Utility Plant Mechanic I - Wastewater
City of Lincoln
Lincoln, NE, USA
Posted on Mar 26, 2026
Job Posting Information
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Are you ready to put your mechanical skills to work in a meaningful position where your skills make a visible difference? Lincoln Wastewater System is seeking a Utility Plant Mechanic I to join our dedicated team and help keep essential systems functioning safely and efficiently.
What You'll Do- Perform mechanical and physical maintenance at wastewater treatment facilities and remote pumping stations
- Install, repair, service, and troubleshoot conventional and specialized equipment
- Diagnose equipment failures and implement corrective actions to maintain operations
- Understand how equipment performance impacts treatment processes and system reliability
- Follow written work orders and supervisory direction to complete assignments accurately and on time
- Document labor, materials, and maintenance activities in the CMMS
- Coordinate equipment status and downtime with facility staff to minimize operational disruptions
- Respond to emergency and unscheduled maintenance needs to restore minimum service levels
- Follow all safety procedures, use proper PPE, and comply with City and Department policies
- Contribute positively as a reliable team member while maintaining professional standards and attendance
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday. 6 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Minimum Qualifications- Graduation from a senior high school or equivalent
- Experience as a mechanic, including experience in the repair and maintenance of specialized and standard mechanical and/or electrical equipment found in a utility plant
Necessary Special Requirements- Possession of a valid driver's license when operating a vehicle is necessary to the satisfactory performance of assigned duties.
The LTU team provides transit, transportation and utilities services year-round to the citizens of Lincoln. Nearly 600 team members make up LTU. We feel the importance of building relationships within our divisions and department and with our community partners. We value our team’s forward-thinking attitude and pride ourselves on good stewardship of our environment. We celebrate our individual strengths that in turn take our teams to new levels of accomplishment. We commit ourselves to offering additional training opportunities and a variety of paths for professional job growth. Our teammates enjoy benefits that include, but are not limited to, a retirement match, paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, and health, dental, and vision plans. Join the largest department at the City of Lincoln today. We are excited to enhance our community’s quality of life together.