City of Houston

Overview

Houston Water, Wastewater Operations (WWO) Branch is seeking several Utility Mechanics to join the Plant Maintenance Team. Successful candidates will perform analytical and administrative functions associated with organizing the activities of the assigned section.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, preventive maintenance, installations, lubrications, and repairs of mechanical equipment and parts in buildings, plants, lift stations and other water/wastewater systems and facilities.
• Maintain and repair equipment, parts and tools used to perform mechanical responsibilities.
• Perform service calls to maintain and repair mechanical equipment and maintain records of calls and maintenance/repair work performed.
• Ensure work is performed in a safe manner with proper equipment and skills, reporting unsafe conditions and equipment.
• Maintain records on vehicle maintenance and mileage records.

Requirements

• Requires a high school diploma or GED certification.
• One year of experience as a Houston Water Operations Technician Trainee or 18 months of experience in building or mechanical maintenance is required.
• One year of directly related college or vocational education may be substituted for up to a maximum of one year of work experience.
• A valid Driver License and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving.

Additional Information

• Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday; 6:30a.m. - 3:30p.m.
• This position involves considerable physical exertion and frequent exposure to extreme levels of temperature, air pollution, noise pollution, chemical gases and substances.
• This is a Department of Houston Public Works Emergency Management Position at the Tier I Level.
• Selection/Skills tests may be administered.