Industrial Mechanic 1- Operations
Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County
At a glance
Industrial Mechanic 1- Operations with the Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County in Nashville, TN, paying $64,236 a year ($30.88 an hour). Posted Jun 22, 2026; closes Oct 31, 2026.
- Pay
- $64,236 a year ($30.88 an hour)
- Location
- Nashville, TN
- Employer
- Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County (city government)
- Posted
- Jun 22, 2026
- Closes
- Oct 31, 2026
Job 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.*
• 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.
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.
• 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.
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.
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