Maintenance Mechanic

Wastewater Collection System Maintenance Operator Berkeley County Government offers a competitive salary of $44,642.37 - $51,338.73 annually for this position. The job is located at 212 Oakley Plantation Drive, Moncks Corner, and it is a full-time position with job number 01683 in the P&P Mechanical Maintenance department. The opening date is 11/12/2025, and the closing date is continuous. The position typically provides conduction of periodic inspections, operational checks, and minor routine preventative maintenance of the wastewater collection system, including but not limited to pumping stations and treatment facilities. Essential job functions include: Assisting with the repair, installation, and maintenance of centrifugal pumps, piping, valves, blowers, aerators, grit collection, and other equipment related to the operation of wastewater collection and treatment systems. Operating crane trucks, overhead cranes for pump removal and installation, generators during power failures, and assisting in vactor truck operations. Operating pump stations to include cleaning equipment, ensuring proper operation. Performing lockout tag out operations. Performing after hours duty, including emergency response and troubleshooting, within six months of employment. Entering and exiting manholes, pump station wet wells, and other confined spaces to perform inspections, maintenance, and repairs. Performing drawdown testing. Properly documenting all maintenance actions. Performing other duties as assigned. Minimum requirements to perform work include: High School diploma or equivalent. One year of related maintenance experience. Must have and maintain a valid driver's license for South Carolina with a safe driving record. Special requirements include: Ability to obtain a Class D Wastewater License within one year of date of hire. Departmental testing may be administered during the interview. A criminal background check will be completed on selected applicants if a current one (less than three years old) is not on file. This is a safety-sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing. Knowledge, skills, and abilities required include: Knowledge of the construction and operation of centrifugal pumps, valves, and associated mechanical equipment. Ability to perform after-hour duties, including emergency response and troubleshooting. Ability to follow oral and written instructions and prepare written reports of activities performed. Ability to use basic hand tools and specialized equipment associated with pump and piping system maintenance and repair. Ability to read and write, and to understand mechanical equipment operations and maintenance manuals, including schematics, drawings, blueprints, and technical data instructions. Ability to wear and use a self-contained breathing apparatus. Ability to use small office equipment, computers, and highly technical computer applications. Ability to use or repair small, medium, and heavy equipment and machinery. Physical demands include: This position requires the employee to reach, pull, and push with hands and arms; stand; use hands to handle, feel, finger, grasp, or operate objects, tools, or controls; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; use mental acuity and repetitive motion; and walk, talk, and hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to ninety-five (95) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Work conditions include: The work is regularly performed in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs. Thirty-seven and one-half (37.5) hours per week. Normal working hours are between Monday through Thursday from 7:00 am until 5:00 pm with the ability to work after hours when necessary. Scheduled hours/days, job location, duties, and any other information contained herein are subject to change. May be required to work extra hours and to perform extra or different duties during emergency situations.