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Industrial Mechanic 1- Operations

Metro Nashville Government

Nashville, TNFull-time$64K/yrPosted 5mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Compensation
$64K/yr
Location
Nashville, TN
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Driver License

Job overview

Metro Nashville Government is hiring an Industrial Mechanic 1- Operations. This position is for an Industrial Mechanic 1 in the Operations Division of Metro Water Services, working in a Water Treatment Plant, Wastewater Treatment Plant, or Field Services. The role involves skilled work in the installation, operation, and maintenance of mechanical equipment. Employees will work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions, potentially exposed to hazardous environments and chemicals.

Key focus areas include Repairing and servicing equipment in an industrial environment, Conducting and participating in preventative maintenance inspections, and Coordinating the maintenance and repair activities with appropriate personnel.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma, 2 Years Maintaining And Repairing Mechanical Equipment Experience, and Valid Driver License. Preferred (not required): Repairing And Servicing Equipment, Preventative Maintenance Inspections, Coordinating Maintenance And Repair Activities, and Inspecting New Installations.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Repairing and Servicing EquipmentPreventative Maintenance InspectionsCoordinating Maintenance and Repair ActivitiesInspecting New InstallationsKnowledge of PumpsKnowledge of ValvesKnowledge of Industrial and Mechanical EquipmentKnowledge of Hazards and Safety Precautions

Qualifications

High School Diploma2 Years Maintaining and Repairing Mechanical Equipment ExperienceValid Driver LicenseTennessee Resident Within 6 Months of Employment

Benefits

Paid Time Off

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Industrial Mechanic 1- Operations

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Industrial Mechanic 1- Operations

Salary

$64,236.00 Annually

Location

Nashville, TN

Job Type

Full-Time Civil Service

Job Number

C217 FY24

Division

Water Services

Opening Date

07/15/2026

Closing Date

8/31/2026 11:59 PM Central

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Position Description

This position is located in the Operations Division of Metro Water Services in a Water Treatment Plant, a Wastewater Treatment Plant, or in Field Services and performs skilled work involved in the installation, operation and maintenance of mechanical equipment.

Work requires some physical exertion such as walking, climbing, bending, stooping, stretching, or similar activities. Employees will be required to work indoors and outside in all weather conditions in potentially hazardous conditions, and may be exposed to chemicals and other contaminants.

Employees at Metro Water Services (MWS) work around the clock to supply, treat, manage, and protect our water resources in a sustainable manner for the benefit of all who live, work, and play in our community. Our dedicated, diverse workforce provides high quality drinking water and the best in wastewater treatment, storm water management, and waste collection services for our customers in the Nashville-Davidson County area. Our employees work together to service more than 210,000 water and 216,000 sewer accounts along with over 150,000 curbside waste collection customers. We are looking for highly engaged individuals to join our team.

Applications will be accepted until all positions filled.

Typical Duties

  • Repairing and servicing equipment in an industrial environment.

  • Conducting and participating in preventative maintenance inspections.

  • Coordinating the maintenance and repair activities with appropriate personnel.

  • Inspecting new installations to ensure compliance with department specifications.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma and two (2) years' experience maintaining and repairing mechanical equipment (such as large industrial pumps, treatment plants and conveyance systems, etc.).

No Substitution.

LICENSES REQUIRED:

Valid Driver License

Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply

Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of pumps, valves and other industrial and mechanical equipment.

  • Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions.

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations.

Requests for ADA or other protected accommodations for the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources at 615-862-6640.

Full-time, Civil Service positions -

10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service)

1 Sick Day per month

12 Paid Holidays per year

Public Safety - Sworn and Civilian positions -

20 vacation days per year

3 Personal days per year

1 Sick Day per month

12 paid holidays per year

Part-time, Non Civil Service positions - Visit HR and Benefits webpages for more information.

Full-time, Non Civil Service positions - contact hiring department for benefits information

Seasonal/Temporary positions - no benefits offered.

01

Do you have a valid Driver License?

  • Yes

  • No

02

Do you have a High School Diploma or Equivalent ?

  • Yes

  • No

03

How many years of experience do you have maintaining and repairing mechanical equipment? (This answer must be reflected in the work history you provided in your application in order to be considered).

  • No Experience

  • 1 year experience

  • 2 years experience

  • 3 years or more years experience

04

Briefly describe the equipment and type of maintenance or repair work you have performed in your previous or current employment.

05

I understand that all related work history/experience, education, certification and/or licenses must be reflected on my application for this position. I further understand that an incomplete application or missing documents may result in disqualification.

  • yes

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Employer

Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County

Address

Human Resources Division 700 President Ronald Reagan Way, Suite 201 Nashville, Tennessee, 37210

Phone

(615) 862-6640

Website

https://www.nashville.gov/departments/human-resources/employment-opportunities

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