Mechanic

South Portland ME

Description

DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCE PROTECTION MECHANIC POSITION The City of South Portland is currently seeking a mechanically talented professional to serve as a full time Mechanic on at our Water Resource Protection treatment plant. This position performs skilled, and semiskilled, technical and manual tasks critical to the efficient operation and control of the South Portland treatment plant, wastewater pumping stations and its support services. The selected candidate will be part of a high-functioning, detail-oriented team working under the direct supervision of the Water Resource Protection Maintenance Supervisor. This is a career opportunity to be part of one of the finest facilities in the state addressing water resource protection. The Mechanic will be responsible for numerous tasks including the inspection, servicing, preventative maintenance, repair, and replacement of various mechanical components including, but not limited to, compression seal packing, mechanical seals, bearings in motors, pumps, valves, control systems, and specialty wastewater equipment at our treatment plant, and at multiple locations around the city, such as pump stations. The incumbent will also perform building and grounds maintenance functions at the plant and pump stations, as needed, in addition to other tasks necessary for our team. Must have a strong working knowledge of mechanical maintenance and repair practices, processes, methods and procedures as well as competent communication skills. One (1) year post-secondary College or technical training in industrial or automotive maintenance technology highly preferred and one-year’s worth of experience in a mechanical field, or any equivalent combination of education and experience total totaling two years. High School diploma or equivalent required. Experience with computerized record keeping a plus. A valid State of Maine driver’s license is required. Candidates must have the availability to be on-call in rotation with other mechanics to be considered. The City of South Portland offers a wide range of generous employee benefits, including an excellent health plan with affordable family coverage and matched retirement options in addition to dental, vision, life, income protection, short and long term disability insurance options, flexible spending accounts, and more. We offer twelve (12) paid holidays, fifteen (15) sick days annually, and vacation accrual commensurate with your experience. The City also offers “payment-in-lieu” of health insurance, tuition reimbursement, an acclaimed wellness program, and professional development opportunities. The City of South Portland is proud of its talented and dedicated workforce and provides employees with strong leadership; stability; a positive, family friendly workplace; and the support, encouragement and tools for successful careers. Come join our team dedicated to service excellence! Hourly Pay range: $21.83-$24.88 per hour, depending on experience. Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted, on a rolling basis and the position will be open until filled. To apply you may email a cover letter, resume and three professional references or file an application using our fillable pdf or printing the application at You may also mail a resume with cover letter and three professional references to: City of South Portland Karla Giglio, Human Resources Specialist 25 Cottage Road P. O. Box 9422 South Portland, ME 04116-9422 You may also pick up an application at the address above. EOE