Description

W.W.T.P. MECHANIC TECHNICIAN

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:  Perform skilled mechanical work and leadership in the maintenance and repair of sewage treatment equipment at the Waste Water Treatment Plant.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:  Work is performed under the general supervision of the Waste Water Treatment Plant Maintenance manager.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:  Supervise work of Waste Water Treatment Plant Mechanics and others assigned to assist.

TYPICAL EXAMPLES OF WORK:  An employee in this class may be called upon to do any or all of the following:

 Inspect and service equipment at the Waste Water Treatment Plant, such as chemical feeds, sludge dewatering equipment, filters, conveyor belts, pumping stations, settling tanks, incinerator, and a variety of pumps and other equipment.
 Act as crew leader, providing leadership and mechanical work in maintenance, repair and adjustment of sewage equipment utilizing welding, mechanical and leadership skills as necessary.
 Operate motorized vehicles such as a hoist truck, front-end loader or other equipment as necessary.
 Recommend and carry out preventive maintenance procedures.
 Maintain spare parts stock and order parts as necessary.
 Perform related work as assigned.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned this classification.  They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

 Considerable knowledge of the mechanical and electrical equipment of a modern Waste Water Treatment Plant.
 Considerable knowledge of and skill in the operation, maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment in a Waste Water Treatment Plant.
 Reasonable knowledge of cutting and welding by electronic and acetylene methods.
 Some knowledge of electrical equipment and controls.
 Ability to detect improper operation of a variety of mechanical and electrical equipment.
 Ability to establish and maintain satisfactory working relationships with the public and other employees.

Requirements

Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or G.E.D. equivalent.
  o    ORIGINAL diploma or official SEALED transcripts REQUIRED at time of application
• Two (2) years of experience as a Waste Water Treatment Plant Mechanic Specialist or three (3) years of experience performing maintenance on stationary mechanical equipment including large pumps, valves and compressors used at modern waste water treatment plants and sanitary sewer collection systems, or drinking water treatment plants or municipal utilities pump stations, or other similar industrial type settings.
• Possess a valid commercial driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle in the State of Michigan with the proper endorsements, at least a CDL Class B with airbrake.
• Driving records must meet city’s standards for insurability.    

Pay rate:  $74,789/year - $81,643/year (After 5 years)

Excellent benefit package includes health, dental and life insurance, paid vacation and sick time.

Apply:    Warren City Hall-Human Resources #410
One City Square, Warren, MI 48093

Office is open weekdays 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
You may apply in person, by mail or by fax.
Our fax number is 586-574-0770.

Deadline:  February 5, 2026 by 5:00 p.m.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Please print the following forms required for application, print:
   Application
   Full-time Release Info. Agreement form
   EEO form
   Drug Testing Policy and Procedure Statement
   Drug Free Workplace Policy

If you have any questions, please call our office at 586-574-4670