Wastewater Mechanic In Training

SWA is hiring for an open Wastewater Mechanic In Training role in Dodge City, KS!

Pay:

Up to $20 hr

Schedule:

Sunday - Thursday 7:00 am-3:30 pm

Required Qualifications:

Must pass a criminal background check, drug test, and DMV driving record check High school diploma or GED required. Must be able to adequately perform periodic heavy manual labor under adverse conditions. Must have dependable safety and work record. Must have valid driver's License. Must live no more than 30 minutes outside of

Dodge City Qualifications:

Experience maintaining and troubleshooting motors of 10 HP or higher, repairing/replacing various types of valves and pumps. Knowledge of general geographic area. Skill in the safe operation of associated mechanical and electronic equipment as it relates to the installation, repair and maintenance of wastewater and water plant pumps, motors, piping, and structures: include, but not be limited to hydraulic and/or manually operated hoist, portable power tools, volt/amp meters and other electronic diagnostic equipment. Ability to understand and comprehend electrical schematic/utility drawings as they relate to lift stations, water plants and sewage treatment facilities. Understand and comprehend pump and/or motor diagrams. Ability to identify and comprehend colors as they relate to traffic and/or road signs, safety equipment, utility markings, electrical wiring, pump diagrams, and other utility related materials. Ability to use a variety of manually operated and/or electric/pneumatic powered handheld tools such as, but not necessarily limited to, socket wrenches, open end box wrenches, screw drivers, drills, impact drivers, and saws in an efficient and effective manner. Ability to work and perform manual labor for extended periods in all weather conditions. Ability to participate in weekly rotating "after hours" call out duty that requires prompt response on a 24-hour bases including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities:

Perform scheduled maintenance on wastewater and water plant equipment, piping, electrical components, and structures. Assist in repair and/or replacement of water and wastewater plant motors, pumps, and associated equipment. Assist electrician in repair and/or replacement of electrical motors, panels, and components. Correctly diagnose equipment failure problems and be able to instigate proper repair procedures. Work within confined spaces such as sewage/water equipment tanks. Operate and maintain equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions. Knowledge and skill to operate the necessary equipment and troubleshooting aids for failures at water and wastewater plant sites on but not limited to pumps, motors, process equipment, and electrical components and generating associated reports using laptop or desktop computers. Knowledge and ability to use a laptop or desktop computer to operate an electronic work order and asset management system as it relates to maintenance and repair of water and wastewater plant facilities and its associated equipment.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

Up to $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

Health insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Industrial Maintenance:

1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Dodge City, KS 67801 (Required)

Work Location:

In person