Water & Sewer Maintenance Mechanic - President Street Plant

Water & Sewer Maintenance Mechanic - President Street Plant

Salary

$52,255.00 Annually

Location

1400 East President Street, Savannah, GA

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

2602925

Department

Water Reclamation

Division

President Street Plant

Opening Date

07/01/2026

Closing Date

7/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Purpose

This position provides skilled work of more than average difficulty in the installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical equipment employed in the operation of the water and wastewater treatment plants on an assigned shift. Maintains and repairs equipment used in the wastewater treatment process.

We offer great pay and excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, employee/spouse/child supplemental life insurance, short-term disability, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, deferred compensation plan (457 B), pension plan, flexible spending account, employee referral program, home purchase assistance, and 12 paid holidays!

Women, Minorities, and Veterans Are Encouraged to Apply!

Essential Job Functions

• Regularly inspects all mechanical equipment, evaluates performance, and makes recommendations to the assigned supervisor as to maintenance and repair requirements.
• Participates in the installation, service, maintenance, and repair of pumps, motors, chlorinators, and other machinery and equipment.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot pump-related issues, including identifying mechanical failures, leaks, and inefficiencies, and determining appropriate corrective actions.
• Basic understanding of instrumentation and control systems associated with pumps, including pressure gauges, flow meters, and control valves, to monitor and adjust pump operations as needed.
• Understanding of the principles of pump operation, including how different types of pumps work (centrifugal, diaphragm, submersible, etc.), and the components that make up a pump system.
• Ability to maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs performed, parts used, and any other relevant information to track pump performance and history.
• Competence in repairing and overhauling pumps, including disassembly, part replacement, reassembly, and testing to ensure proper functioning.
• Proficiency in performing routine maintenance tasks such as lubrication, alignment checks, and inspection of pump components to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
• Operates and cares for power tools in maintaining, fabricating, and repairing parts of equipment; operates large mobile equipment such as a boom truck, a forklift, a hoist, or a crane, when assigned.
• Reviews equipment manuals and maintenance records to develop work plans.
• May perform welding, acetylene burning, brazing, soldering, minor carpentry, and painting.
• Completes and submits reports of work activities.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED equivalent with one (1) year of experience in mechanical maintenance and repair of heavy-duty pumping and auxiliary power equipment; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Must possess and maintain a valid state class C drivers license with an acceptable driving history.

Work Schedule: 7 am - 330pm M-F, on-call TBD

Work Location: 1400 East President Street

Additional Requirements

Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen, and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.

Additional Information

• Knowledge of city and department policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of wastewater treatment plant equipment, operations, and processes.
• Knowledge of maintenance techniques for a variety of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Skill in welding and fabricating parts.
• Skill in operating light and heavy equipment.
• Skill in using hand, hydraulic, and pneumatic tools.
• Skill in reading blueprints.
• Skill in repairing and maintaining a variety of pumps and equipment.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

CITY OF SAVANNAH EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Overview of Benefits

Paid Holiday

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Defined Benefit Retirement Pension Plan

Protective Services Retirement Plan (select positions)

Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan

Retirement Seminars

PPO Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Health & Wellness Incentives

Long Term Disability

Excellence and Service Recognition

Employee Development and In-Service Training

Educational Assistance Program

Uniform Allowance (select positions)

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts and Memberships

Employee Relations

Direct Deposit

Credit Union

Pretax Parking Deductions

Employer Assisted Home Purchase Program

Domestic Partnership Benefits

Healthcare

PPO Medical Plus Plan

PPO Medical Basic Plan

Dental Plus Plan

Dental Basic Plan

Vision Service Plan

Life Insurance

Basic Life and ADD

Supplemental Life Employee

Supplemental Life Spouse

Supplemental Life Child

Benefits costs are paid by the City of Savannah, by the employee or shared by both the City and the employee.

01

Do you have a valid Drivers License with an acceptable driving history?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a High School Diploma or GED plus 1 year of experience in the maintenance and repair of heavy equipment?

• Yes
• No

03

Describe your experience in mechanical maintenance and repair of water/wastewater treatment plants, heavy-duty pumping, and auxiliary power equipment.

Required Question

Employer City of Savannah

Address 6600 Abercorn Street

Suite 100

Savannah, Georgia, 31405

Phone 912-651-6484

Website http://www.savannahga.gov