Water & Sewer Maintenance Mechanic - I & D Plant

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• Regularly inspects all mechanical equipment, evaluates performance, and makes recommendations to the assigned supervisor as to maintenance and repair requirements.
  
• Participates in the installation, service, maintenance, and repair of pumps, motors, chlorinators, and other machinery and equipment.
  Respond to and repair sewer backups.
  
• Check, maintain, diagnose problems, and correct problems at various lift stations. Use a crane truck to pull pumps and correct the problem when necessary.
  
• Repair manholes that have been knocked off by vehicles. Locate and raise manholes that have been buried over a period or covered up by contractors.
  
• Operates and cares for power tools in maintaining, fabricating, and repairing parts of equipment; operates large mobile equipment such as a boom truck, a forklift, a hoist, or a crane, when assigned.
  
• May act as lead, directing the work of all crew members, including training, guidance, and counseling, to ensure their safety and welfare in the performance of their duties.
  
• Reviews equipment manuals and maintenance records to develop work plans.
  
• May perform welding, acetylene burning, brazing, soldering, minor carpentry, and painting.
  
• Completes and submits reports of work activities.
  
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  

High School Diploma or GED equivalent with one (1) year of experience in mechanical maintenance and repair of heavy-duty pumping and auxiliary power equipment; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Must possess and maintain a valid state Class C driver's license with an acceptable driving history.

Additional Requirements
Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen, and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.
Knowledge of city and department policies and procedures.
Knowledge of wastewater treatment plant equipment, operations, and processes.
Knowledge of maintenance techniques for a variety of mechanical and electrical systems.
Skill in welding and fabricating parts.
Skill in operating light and heavy equipment.
Skill in using hand, hydraulic, and pneumatic tools.
Skill in reading blueprints.
Skill in repairing and maintaining a variety of pumps and equipment.
Skill in oral and written communication.