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Water Treatment Plant Systems Mechanic-in-Training / Water Treatment Plant Systems Mechanic

City of Round Rock
City of Round Rock Salary
Round Rock, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 7/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/28/2026
Description

The City of Round Rock’s Public Works Department is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Systems Mechanic for the water treatment plant. Depending on qualifications and experience, the position may be filled at either the Systems Mechanic-In-Training level or as a certified Systems Mechanic . Ideal candidates will bring strong technical skills, a commitment to operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and safety . If you’re looking for an opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of the City, we encourage you to apply!

Examples of Duties

Water Treatment Plant Systems Mechanic-In-Training: The hiring range for this position is $44,720 to $54,080 depending on experience.

Under general supervision, the Systems Mechanic-In-Training assists with providing support in the maintenance and repair of components of the Water Treatment Plant as well as the water distribution systems by inspecting and repairing pumps, motors, water storage tanks, motor control panels, remote communications equipment, and pressure regulating valves. This position also monitors chlorine levels and supply pressure of drinking water.

Examples of Duties

  • Under general supervision, the Systems Mechanic-In-Training assists with providing support in the maintenance and repair of components of the Water Treatment Plants as well as the water distribution systems by inspecting and repairing pumps, motors, water storage tanks, motor control panels, remote communications equipment, and pressure regulating valves. This position also monitors chlorine levels and supply pressure of drinking water.
  • Assists in maintaining the distribution system by repairing or replacing pumps and controls; works with heavy motors on cranes; repairs control systems for pressure reducing valves; maintains pump systems; repairs high voltage controls up to 2,400 volts to motor control panels and motors; maintains appearance of sites.
  • Assists in maintaining water lines by trouble shooting and repairing pumps and controls; repairs pressure reducing valves in confined spaces; maintains grounds and maintains building generators on sites.
  • Assists and supports with on call duties by responding to water distribution water treatment plant needs; repairs problems involving electrical and mechanical issues; works during storms; supports the water plant and inspects all sites daily.
  • Assists in the overhaul of PRV by working in confined spaces; works with heavy parts; uses tools and cranes on trucks; makes needed adjustments; replaces parts; ensures sites meet TCEQ standards.
  • Assists in maintaining water treatment plant and storage tanks by climbing water towers and painting as needed; repairs lighting; maintains valves.

Experience and Training

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent
  • Six months of general work experience OR Degree and/or certificate from an accredited University or Institute in Industrial Maintenance, Pump System Hydraulics, Electrical and Industrial Technology

Certificates, Licenses And Qualifications

  • Obtain Class D Water Operator from Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) within the first 12 months of employment.
  • Class C Texas Driver’s License or the ability to obtain prior to employment.

Water Treatment Plant Systems Mechanic: The hiring range for this position is $49,920 to $60,840 depending on experience.

Under general supervision, the System Mechanic assists with providing support in the maintenance and repair of components of the Water Treatment Plant as well as the water distribution systems by inspecting and repairing pumps, motors, water storage tanks, motor control panels, remote communications equipment, and pressure regulating valves. This position also monitors chlorine levels and supply pressure of drinking water.

Examples of Duties

  • Assists in maintaining lift stations by inspecting daily; trouble shoots electrical controls of pump motors; removes and replaces pumps; works with electricity up to 480 volts A.C; maintains emergency generators; works in any weather conditions.
  • Assists in maintaining the distribution system by repairing or replacing pumps and controls; works with heavy motors on cranes; repairs control systems for pressure reducing valves; maintains pump systems; repairs high voltage controls up to 2,400 volts to pumping motors; maintains appearance of sites.
  • Assists in maintaining raw water lines by trouble shooting and repairing pumps and controls; repairs pressure reducing valves in confined spaces; maintains valves and miles of water lines; maintains ground and maintains building generators on sites.
  • Performs on call duties by responding to water distribution 24/7; repairs problems at night involving electrical and mechanical issues; works during storms; supports the water plant and inspects all sites daily.
  • Assists in the overhaul of PRV by working in confined spaces; works with heavy parts; uses tools and cranes on trucks; makes needed adjustments; replaces parts; ensures sites meet TCEQ standards.
  • Assists in maintaining water storage tanks by climbing water towers and painting as needed; repairs lighting; maintains valves.

Experience and Training

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
  • One (1) year of experience as a mechanic or electrician.
  • Systems mechanic experience preferred.

Certificates, Licenses And Qualifications

  • Must be able to obtain Class D Water Operator from Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) within the first 12 months of employment.
  • Class C Texas Driver's License or the ability to obtain prior to employment.

Salary : $44,720 - $54,080

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