Job Summary: This is a temporary position for the period of June through mid-November 2025. The Water Treatment Plant Mechanic is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and optimization of mechanical equipment and infrastructure supporting a water treatment facility. This includes pumps, motors, piping systems, and other infrastructure associated with multiple evaporation ponds and a surface land application system used to discharge treated water. Key Responsibilities: + Inspect, maintain, and repair mechanical components of the water treatment plant, including pumps, blowers, valves, piping, and motors. + Perform routine maintenance on equipment associated with water management infrastructure, including aeration systems and monitoring devices for treatment ponds. + Support the operation and maintenance of a surface land application system used for the discharge of treated water. + Monitor system performance and assist with troubleshooting operational issues related to flow distribution, pressure, and water quality. + Ensure proper functioning of pump stations, chemical feed systems, and flow control mechanisms. + Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections. + Follow safety and environmental compliance procedures and assist in the development of maintenance protocols. + Collaborate with plant operators, engineers, and other maintenance staff to ensure efficient and reliable system performance. Qualifications: + High school diploma or GED; technical or vocational training preferred. + Mechanical experience, ideally in a water or wastewater treatment environment, or a closely related field. + Knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulic principles, and basic electrical troubleshooting. + Ability to read technical manuals, schematics, and work orders. + Valid driver's license; CDL preferred or ability to obtain. Working Conditions: + Work performed indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions. + May involve lifting equipment, working in confined spaces, and exposure to chemicals and treated effluent. + Stand, walk, bend, and perform manual labor for extended periods.