INTERNAL - Senior Industrial Machinery Mechanic

The City of Springfield's Environmental Services Department is posting the Senior Industrial Machinery Mechanic position - INTERNAL ONLY for City of Springfield employees. This position will perform highly skilled predictive and preventative maintenance techniques in plant mechanic work to diagnose, troubleshoot and repair plant and lift station equipment using data-driven analysis, troubleshooting methodologies and continuous improvement in coordination with plant management.

There are up to 5 promotional opportunities at the Southwest Wastewater Treatment Plant and 1 promotional opportunity at the Northwest Treatment Plant.

The City of Springfield’s leadership culture is grounded in processes, relationships, and trust. Leaders across the organization operate within the principles of The Trust Edge Framework®, which emphasizes:

Clarity, Compassion, Character, Competency, Commitment, Connection, Contribution, and Consistency

These principles guide how we work together, build relationships, and serve our community.

• Requires at least five (5) years’ experience in industrial or wastewater maintenance;

• Completion of technical school or apprenticeship is preferred but not required.

• Must possess a valid driver’s license;
• A Class "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) that would enable the driver to operate a vehicle with airbrakes, tanker and appropriate endorsements is required within the probationary period;
• Must possess and maintain a Class D Wastewater License or equivalent.

For more information on essential functions and other requirements, please see the job description.

The City of Springfield promotes equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Individuals with disabilities who believe they will need an accommodation to undergo any part of the interview, examination, or pre‑employment process, should request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to the testing or appointment. Requests should be requested by contacting City of Springfield Human Resources by phone, , or in person at the Municipal Busch Building, 840 Boonville Ave.

Springfield, MO 65802.

Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. We are committed to a drug‑free workplace. Pre‑employment drug testing is required.