Reclamation Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $51,220.00 - $53,915.68 Annually
Location : One Government Center, Toledo, OH
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-00126
Department: Public Works
Division: Water Reclamation
Opening Date: 06/04/2026
Closing Date: 6/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
POSITION SUMMARY
Under general supervision performs work of moderate difficulty in repairing, adjusting, and maintaining a wide variety of mechanical equipment within all areas of the Water Reclamation Plant and related facilities; performs related work as required.
This position is the entry level into maintenance functional areas within the purview of the Water Reclamation Division.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs the oiling and greasing of heavy mechanical equipment such as shafts, motor bearings, sprockets, drive chains, gears, and pulleys.
• Disassembles, cleans, and washes tubes and heat exchangers.
• Repairs, adjusts, and replaces chains, sprockets, and engine parts on bar screens, rakes clarifiers, grit buckets, ejectors, and related equipment.
• Replaces large piping and elbows, threads pipe, and re-packs pumps as required; welds, cuts, and brazes as required in conjunction with general maintenance work.
• Performs light carpentry and cement repairs at a sub-Journeyman level; machines replacement parts for equipment when unavailable or difficult to obtain.
• Sets up and operates portable equipment such as sandblasters, welders, pumps and air compressors.
• Operates forklifts and backhoes to lift and move heavy items and to perform grounds maintenance.
• Paints and applies sealers, tars and epoxies using such things as brushes, rollers and spray guns.
• Assists in the maintenance of lift stations and regulators; may assist skilled trades personnel in the repair and overhauling of diesel engines.
• May provide work direction to lower classifications in the performance of cleanup or grounds maintenance activities and assumes responsibility for quantity and quality of work performed.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESKnowledge of:

• The equipment, tools, and materials used in the maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment
• The occupational hazards and safety precautions involved in a water reclamation plant

Skill in:

• The use of tools and equipment
• The interpretation and following of oral and written instructions
• Locating and correcting mechanical equipment breakdowns

Ability to:

• Work with individuals of diverse backgrounds.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, peers, superiors, vendor representatives and clients.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Graduation from high school or General Educational Development (GED) Tests equivalency, and two (2) years of general maintenance work experience which includes plumbing, mechanical, and building maintenance.
  • One (1) year of general building and/or mechanical maintenance experience in a State of Ohio Class IV water reclamation facility (or equivalent in another state) may be substituted for the two (2) years of general maintenance experience.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Position assignment may require the ability to wear respirators and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and to work in confined spaces.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND CERTIFICATIONS

• None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described within this job description must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
In this position, the employee will occasionally stand, sit, climb, push, pull, drag and/or carry up to 40 pounds. The employee will frequently walk-in all-weather conditions. Occasional stooping, kneeling, crawling and crouching may occur with this position. Speaking and listening are constant essential functions of this position.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment described within this job description will be encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee is frequently indoors and outdoors. This employee will occasionally work in extreme heat. This employee will frequently work in conditions where fumes and mists are presents. In addition, this employee will occasionally work in conditions where poor ventilation, dust and gases are present. This employee will be occasionally exposed to various hazards. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
If you need assistance or an accommodation, or if you have questions about completing the online application, please contact the Department of Human Resources at (419) 245-1500.
Class Code: Water Reclamation Maintenance Worker (3513)
The City of Toledo provides excellent health and retirement benefits for its employees.
Health Insurance
The City of Toledo is a self-funded medical plan provider that offers a broad network of health services options for its employees. The City also offers a multi-tiered prescription drug plan and dental and vision care services.
Employees are required to pay a monthly premium depending on the employee's selection of single, single plus one, or family coverage. Coverage is also afforded for qualifying domestic partners, depending on the employee's bargaining unit. Monthly co-premiums are determined by collective bargaining agreement or Municipal Code.
Group Life Insurance
City employees are covered by a group life insurance plan depending on collective bargaining agreement or Municipal Code.
Ohio Public Employees Retirement Plan
The City is a member of the Ohio Public Employees Retirement Plan (OPERS). All employees who are paid in whole or in part by the state of Ohio, a county, municipality, or any other political subdivision of state or local government in Ohio must become members of OPERS unless they are covered by another state retirement system in Ohio.
OPERS is a pension plan providing fixed retirement benefits every month based on a formula that rewards years of service. The City contributes 14.00% of the employee's annual base salary and employees contribute 10.00% of their annual base salary.
For more information about OPERS, click on this link: https://www.opers.org/
Deferred Compensation & 401(K)
The City of Toledo offers a voluntary governmental 457(b) deferred compensation plan, which is a retirement savings plan that allows eligible employees to supplement any existing retirement/pension benefits by saving and investing pre-tax dollars through salary deferral.
Contributions and any earnings are tax-deferred (both federal and state income taxes) until money is withdrawn. Withdrawals are taxed at ordinary income levels.
For more information about the Ohio Deferred Compensation click on this link: https://www.ohio457.org/iApp/tcm/ohio457/index.jsp
401(k)
The City of Toledo offers a voluntary pre-tax savings contributions retirement plan. The plan is commonly referred to as a 401(k).
Under the 401(k) plan, an employee's retirement savings contributions are deducted from the employee's paycheck before taxation. The City does not make contributions on the employee's behalf. (Contributions are tax-deferred until withdrawn during retirement). Annual contributions to the 401(k) plan are limited to a maximum pre-tax annual contribution, as established by Internal Revenue Service regulations.
Roth 401(k)
The City of Toledo also offers a voluntary post-tax savings contributions retirement plan. This plan is commonly referred to as a Roth 401(k) Plan.
Under a Roth 401(k) Plan, an employee's retirement savings contributions are deducted from the employee's paycheck on a post-tax basis. Annual contributions to the Roth 401(k) plan are limited to a maximum post-tax annual contribution, as established by the Internal Revenue Service.
01
Are you currently employed by the City of Toledo?

• Yes
• No

02
If you are currently employed by the City of Toledo, please list your Division.
03
Do you possess a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

04
What is your highest level of education?

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Some College
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate Degree
• None of the above
• Other

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How many years of experience do you have in general maintenance work, which includes plumbing, mechanical, and building maintenance?

• Four (4) or more years of experience
• Three (3) but less than Four (4) years of experience
• Two (2) but less than Three (3) years of experience
• One (1) but less than Two (2) years of experience
• Less than (1) year of experience

06
How many years of maintenance work experience do you have in a State of Ohio Class IV water reclamation facility (or equivalent in another state)?

• Four (4) or more years of experience
• Three (3) but less than Four (4) years of experience
• Two (2) but less than Three (3) years of experience
• One (1) but less than Two (2) years of experience
• Less than (1) year of experience

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