of up to 100 pounds or more.
• Must be physically capable of performing confined space entry work, including climbing into and out of manholes, vaults, lift stations, and other restricted-access areas in compliance with established safety protocols.

Position is scheduled for 37.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Weekend, holiday, weather-related, and emergency response overtime/on-call coverage is required on a rotating schedule.

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement with the International Union of Operating Engineers.

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Possess two (2) years of post-secondary education or technical training in industrial maintenance, mechanics, electrical systems, or a related field.
• Possess two (2) years of experience in the maintenance, operation, and repair of mechanical wastewater treatment or sewage works equipment.
• Possess a Maintenance or Industrial Mechanic Certification (CMRT) or demonstrate proven experience and ability in preventative maintenance practices and equipment repair. Hold and maintain a valid Rhode Island driver’s license, as operation of plant vehicles on and off-site is required.
• Possess a Grade 2 or higher Wastewater Operator Certification or hold a Grade 1 Certification and obtain a Grade 2 Certification within one (1) year of hire.
• Possess, or be capable of obtaining within one (1) year of hire, a valid Grade 1 Collection System Operator Certificate.