Shift Mechanic I F473H at New Jersey American Water in Delran, New Jersey

Job Description:

Founded in 1886, American Water is the largest and most geographically diverse publicly traded U.S. water and wastewater utility company. With headquarters in Camden, NJ, the company employs over 6,800 dedicated professionals who provide regulated and market-based drinking water, wastewater and other related services to an estimated 15 million people in 46 states.  To learn more about American Water and additional career opportunities, visit www.amwater.com.

Primary Role

The Shift Mechanic may be assigned to perform any responsibility that lies within the capability of the employee based on experience, knowledge, qualifications, and training.

The schedule is a 12 hour shift, 6:00 AM - 6 PM and 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM which switched monthly.  Weeks are 36, 42 or 48 hours

Key Accountabilities

• The Shift Mechanic Performs and/or assists in the replacement, repair, preventative maintenance, calibration, and modification of equipment and facilities such as, but not limited to, centrifugal and positive displacement machinery, transducers, recorders, data collection devices, diesel engines, generators, chemical feed and storage equipment, analytical measuring devices, electrical distribution and equipment, piping systems, process control equipment, residual process equipment, telemetry equipment, buildings, and grounds.


• The Shift Mechanic must operate water treatment facilities and related appurtenances including, but not limited to, chemical feed equipment, water treatment equipment, valves, hydrants, pumps, standby generation, and residual processing equipment to ensure the safe, reliable production and delivery of the highest quality water.


• The individual must be capable of maintaining accurate facility and system records and reports.


• Utilizes company systems, programs, and devices including, but not limited to, SAP, CMMS, and mobile computers.


• The individual must be capable of operating equipment and vehicles necessary for the completion of assignments and must possess and maintain a valid NJ Motor Vehicle Driver’s License.

Additional Key Responsibilities

• The individual obtain and maintain 40-Hour Hazwoper certification with associated annual physicals and must be able to perform the essential functions and meet the physical requirements for a Shift Mechanic I-IV.


• The Shift Mechanic must possess  a working knowledge of Company policies, procedures, and safety practices applicable to area of responsibility.


• Mechanic responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: Prepares and maintains accurate facility and system records and reports.


• Utilizes company systems, programs, and devices including, but not limited to, SAP, CMMS, and mobile computers.


• Performs water treatment tests and evaluates water samples, as directed, to ensure process water quality is within established parameters and, if necessary, adjusts treatment process to ensure the integrity of the water supply.

Experience/Education

HS diploma/GED required

Valid drivers license required

NJ DEP T-1 license preferred or ability to earn within 3 years

Competencies

Champions safety

Collaborates

Cultivates innovation

Customer obsessed

Nimble learning

Drives Results

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American Water is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because he or she is an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

 

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