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A Union Crane Operator is a skilled professional responsible for operating cranes to lift, move, and position materials on construction sites, in manufacturing facilities, or at other industrial locations. They are members of a labor union, which provides job security, benefits, and negotiated wages. Operators must undergo specialized training, obtain certifications, and adhere to safety regulations to ensure efficient and secure operations. Union membership often grants access to apprenticeships and ongoing education to advance skills and career opportunities.

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Sr. Maintenance Mechanic - I & D Water Plant

City of Savannah, GA

Savannah, GA • On-site

$52K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Salary : $52,255.00 Annually
Location : 1 Water Filtration Plant Road, Savannah, GA 31407, GA
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 2603050
Department: Water Supply & Treatment
Division: I & D Water
Opening Date: 08/03/2026
Closing Date: 8/16/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Purpose
This position provides skilled work of more than average difficulty in the installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical
equipment used in the drinking water treatment plants.
The purpose of this position is to ensure the reliable operation, safety, and efficiency of mechanical systems critical to the production and treatment of drinking water. This role performs highly skilled maintenance, installation, and repair of pumps, motors, lift stations, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, chlorine systems, generators, and related equipment that sustain continuous plant operations.
Through proactive inspection, technical expertise, and responsive troubleshooting, this position safeguards public health, supports regulatory compliance, minimizes downtime, and contributes to the long-term integrity of the City's water infrastructure. This role also supports team development and operational excellence by mentoring crew members, maintaining accurate documentation, and identifying opportunities to improve plant performance.
Essential Job Functions
  • Regularly inspects all mechanical equipment, evaluates performance, and makes recommendations to the assigned supervisor as to maintenance and repair requirements.
  • Installs, services, maintains, and repairs pumps, motors, chlorinators, and other machinery and equipment.
  • Respond to and repair sewer backups.
  • Maintains, diagnoses, and corrects problems at various lift stations. Use a crane truck to pull pumps and correct the problem when necessary.
  • Operates and cares for power tools in maintaining, fabricating, and repairing parts of equipment; operates large mobile equipment such as a boom truck, a forklift, a hoist, or a crane, when assigned.
  • Modifies existing equipment as needed to improve plant operations; installs new pumps and equipment.
  • Orders parts and supplies.
  • Operates heavy equipment.
  • Repairs hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
  • Maintains diesel generators.
  • Changes chlorine containers weekly; performs specialized maintenance and repairs on liquid chlorine systems, including chlorinators, evaporators, and vacuum regulators.
  • Cleans chemical solution tanks and piping.
  • Performs maintenance and repairs on the Trac-Vac system; changes boots, fittings, hoses, and control valves.
  • Performs specialized welding, burning, cutting, and fabrication.
  • Changes out gas bottles and supplies meter stations with spares.
  • Performs general and specialized maintenance and repairs on the sludge de-watering facility, including centrifuge, polymer pump, and piping.
  • May direct the work of all crew members, including training, guidance, and counseling, to ensure their safety and welfare in the performance of their duties.
  • Completes and submits reports of work activities.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Requires High School Diploma or GED equivalent with four (4) years of experience in mechanical maintenance and repair of water/wastewater treatment plants, heavy-duty pumping and auxiliary power equipment; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Must possess and maintain a valid state Class C Driver's License with an acceptable driving history
Additional Requirements
Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen, and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.
Additional Information
Knowledge of city and department policies and procedures.
Knowledge of maintenance techniques for a variety of mechanical systems.
Skill in welding and fabricating parts.
Skill in operating light and heavy equipment.
Skill in using hand, hydraulic, and pneumatic tools.
Skill in reading blueprints.
Skill in repairing and maintaining a variety of pumps and equipment.
Skill in oral and written communication
CITY OF SAVANNAH EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Overview of Benefits
Paid Holiday
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Defined Benefit Retirement Pension Plan
Protective Services Retirement Plan (select positions)
Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan
Retirement Seminars
PPO Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Health & Wellness Incentives
Long Term Disability
Excellence and Service Recognition
Employee Development and In-Service Training
Educational Assistance Program
Uniform Allowance (select positions)
Employee Assistance Program
Discounts and Memberships
Employee Relations
Direct Deposit
Credit Union
Pretax Parking Deductions
Employer Assisted Home Purchase Program
Domestic Partnership Benefits
Healthcare
PPO Medical Plus Plan
PPO Medical Basic Plan
Dental Plus Plan
Dental Basic Plan
Vision Service Plan
Life Insurance
Basic Life and ADD
Supplemental Life Employee
Supplemental Life Spouse
Supplemental Life Child
Benefits costs are paid by the City of Savannah, by the employee or shared by both the City and the employee.
01
Do you have a high school diploma or GED?
  • Yes
  • No

02
Do you hold a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history?
  • Yes
  • No

03
Describe your hands-on experience performing maintenance and repairs on pumps, motors, lift stations, or other mechanical systems in a water or wastewater treatment environment. Include the types of equipment you have worked on and the complexity of repairs performed.
04
Provide an example of a time you diagnosed a complex mechanical failure (e.g., pump malfunction, hydraulic system issue, chlorine system problem, generator failure). What steps did you take to identify the issue, and what was the outcome?
05
Detail your experience operating heavy equipment such as boom trucks, cranes, forklifts, hoists, or Trac-Vac systems. Include any experience with welding, fabrication, diesel generators, or chlorine handling systems.
06
This position requires adherence to strict safety and regulatory standards and may involve directing crew members. Describe your experience working in safety-sensitive environments. How do you ensure compliance, maintain documentation, and promote safety among team members?
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