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Waste Water Treatment Mechanic Trainee (Registry)
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Works under the supervision of the Wastewater Treatment Plant (WTP)
Maintenance Manager or designee at the wastewater treatment facilities in the Public Works Division. Performs
maintenance activities on machinery and equipment throughout the plant as indicated on preventative maintenance
schedules or at the direction of supervisor. Maintains, repairs, and lubricates equipment using hand tools and
power tools. Operates wastewater treatment facility equipment including valves, pumps, blowers, and conveyors.
Operates equipment such as dump trucks, flushing trucks, roll-off trucks, and tractors on plant property. Cleans,
lubricates, and performs other routine maintenance on machinery, equipment, and vehicles. Back flushes pumps in
order to clear obstructions. Reads and interprets operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings to perform
WTP maintenance. Records meter readings of equipment and machinery to monitor current conditions of the
equipment. Notifies management directly, verbally or in writing, of critical problems and emergency situations.
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
1. Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to read meters, gages, blueprints and manufacturer’s
manuals. Requires visual and physical inspections of mechanical system and have ability to detect unusual
characteristics. Requires traversing on uneven ground and the ability to climb ladders and stairs. Requires lifting
(approx. 50 lbs.), pulling, reaching, stooping, stretching, balancing, and crouching. Requires the ability to operate
an automobile, dump truck, and tractor. Requires the ability to operate general office equipment such as computer,
copier, and telephone.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Twenty-four hour, seven-day-week operation, involves shift work
assignments. Work is performed inside and outside of the facilities. May be exposed to dust, fumes, odors, noise,
heat and all types of extreme weather conditions. May require ability to work any assigned shift.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent certification. Some previous industrial or
mechanical maintenance experience is preferred. Must possess and maintain a valid Class "B" Tennessee (or
equivalent out-of-state) Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within eighteen (18) months of accepting the position
and must comply with Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) Alcohol and Drug testing rules as a condition
of continued employment. An Associate’s degree in Applied Technology is required within 48 months of hire.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: The duration of employment for applicants selected for the Maintenance
Mechanic Trainee Program will not exceed 48 months as a Trainee unless otherwise approved. During this time,
Trainees will be in probationary status and required to attend and pass vocational/technical training classes paid by
the City while alternating with working at the treatment plants on a full-time basis until an Associate’s degree in
Applied Technology is obtained. Position will promote to WTP Maintenance Mechanic I, when a Class B CDL
and Associate’s degree are obtained
The City Charter requires that City Employees must establish residence within Shelby County within six (6) months from date of Employment. Proof of residence will be required at the time of hire. The City Charter requires that City Employees, with the EXECEPTION of “first responders”, must establish residence within Shelby County within six (6) months from their date of Employment. Proof of residence will be required at the time of hire. As defined by Tennessee House Bill 105, "first responder means paid, full-time law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency medical personnel and dispatchers of law enforcement, fire and emergency medical service departments."
The City of Memphis is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Office of Talent Management at talent.management@memphistn.gov.
Division: Public Works
The City Charter requires that City Employees, with the exception of "first responders", must establish residence within Shelby County within six (6) months from their date of employment. Proof of residence will be required at the time of hire. As defined by Tennessee Senate Bill No. 29, "first responder" means paid, full-time law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency medical personnel.
The City of Memphis is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Office of Talent Management at talent.management@memphistn.gov.
