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CITY OF MONROE
JOB DESCRIPTION
Wastewater Mechanic
Supervised by: Wastewater Maintenance Supervisor, Superintendent, or Assigned Supervision
Supervises: No supervisory responsibilities
Position Summary:
Under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor Wastewater, is experienced in mechanical processes used
to repair and maintain equipment such as pumps, controls, switches, filtering systems, piping installations, and
alarm systems. Performs assigned tasks independently or as part of a project crew.
Essential Duties and Job Functions:
An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These
examples do not include all of the duties which the employee may be expected to perform. To perform this job
successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.
1. Works independently or as part of a crew to maintain and repair a Class A wastewater treatment plant
and associated pump stations.
2. Analyzes malfunctioning plant equipment such as generators, pumps, valves and chemical feeds, and
initiates corrective action. Removes equipment such as electrical motors not repaired on site in
accordance with planned down time schedule. Participates in repair, replacing parts, gaskets and so
forth. Reassembles and installs, connecting leads and testing performance.
3. May be assigned to assist the Wastewater Electrician; collection system, pump station crew or operators
as needed. Travels to remote wastewater pump stations.
4. Examines operating equipment throughout the plant and performs routine preventive maintenance,
inspecting, testing, adjusting and lubricating/cleaning equipment and apparatus such as pumps, bar
screen, compactor, controls, liquid level alarm systems, chains, gear boxes, dehumidifiers and other
equipment with moving parts.
5. Receives task assignments on major equipment overhaul or as part of in-house construction, dismantling
large equipment, replacing and installing pipe, removing debris, freeing connections, etc., as part of a
crew operation.
6. Enters lift station using ladders and appropriate safety and personal protection equipment to
reach/depart confined underground areas.
7. Disassembles lift station pumps, filters, motors and other equipment, diagnosing malfunctions from sound,
testing and observing operations. Determines parts, packing and replacement materials needed.
Reassembles and tests for conformity to operating standards.
8. Observes working area conditions using meters to detect potentially hazardous conditions.
9. Collects samples of waste, records meter readings and replaces flow charts.
10. Regularly uses portable generator, power and hand tools and vehicles, including crane truck to lift pumps
and other equipment. Performs welding and fabrication.
11. Maintains communications with supervisor and other crew members to notify of materials needed, verify
power source problems, obtain job assignments and get service information.
12. Assists in boiler repairs, pipefitting, welding and so forth, receiving procedural and task instructions from
the Maintenance Leader.
13. Performs light repair and maintenance around pump stations and plant. Repairs door locks, railings,
windows and other facility components. Performs mowing/snow shoveling, and makes repairs to small
engines as needed
14. Performs related tasks as needed.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Minimum Qualifications:
• A high School diploma or GED. Additional coursework and hands-on training in mechanical, welding,
electric, equipment testing and calibration and pump operations.
• Two years of experience in water utilities, construction, mechanics or related field.
• Experience as Wastewater Plant Operator with D Certification desirable.
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maintain one throughout employment.
• Certification in crane and Hi-Lo operation, and scaffolding.
• Grade 1 Mechanical Technologist Certification available through the Michigan Water Environmental
Association required within 2 years of employee starting in the position.
• Minimum score of 70% on the City of Monroe aptitude examination.
• Successfully pass departmental field test/evaluation.
• General knowledge of plumbing, HVAC, electrical, carpentry, boilers, hydraulics, welding, and mechanical
principles with two or more years experience in mechanical maintenance or related field.
• Participates in rotating pump station maintenance schedule.
• Skill in the use of specialized testing and maintenance equipment, including welding apparatus,
micrometer, plasma cutter, multi meter, and a variety of hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of the safety practices, issues, uses of special tools, equipment, methods and materials utilized
in water system maintenance, and skill in applying them to regular and emergency projects.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships and use good judgment, initiative and resourcefulness
when dealing with employees, City officials and the public.
• Ability to communicate effectively and present ideas orally and in writing. Ability to prepare and maintain
a variety of records and reports according to established standards.
• Ability to perform visual inspections of outdoor projects and conduct field visits.
• Ability to learn technical devices, digital applications, programs used on a notebook, computer or other
department device for maintaining records, specifications and repair work orders.
• Ability to learn technical devices used by the department to maintain records, specifications and repair
work orders.
• Ability to work effectively within deadlines and changes in work priorities.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations on a 24-hour basis.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an
employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk. The employee
frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or
crawl; and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and is frequently required to
use motorized equipment, and occasionally enter confined spaces such as lift stations to perform work tasks. The
employee must lift or push/pull objects of up to 75 lbs. without assistance. Accommodation will be made, if
needed, for employees required to lift or move objects that exceed this weight.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is
exposed to outdoor weather conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of
electrical shock. The employee may be required to travel between work sites using a motor vehicle The noise level
in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
Reviewed February 11, 2025