Wastewater Treatment Plant Mechanic

Job Summary/Scope

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Wilson is a city of around 50,000 people located in the heart of eastern North Carolina. We are about an hour from the Research Triangle and the buzz of the Raleigh area, and you can also quickly reach the North Carolina beaches.

The City of Wilson is known for innovation and outstanding service. We have top-rated, nationally accredited police, fire and recreation departments. Our parks and sports facilities are among the best in the nation, and our Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park is a unique and beautiful attraction that hosts concerts, farmers markets and the N.C. Whirligig Festival among other events. We are in the process of building a downtown field to host a Milwaukee Brewers’ minor league team starting in 2026.

Wilson has the strongest manufacturing base in our part of the state, including tire manufacturing, pharmaceutical and other industries. The Greenlight citywide broadband services help technology-based companies flourish.

In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a best-in-class benefits package that brings additional value to your total compensation. To learn more about our benefits package, click on the ‘Benefits’ tab above.

The hiring range for this position is $52,321.52 (minimum salary) to $72,054.69 (midpoint of range) dependent upon qualifications.

This position is responsible for performing mechanical and supervisory duties in the maintenance, modification, overhaul, repair, and installation of parts and equipment. The purpose of this position is to install, maintain, and repair wastewater treatment plant equipment. Successful performance ensures the effective and efficient operation of wastewater treatment facilities.

Job Responsibilities

Major Duties

• Performs preventive maintenance procedures on plant and lift station equipment.
• Rebuilds and installs pumps, motors, seals, bearings, and shafts; changes oil and adds grease.
• Assists in the installation of control systems; identifies electrical problems in various types of equipment.
• Install flow monitors and air supply systems.
• Repairs and installs water lines.
• Repairs small engines, lawn and garden equipment, and portable generators.
• Installs and maintains chemical feeding systems.
• Maintains inventory, maintenance, and repair records.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Guidelines

• Guidelines include federal, state and local regulations, plant standard operating procedures, and supervisory instructions. These guidelines are generally clear and specific, but may require some interpretation in application.
  
  

Supervisory/Management Responsibility

• None
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Experience Requirements

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of North Carolina for the type of vehicle or equipment operated and a Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six months of hire.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain an appropriate state-certified license for water or wastewater treatment or distribution as appropriate.
  
  

Knowledge Requirements

• Knowledge of city and department policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of the methods, materials and tools used in the installation, operation, repair, and maintenance of wastewater treatment equipment.
• Skill in planning, organizing, and prioritizing work.
• Skill in performing mathematical computations.
• Skill in the use of a computer.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in the supervision of personnel.
  
  

Work Environment/Physical Demands

The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching, stooping and climbing. The employee frequently lifts light and heavy objects, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity and must be able to distinguish between shades of color. The work is typically performed at wastewater treatment plant facilities. The employee is exposed to noise, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious disease and irritating chemicals. The work may be performed outdoors and occasionally in cold or inclement weather and requires the use of protective devices.

Benefits

The City of Wilson is dedicated to providing unique benefits that meet the needs of our employees and their families, while being competitive and cost effective. We offer the following benefits:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays (maximum 12 per year)
• Health/dental/vision insurance
• Membership in the North Carolina Local Government Employees' Retirement System
• 5% 401(k) contribution
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for medical and childcare expenses
• Paid Life Insurance
• Teladoc (Telemedicine)
• Supplementary benefits including critical care, cancer, accident, medical bridge, long and short term disability and term and whole life insurance.