Maintenance Tech II
Employment Type : Full-Time
Company Description Veolia is the world's leading environmental services company with ~179,000 employees globally and a 160-year history. We help our customers address their environmental and sustainability challenges in energy, water and waste. That means improving our clients’ energy efficiency, better managing their water and wastewater, and recovering resources from their wastes. We do this in a safe, cost-effective and innovative manner for cities, governments, campuses, businesses, and industries.
Job Description Inspects, maintains, repairs and installs mechanical, electromechanical, pneumatic and/or hydraulic equipment at plant and/or pump stations.
- Inspects and performs mechanical, electrical, hydraulic or pneumatic troubleshooting to determine repairs needed. Estimates time and material costs for assigned projects. Dismantles equipment to gain access to and repairs defective parts using hand tools, power tools and precision measuring and testing devices. Re-assembles and tests equipment ensuring safe and efficient operating condition is restored.
- Inspect flow meters, gauges, flow ratios, pressures and related controls on instrument panels, computer terminals and programmable logic control units and diagnoses basic operational problems. Takes corrective action per procedure in assigned area. Verifies and reports suspected malfunctions and variances to supervisor.
- Performs routine and preventative maintenance, lubrication and minor adjustments on machines and related equipment which may include pumps, engines, centrifuges, generators, valves, gates, mixers, conveyors, blowers, dryers, chemical feed and odor control, disinfection equipment, vacuum filters and belt presses. Promptly reports any operational problems with machines or equipment to Lead or Supervisor.
- May fabricate devices and assemblies from steel. May weld, thread pipe and solder using gas and electric equipment.
- Performs routine instrument calibration for portable meters including, but not limited to dissolved oxygen, pH, H2S, percent oxygen, lower explosive limit.
- Performs facility maintenance and repair and may replace or install damaged glass, windows, doors, partitions, ceiling or floor tile, door locks, carpet, and/or paint.
- Performs manual labor including cleaning equipment, facilities and grounds as required and properly disposes of waste according to safety and environmental policies. Operates vehicles for plant operational purposes.
SPECIFIC ACTIVITIES (INTERMITTENT, ON AN OCCASIONAL BASIS, ETC.)
May assist with maintaining parts, spares and maintenance inventory.
May assist in other areas of plant as directed.
Qualifications - Some electrical and/or automation experience a plus
High school or GED with the ability to read, write and comprehend English (operational,
process, safety and quality instructions) and be able to carry out verbal and written
instructions.
- Two to five years experience in a related position in a similar environment with ability to
comprehend complex specifications, blueprints and manuals. Knowledge/Skills /Abilities
- Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations. Some vocational training and mechanical aptitude required, with the ability to read, interpret and record data from meters, gauges, scales, panels, computer consoles and other equipment.
- Must demonstrate proficiency in the care and use of all site specific, facility required PPE
(Personal Protection Equipment), including respirators, gas detectors, confined space
equipment, etc.)
- Must consistently demonstrate the ability to perform all assigned tasks in an accurate and
timely manner.
- Must demonstrate ability to efficiently maintain, install and repair a variety of equipment
which may include pumps, engines, generators, valves, gates, mixers, conveyors, blowers,
chemical feed and odor control, disinfection equipment, vacuum filters and belt presses.
- Must demonstrate ability to use precision measuring devices, testing equipment and shop
tools such as drill press, band saw, bench grinder, and a torque wrench.
- Must demonstrate the ability to inspect and diagnose process problems in multiple unit
processes, troubleshoot mechanical, electro-mechanical, hydraulic or pneumatic equipment and take corrective action within policy and procedure limitations.
- Must demonstrate ability to accurately estimate time and material costs for assigned
projects.
- Steel fabrication and welding experience may be required if necessary at site.
- Good verbal and written communication skills are necessary.
- Must have ability to operate Computer Maintenance Management System (software).
- Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume
additional or new responsibilities readily.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license (commercial license is desirable) and a safe driving
record.
- Employee Orientation, Departmental Operating Procedures, Safety, OSHA and Quality
Training.
- Training in operation of mechanical drives, hydraulic pumps and valves, pneumatics,
electronics and control systems.
- Obtain or maintain HVAC, Electrician, Plumber’s or other trade License if assigned to that
area. Note: Tech will not perform duties unless properly licensed.
- Training in the use of energy management systems as needed.
- Forklift Certification if required by site.
- May perform more advanced functions as part of training and development.
Additional Information About Veolia:
Veolia offers the most complete range of environmental solutions to meet the challenges of cities, governments, campuses, businesses and industries. Our network of talent and hands-on know-how is unique and unrivaled.
We help our customers address their environmental and sustainability challenges in energy, water and waste. That means improving our clients' energy efficiency, better managing their water and wastewater, and recovering resources from their wastes. We do this in a safe, cost-effective and innovative manner for more than 550 communities and more than 30,000 businesses, campuses and organizations throughout North America.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer!
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.