Industrial Mechanic I / II

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community.

Orange County Utilities provides water resources and solid waste recovery services to protect and enrich the lives of the citizens and guests of Orange County Florida. The Field Services Division is responsible for the inspection, testing, regulatory compliance, operation, and maintenance of over 4,800 miles of pipeline, over 11,000 fire hydrants, and approximately 860 wastewater pump stations.

The Field Services Division is seeking qualified individuals to fill multiple positions of ¿Industrial Mechanic I or II¿ in Operational Support. These positions perform mechanical repairs and preventive maintenance on systems, blowers, gearboxes and mechanical drive systems, in a major industrial plant environment or the water and wastewater field with multiple critical processes.

Work is performed with considerable independence under the Utilities Supervisor. Performance is reviewed through observations and results achieved.

Representative Duties

Industrial Mechanic I

• Performs minor repairs as well as preventative maintenance on pumps, valves, seals and motors.
• Assists other trades in performing major overhauls of pumps and motors. Repair PVC pipes and fittings.
• Maintains chemical delivery systems including gauges, and pressure relief equipment. Rebuilds regulators, replacing gaskets and mechanical parts as needed.
• Removes restrictions and clean piping systems in major processes throughout the plant and system.
• Replaces drive belts, filters, grease and lubricate all equipment on a routine PM program.
• Perform preventative maintenance to water and or wastewater stations.
• Install pumps, valves, and associated piping, remove and clean pumps, check valves, troubleshoot equipment failures and confined space entry.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on vehicles, all pumps, motors, mechanical process equipment and wastewater stations.
• Operate various types of tools and equipment to facilitate maintenance and repairs.
• Support field staff in the operation of water and/or wastewater transmission, collections and systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Industrial Mechanic II

In addition to the listed job duties of the Industrial Mechanic I as noted above; this Industrial Mechanic II role conducts the following additional lead functions:

• Lead mechanic, organizing and supervising major overhauls and repair projects.
• Trains staff in the repair and maintenance of the processing equipment related to the field.
• Performs preventative and predictive maintenance on all pumps, motors, mechanical process equipment and wastewater stations.
• Uses technical manuals and drawings to repair equipment as needed.
• Install pumps, valves and associated piping, removes and cleans pumps, checks valves, troubleshoots and repairs equipment failures and confined space entry when required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Industrial Mechanic I

High School Diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of experience in extensive automotive or mechanical repairs to include experience in disassembly and repair of pumps.

Or

Completion of a certified mechanical (or related) program and (2) years of experience in extensive automotive or mechanical repairs to include experience in disassembly and repair of pumps

Or

An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

Possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver¿s License.

Depending on area of assignment some divisions may require a Class B CDL with required endorsements within six (6) months of hire or promotion.

Industrial Mechanic II

High School Diploma or equivalent and four (4) years of experience in extensive automotive or mechanical repairs to include experience in disassembly and repair of pumps.

Or

Completion of a certified mechanical (or related) program and (4) years of experience in extensive automotive or mechanical repairs to include experience in disassembly and repair of pumps

Or

An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

Possess and maintain a valid Florida Drivers License with the ability to obtain a Florida Commercial Drivers License.

Note: Depending on area of assignment some divisions may require a Class B CDL with required endorsements within six (6) months of hire or promotion.

Or

Internal promotion from an Industrial Mechanic I to an II, the following criteria must be met:

• Complete the myOCLearn Lock-out/Tag-out course
• Complete the myOCLearn Water Industry Maintenance on Pumps, Motors and Circuits
• Forklift Certified
• Current Defensive Driving certification
• Current CPR/First Aid/AED certification
• Complete evaluation for ¿Mechanical Job Planning¿ by the supervisor

Preferences

• Completion of FWPCOA Wastewater Operators Certification Class C or above.
• Supervisory experience including oversight of contractor personnel and work.
• Experience in water and or wastewater operations processes and knowledge of related trades.
• Knowledge and skill in maintaining hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Safe crane certification.
• Heavy equipment and forklift operating skills.
• Operational experience with machine shop equipment, portable electric and pneumatic tools.
• Experience using portable pumps and generators.
• Experience in conducting repairs according to technical manuals and drawings.
• Knowledge of valves and valve repairs.

Open Date: 10/16/2026
Close Date: 10/29/2026

This posting is subject to close without prior notice.

Pay Grade: 012- From $20.54 to $26.43

Pay Grade: 014- From $23.89 to $31.05

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Placement based on Education and Experience

Disclaimer: Benefits may vary for employees under collective bargaining agreements.

For more information on Benefits visit - https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx

If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder.

Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.

If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.

Orange County Utilities

Field Services Division

8100 Presidents Drive

Orlando, FL 32809

Work hours/ Work Schedule: Ten (10) hours per day, four (4) days or eight (8) hours per day or Five (5) days (schedule subject to change based on operational need)

Selected candidates will be required to provide employment references and will be required to complete a pre-employment drug, physical and background check.