Production Mechanic

Requisition ID: 109625

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American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people across 14 regulated jurisdictions and 18 military installations. American Water’s 6,500 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.

As one of the fastest growing utilities in the U.S., American Water expects to invest $40 to $42 billion in infrastructure repairs and replacement, system resiliency and regulated acquisitions over the next 10 years. The company has a long-standing history of executing its core operations, aligned with sustainable best practices, through its commitments to safety, affordability, customer service, protecting the environment, an inclusive workforce and strengthening communities.

American Water has been recognized on the 2023 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index for the fifth consecutive year, ranked 18th on Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable U.S. Companies 2023 List, earned the U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act designation and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s WaterSense® Excellence Award, among additional state, local and national recognitions.

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Primary Role

Production Mechanic in Delran, New Jersey

Posted Range:

$35.78/hour

This position may be eligible for annual incentive pay and contracted increases as determined by the collective bargaining agreement, and you will have the opportunity for continued salary growth.

In addition to compensation, you will be offered a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), Defined Contribution Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, plus disability, paid time off, life insurance, voluntary benefits, health and wellness programs and much more!

American Water is also proud to offer employees learning opportunities and work experiences to grow professionally!

The Production Mechanic may be assigned to perform any responsibilities that lie within the capability of the employee based on experience, knowledge, qualifications, and training.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

- The Production Mechanic must possess a working knowledge of water treatment operations including, but not limited to, instruments, hydraulic, chemical, mechanical and electrical equipment, and processes as well operational laboratory procedures.

- The individual must possess an understanding of the distribution system network including, not limited to, gradients, capacities, interconnections, mapping, service territory, and facility locations to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the water and wastewater facilities and related appurtenances.

- The individual must possess a working knowledge of Company policies, procedures, and safety practices as well as State and Federal rules and regulations applicable to their area of responsibility.

- The Production Mechanic must be capable of operating equipment and vehicles necessary for the completion of assignments and maintain a valid motor vehicle CDL license with Hazardous Material, tanker, and air brake endorsements.

- The individual must successfully obtain and maintain 40-Hour Hazwoper certification with associated annual physicals including respirator medical evaluations, and must be able to perform the essential functions and meet the physical requirements for a Production Mechanic I-IV.

Responsiblities

- Perform and/or assist the replacement of, repairs to, and the preventative maintenance of and calibration and modification to, 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.

- Operates water and wastewater 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.

- Review, monitor, and adjust hydraulic and chemical processes to achieve and maintain established water quality standards and system requirements.

- Prioritize and coordinate tasks and/or activities required for the efficient and reliable operation of water treatment facilities and related appurtenances.

- Receive, deliver, and handle chemicals and materials in accord with established Company, State and/or Federal safety standards and/or practices.

- Maintain the appearance of water and wastewater facilities and grounds in accord with Company standards.

- Prepare and maintain accurate facility and system data, records, and reports. Utilize Company systems, software, programs, and devices as necessary to perform assigned duties.

- Conduct process and regulatory sampling as directed, in accordance with Company procedures and regulatory standards.

- Perform water treatment tests and evaluate water samples as directed, to ensure process water quality is within established parameters and, if necessary, adjust treatment processes to ensure the integrity of the water supply.

- Perform and/or assist with repairs to, and maintenance of, equipment and facilities such as, but not limited to, chemical pump cleaning, piping repairs and modifications, cleaning and painting of equipment and structures, machinery lubrication, pump adjustments, equipment analysis and data collection, vibration, temperature and electrical readings, and analytical water testing equipment.

- Serve as an active TCPA Extremely Hazardous Substance responder in the Company's TCPA Emergency Response Plan.

- Respond to inquiries accurately and professionally, and, when necessary, involve the appropriate individual(s) to resolve customer and Company related issues and to achieve the highest level of customer service in all areas of assigned responsibilities.

- Work rotating and/or fixed shifts including, but not limited to, weekends and holidays.

- Production Mechanics may be assigned to the Shift Mechanic and System Operator positions.

- Comply with all training initiatives and directives.

- Actively monitor, review, acknowledge and respond to (as applicable) all Company communications delivered via methos including, but not limited to, Company intranet, emails, phone calls, text messages, Microsoft Teams messages, and/or handwritten or printed notes, memos, or reports.

Qualification Requirements

The individual will be required to meet the entrance, progression, and qualification requirements as developed by the Company. These include:

Production Mechanic I

- Possess a valid motor vehicle driver's license.

- Ability to obtain a CDL license with Hazardous Material, tanker, and air brake endorsements within the qualification period.

- Successfully pass entrance, progression, and qualification examinations.

- Successfully complete prescribed NJAW position specific training programs.

- Obtain Hazwoper certification and successfully pass a respirator medical evaluation within the qualification period.

- Possess NJDEP T1 License.

Failure to achieve the skill and ability required and/or failure to complete prescribed NJAWC position specific training programs and/or maintain position specific requirements will result in the individual's loss of position level.

Competencies

Champions safety

Customer obsessed

Cultivates innovation

Nimble learning

Drives Results

Collaborates

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