Mechanic's Assistant

North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) provides vital wholesale water, wastewater and solid waste management services to more than two million people who call North Texas their home. Our culture is deeply ingrained in our core values of Integrity, Trust, Respect, Unity, Service, and Teamwork (ITRUST). Our employees will tell you they feel a sense of purpose and have a daily opportunity to make a positive impact on the cities we serve by helping to provide services that their residents and businesses need to thrive. We offer an array of excellent benefits, including comprehensive health and wellness packages, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, and a robust pension plan to help secure our employees’ financial future. If you are looking for a rewarding, long-term career where you can make a meaningful impact on the North Texas region, look no further than NTMWD!

Mechanic's Assistant

Section 1 – Position Summary

The Mechanic’s Assistant (Tech Services) assists the mechanics and welders in the maintenance, diagnosing, repairing, installing, testing, and calibration of water, wastewater and solid waste related mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment. This position will support multiple facilities with varying processes, equipment and functional requirements. This position is given specific instruction, and work is performed under direct supervision.

Section 2 – Major Responsibilities

Section 3 – Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Section 4 – Education and Experience

Section 5 – Environmental Factors, Activity Levels and Equipment

This position requires continuous physical exertion often of a strenuous nature. Lifts or pulls/pushes 50 pounds on a daily basis and up to 100 pounds on a weekly basis in order to repair and service various mechanical components, while using various hand tools and equipment.

Working conditions include exposure to high voltage electricity, frequent exposure to inclement weather, wastewater, mechanical, electrical, chemical, and confined space hazards with offensive fumes, excessive noise, heavy traffic, and animals, snakes, and poisonous insects.

Hand and power tools including pneumatic equipment, impact drills, saws, emergency lighting equipment and safety equipment.

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 equipment. Also operates a company vehicle on a daily basis.

Will be required to work hours other than regular schedule such as short notice/unscheduled overtime, nights, weekends, holidays, on-call, and rotating shifts.

Thank you for considering a career with us! We value diversity, equal opportunity, and a positive work environment. We are committed to providing a rewarding and fulfilling career with opportunities for growth and development. If you are passionate about making a difference and contributing to a dynamic and growing organization, we want to hear from you. Apply today and let’s explore the potential of working together to provide affordable, safe and reliable water, wastewater, and solid waste management services to the North Texas region.