Maintenance Mechanic - Water Utilities

Overview

Woodard & Curran is a national engineering, science, and operations firm focusing on clean water, safe environment, healthy communities, and happy people. As an employee‑owned company, we promote collaboration in an inclusive culture and seek talented individuals from all backgrounds to address water and environmental issues. We offer opportunities for professional growth, ownership, and flexibility to make a meaningful impact on clients, communities, and the planet.

This job posting is designed to put you in contact with us to be considered for future available positions in the Bartow, Florida area!

Woodard & Curran combines the experience of certified operators with engineers, scientists, and regulatory experts to tackle operational issues and keep treatment plants running efficiently and in full compliance. We also assist employees in earning, upgrading, and maintaining industry certifications.

Each day presents different challenges as we maintain 100% compliance through daily process monitoring and a comprehensive maintenance system. If you enjoy working outdoors protecting water resources, this position is for you. We support our employees’ growth and development to advance your career path.

May participate in an on‑call rotation on weekends, holidays and outside normal workday hours. May be required to respond to emergencies or unpredicted situations.

• The ideal candidate will perform routine, preventive and corrective maintenance of wastewater treatment facilities and sewer collection systems.
• Perform routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance assignments as directed by the project s preventive maintenance and repair program.
• Perform housekeeping duties in the maintenance department and on maintenance vehicles as assigned by the project manager.
• Work in a safe and professional manner by following established safety, operating, and emergency response procedures.
• Perform work to meet goals and objectives set by the project manager.
• Operate plant equipment such as aerators, pumps, lift stations, instrumentation, motors, chemcial feed systems, meters, and other related plant components and equipment.
• Maintain and adjust plant equipment to achieve treatment results and compliance with the plant operating permit.
• Perform daily facility checks to document operational status and maintenance requirements.
• Participate in an on‑call rotation on weekends, holidays, and outside normal workday hours; respond to emergencies as needed.

• High school or trade school diploma required; courses in mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation maintenance are a plus.
• Minimum of seven years’ experience in installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation equipment.
• Knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office, CMMS, and SCADA.
• Experience with maintenance of pumps, compressors, and plumbing fixtures.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Working knowledge of methods, tools, and materials used in development, construction, and maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment used in wastewater treatment and collection systems.
• Knowledge of the National Electric Code and programmable logic controllers/industrial electronics.
• Safety skills for varied mechanical work, including welding; ability to read and interpret manuals, drawings, and specifications; maintain records using CMMS.
• Ability to troubleshoot electromechanical control systems; calibrate process control instrumentation; install electrical conduit and plumbing.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure with competing demands; knowledge of safety precautions in wastewater treatment.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with superiors, colleagues, and the public.
• Successful candidates may be subject to a background check, pre‑placement physical, and drug screen.

• You would be offered a generous total rewards package including competitive compensation and excellent benefits.
• Retirement, generous paid time off, holidays, medical & dental insurance, and flexible spending account options.
• Career growth and support in earning, upgrading, and…