WATER/WASTEWATER FACILITIES MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

Job Summary:

The W/R Facility Mechanical Technician is responsible for performing technical mechanical work in the maintenance, repair, installation, and replacement of mechanical equipment related to water/wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations, and related facilities. Responsibilities include installing, maintaining, and repairing pumps, motors, hydraulic systems, and other apparatus/equipment in the water/wastewater treatment plants/lift stations; performing regular preventive maintenance inspections; troubleshooting, repairing, and diagnosing parts/equipment; assisting with electrical work; welding metals to fabricate, install, and repair various parts; performing plumbing work to install and repair pipes, valves, and piping system components; inspecting elevated water storage tanks and pumping stations; servicing chlorinators; maintaining records of preventive maintenance and repairs; and driving/operating vehicles in performing work assignments. The position operates under general supervision and requires extended hours, weekend, and on-call/call-back availability.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

- None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

- Adheres to safety rules; operates and maintains assigned equipment safely and efficiently.

- Responds to customer concerns and complaints professionally and timely.

- Assumes responsibility for personal productivity and quality of work.

- Maintains a 98% or greater attendance percentage average for four quarters of the performance review period.

- Carries out directions and completes assignments in acceptable time frames.

- Effectively supports co-workers in establishing and achieving objectives.

- Manages personal time, schedules, and deadlines.

- Communicates ideas and information for improving production, procedures, and cost control.

- Coordinates time off with immediate supervisor to minimize disruptions.

- Takes initiative to accomplish goals and demonstrates the ability to learn on the job.

Required Skills/Abilities:

- Good knowledge of safety rules, regulations, and procedures.

- Good knowledge of mechanical maintenance and repair work.

- Good knowledge of the tools, parts, and methods associated with diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining equipment.

- Working knowledge of electrical maintenance, repair, installation, and water/wastewater treatment.

- Skill in the use and maintenance of tools of the trade.

- Ability to work in confining spaces.

- Ability to detect mechanical malfunctioning of assigned equipment by testing, sound, observation, and chart readings.

- Ability to read and follow schematic drawings, blueprints, and written/oral instructions.

- Ability to prepare and maintain records.

- Effective communication skills, both oral and written.

- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of employees.

Education and Experience:

- Graduation from an accredited two-year community/technical college with a degree/certification in a related field and a minimum of two years of experience in mechanical maintenance/repair of pumps/motors; OR

- Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and a minimum of four years of experience as defined above; OR

- An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience as defined above.

Special Requirements:

- Functional Employment Test (FET) required.

- Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina Driver’s License.

- When employed at the Lift Stations, must obtain a valid North Carolina Class B (CDL) within six months of employment/assignment to the position.

Physical Requirements:

- Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position.

GRADE 406 $23.29 -$30.68 HOURLY NON-EXEMPT

ON-CALL AND OVERTIME AS REQUIRED