Water Plant Mechanic

About the role

Amentum is hiring a Water Plant Mechanic to operate and maintain all equipment in a water plant under the supervision of the Lead Water Plant Operator. The role covers regular and irregular maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs, and works closely with plumbers and other infrastructure personnel. The position involves a rotating day, swing or night shift and deployment to Antarctica.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain the sea water desalinization and treatment system, including reverse osmosis units, pumps, valves, piping systems and water monitoring equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs on auxiliary systems such as glycol pumps and motors, ventilation fans and air compressors.
• Monitor liquid nitrogen production equipment and the waste heat recovery system, and assist the wastewater treatment plant operator with troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Complete maintenance records, operating logbooks and databases, and keep inventory of tools, parts and consumables accurate to 98% or better.
• Coordinate ordering of repair and spare parts with the Operator in Responsible Charge and advise the Power & Water Supervisor on equipment status.
• Train the Water Plant Operator on mechanical equipment and respond to unscheduled equipment or process failures.
• Work in compliance with ASC ESH, waste management and quality assurance requirements, and participate in safety training and hazard mitigation.

Required profile

• High school diploma or GED; two years of experience maintaining and repairing water treatment equipment.
• Willingness and ability to deploy to Antarctica for extended periods, with medical, dental and federal background checks completed.
• US citizenship required for facility credentials at this location; valid US driver's license.
• Ability to lift and move equipment, climb in and out of equipment, crawl and work outdoors in extreme cold.

Required skills

• Working knowledge of reverse osmosis units, pumps, valves, piping systems and water monitoring equipment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Preferred: OSHA HAZWOPER 40-hour certification and previous experience with remote Polar Logistics operations.