Salary:
$47,798.40 - $52,124.80 Annually
Location:
Saginaw, MI
Job Type:
Full Time
Department:
Department of Water and Wastewater Treatment
Division:
Water Treatment
Job Description:
Open to SEIU Salaried Employees and the Public
The City of Saginaw is seeking a skilled Filtration Maintenance Person III to perform mechanical maintenance, repair, and overhaul of specialized plant machinery and equipment. This role also functions as a Plant Operator “A” when necessary, operating pumping stations, generators, and related equipment.
This position reports to the Plant Chief Maintenance Foreman, Maintenance Foreman, or Operating Foreman and may oversee the work of others.
Applications are being accepted from SEIU Salaried Union members and the general public. Union members must apply within the first 14 days to be considered as in-house candidates.
Major Duties:
- Perform technical, mechanical, hydraulic, and plumbing maintenance/repair tasks.
- Maintain and repair diesel engines, pumps, valves, and plant mechanical equipment.
- Assist the Plant Electrician in maintaining diesel generators, motors, and electrical equipment.
- Operate machinist tools (lathe, boring mill, milling machine, drill presses).
- Use specialized hand/power tools, including welding equipment.
- Perform plumbing and steam-fitting tasks.
- Operate pressure gauges and test devices.
- Perform duties of Plant Operator “A” as needed.
- Act as lead worker and oversee other staff when required.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
- Education: High school diploma or GED.
- Experience:
- 2 years as a Filtration Plant Maintenance II OR experience maintaining stationary engines, large water pumps, and boiler equipment.
- 2 years of machine shop training and related math classes OR 4 years of machine shop experience.
- Skills & Abilities:
- Strong mechanical aptitude.
- Computer data entry skills (inventory and maintenance tracking).
- Lead worker experience.
- Ability to read and understand blueprints.
- Knowledge of hydraulic and electrical principles.
- Understanding of safety practices and experience using PPE.
- Certifications:
- Ability to complete overhead crane and forklift operator training.
- Obtain F-4 State of Michigan Operator Certification within 4 test cycles of hire.
- Licenses: Valid Michigan Driver’s License.
- Other Requirements:
- Acceptable attendance record.
- Must pass performance test and interview (70% or higher).
Supplemental Information:
- Physical Requirements:
- Frequent lifting (50 lbs), bending, stooping, climbing, and working in confined spaces.
- Must be able to work in uncomfortable conditions, including heights and hazardous environments.
- Safety Requirements:
- Must use self-contained breathing apparatus and participate in emergency response teams.
- Work with hazardous chemicals (Chlorine Gas, Sodium Hypochlorite, Diesel Fuel, etc.).
- Ability to work in noisy environments with hearing protection.
Benefits Package:
- Health Insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield (low employee premium contributions).
- Dental and Vision Insurance: Premiums paid by the City.
- Retirement Plan: MERS Hybrid Retirement Plan (Defined Benefit and Contribution).
- Healthcare Savings Plan.
- Life Insurance.
- Paid Time Off: Up to 22 days in the first year.
- Holidays: 13 Paid Holidays.
- Disability Benefits: Long/Short Term Disability.
- Deferred Compensation: Voluntary 457 and Roth IRA.
- Tuition Reimbursement & Employee Assistance Program.
(Benefits are subject to collective bargaining agreements.)
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The City of Saginaw is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
The City of Saginaw is committed to hiring individuals who are authorized to work in the United States. All applicants must provide proof of their eligibility to work in the U.S. as required by federal law. The City of Saginaw will not sponsor visas for employment.
