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At Jacobs, we challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. Through the delivery of our operations and maintenance services, you'll make it simpler and more seamless for our municipal clients to operate safely and efficiently, empowering communities to focus on what matters most to them - people.
As a Lead Mechanic based in Jackson, MS, you'll join a collaborative team ensuring that our clients can deliver their services - uninterrupted. You'll have the opportunity to lead a variety of tasks in the preventive and corrective maintenance on water treatment plants and related facilities equipment. You'll contribute to the success of our program with efficient preventive maintenance and effective solutions to challenges that may arise at the facilities. You'll perform preventive and corrective maintenance on buildings, structures, grounds, machinery and equipment; lubricate equipment and check for malfunctions; replace packing in pumps or valves; replace bearings in motors, pumps, and other equipment; tune engines, set valve clearance, clean, and adjust regulators; examine equipment failures to identify cause and to prevent recurrences; and install and sets up new equipment. You'll also clean and paint interior and exterior equipment and buildings; lean out pipes and perform other plumbing and pipe fitting tasks as required; use gas and/or arc welding equipment to heat, cut, braze, or weld; perform duties of painter in their absence; assist in keeping maintenance records; and perform other duties as required. Most importantly, you'll take action to ensure the safety, health and well-being of you and your team.
Bring your team-focus, adaptability, and commitment to excellence, and we'll help you grow what drives you - and deliver the world's most challenging Operations Management projects, together.
Five years of experience in the maintenance utilities or industrial related equipment, or similar setting
Two years of experience working on pumps, motors and other equipment
Possess a valid driver's license with no major infractions
Proficient in the use of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
Ideally, You'll Also Have
Knowledge of the methods, materials, equipment and instruments used in the maintenance, repair and calibration of mechanical, electrical and electronic control systems
Familiarity with the principles and practices of water treatment plant operations and process control
Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician (CMRT) certification or ability to obtain
Knowledge of related state and federal laws and regulations
Possess or ability to obtain a state water operator certificate within 1 year
Working Conditions
Safety is a core value at Jacobs. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety sensitive labor or services.
Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.