Plant Mechanic
Salary
$48,380.80 Annually
Location
Winchester, VA
Job Type
Full-time Classified
Department
Public Services Department
Division
Public Services Opequon Water Reclamation Facility
Opening Date
05/19/2026
Closing Date
6/19/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Description
Duties and Responsiblities
Troubleshoots machinery and equipment using listening and visual inspection and tests to determine machine malfunctions and operating variations
Makes diagnoses and repairs
Dismantles defective machines and equipment and installs new or repaired parts;
Cleans and lubricates shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery
Lays out, assembles, installs and maintains pipe systems and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, and repairs and replaces gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and related equipment
Repairs and maintains physical structure of establishment
Sets up and operates machine tools such as lathe, grinder, drill, and milling machine to repair or fabricate machine parts, jigs, and fixtures and tools
Operates cutting torch or welding equipment to cut or join metal parts
Fabricates and repairs counters, benches, partitions, and other wooden structures
Repairs and maintains the heating and air conditioning within the facility
Requirements
Education and/or Experience: Any combination of a High School diploma or equivalent is required; with one year of related experience and/or training.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Possession of a valid and appropriate drivers license.
Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers and other employees of the organization.
Job Posting Statement
The City of Winchester is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other classification protected by law.
This position is eligible for benefits. To view out benefit packet click here.
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Do you have a valid drivers license?
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This position supports 24/7/365 operations. Are you able to participate in the required 24/7/365 5 person on-call rotation for after-hours support?
Required Question
Employer City of Winchester
Address 15 N. Cameron Street
Winchester, Virginia, 22601
Phone 540-667-1815
Website https://www.winchesterva.gov