Journey Level Mechanic - Treatment Operations
Salary
$23.40 - $40.15 Hourly
Location
Leon Creek Water Recycling Center: 1104 Mauermann Rd., San Antonio, TX
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
2026-00265
Department
TREATMENT OPS
Opening Date
09/24/2026
Closing Date
10/11/2026 11:59 PM Central
- Description
- Benefits
- Questions
Grade 17 - Starting hourly rate: $ 27.00. Rate of pay depends on qualifications.
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Journey Level Mechanic - Treatment is responsible for the intermediate level maintenance and complex repair of equipment and facilities. Position will support multiple facilities with varying processes, equipment and functional requirements.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Troubleshoots, diagnoses and resolves complex non-routine water or wastewater facility machinery, piping and equipment problems.
- Performs predictive, preventative and corrective maintenance duties.
- Develops and submits technical specifications for repair parts and equipment.
- Tracks and records information required in work order documents.
- Creates reports with and enters data into the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) and uses Microsoft Office.
- Performs advanced level diagnostic tests to resolve routine to complex problems.
- Repairs plant machinery and equipment, using hoists, jacks, hand tools, welding equipment, ladders, confined space equipment, PPE, squares, rules, micrometers, and other tools.
- Dismantles, constructs, fabricates, and assembles various components of facilities, industrial machinery or equipment.
- Performs confined space entries in hazardous environments.
- Participates in planning efforts such as safety committees, work planning groups, and special project teams.
- Coordinates with all organizational groups, crafts, and operational staff.
- Trains and mentors other employees.
- Leads work teams as required.
- Monitors mechanical equipment and makes functional adjustments.
- Cleans and lubricates machinery and equipment according to specifications.
- Furnishes mechanical recommendation when ordering new parts, machinery and equipment.
- Demonstrates a working knowledge of other maintenance crafts.
- Promotes and practices a safe working environment.
- Applies intermediate to advanced principles of mechanical maintenance and industrial safety.
- Reads O & M manuals, as-built drawings, block maps, schematics, and construction plans.
- Establishes and maintains effective working relationship and public relations.
- May operate a forklift, powered vertical lifting equipment, utility truck, crane, combination unit, water tanker or other heavy equipment.
- Performs work in accordance with TCEQ, OSHA and other applicable regulatory requirements.
- Evaluates construction drawings and makes recommendations.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
DECISION MAKING
- Receives general supervision.
- Acts as a team leader.
- May refer highly complex issues to higher levels.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- High School diploma or General Education Development (GED) Certificate.
- Four years' experience performing repairs and maintenance in the mechanical trade.
- Ability to report to work on time, maintain a good attendance record, and work all designated work schedules.
- Valid Class "C" Texas Drivers License.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Class "C" Wastewater Treatment Operators License.
JOB DIMENSIONS
- Ability to apply intermediate to advanced math and measurement principles such as multiplication and division of decimals and fractions.
- Ability to apply intermediate computer skills and the ability to use a computerized maintenance management system.
- Ability to complete required SAWS coordinated training after hire on Confined space, HAZMAT Awareness, Lock Out Tag Out, Supervising for Safety, Fit Testing, Electrical Safety, and other certifications as required.
- Ability to proficiently use materials, tools, and equipment commonly used in maintenance or repair of industrial facilities.
- Contact with internal and external customers, contractors, and vendors.
- Communicates effectively, verbally and in writing.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical requirements include lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds occasionally and pushing/pulling a maximum force of 105 pounds. Subject to standing, sitting, walking, climbing, bending, crawling, squatting, kneeling and working in cramped and strained positions for extended periods of time to perform job scope. Also, subject to climbing up to 200 feet in height.
Working conditions are primarily outside with frequent exposure to inclement weather; wastewater; mechanical, electrical, chemical and confined space hazards; offensive fumes; excessive noise; heavy traffic; deep excavations; and animals, snakes and poisonous insects. May be required to comply with requirements as specified in applicable regulations for personal protective equipment, including clearance for use of respiratory protection and other associated protective equipment. Operates company vehicle on a daily basis.
May be required to work hours other than regular daytime schedules such as shift work, nights, weekends, and holidays.
San Antonio Water System values the contributions of all its employees, providing them the best in compensation and benefits. The benefits package is designed to attract and retain a workforce of qualified employees who share a responsibility in providing quality water to 1 million consumers.
From an affordable medical and dental plan to life-sustaining retirement and insurance plans, we offer benefits that reward employees for their commitment to a challenging career at SAWS. Employee benefits include the following:
- Competitive, market-based salaries
- Performance-based incentives
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Life insurance
- Prescription drug program
- Vision care plan
- Two retirement plans
- Deferred compensation plans (457 plan)
- Disability income
- Paid leave (vacation, sick, personal)
- Education assistance program
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible, tax-deferred health and dependent care spending accounts
- Wellness programs
- On-Site Fitness Facilities
- Community service opportunities
Click on the link for additional information regarding benefits: SAWS Benefits
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- Which best describes your highest level of education?
- I do NOT have a High School Diploma/GED
- I have a High School Diploma or GED
- I have some college hours (less than 60 credits)
- I have an Associates Degree or equivalent amount of credits (60 credits or more)
- I have a Bachelors Degree
- I have a Masters Degree or higher level of education
02
- If you attended college, indicate college hours completed, degree type, and major.
03
How many years of experience do you have performing repairs and maintenance in the mechanical trade?
- No experience
- Less than 4 years of experience
- 4 or more years of experience
04
Describe your experience in performing repairs and maintenance in the mechanical trade. If no experience, indicate N/A.
05
In detail, please describe the type of work and approach you performed with preventive maintenance and repairs of pumps, valves, tanks and water disinfection equipment. Include job titles and dates you have performed these duties. If no experience, enter N/A.
06
List all applicable trade school training, trade school certifications, and/or industry certifications relevant to this position. If none, enter N/A.
07
Please list all water and/or wastewater licenses you possess. If none, please indicate N/A.
08
- Do you have a valid Texas drivers license? If so, what type of drivers license do you have?
- Class C
- Class CDL - B
- Class CDL - B w/Tanker
- Class CDL - B w/Tanker Hazardous Material
- Class CDL - A
- Class CDL A - w/Tanker
- Class CDL A - w/Tanker Hazardous Material
- Class CDL A - Combination N and X
- I do not have a valid drivers license.
- I have a valid drivers license from another state.
Required Question
Employer San Antonio Water System
Address 2800 U.S. Hwy. 281 N.
San Antonio, Texas, 78212
Website https://www.saws.org/career-opportunities/