City of Virginia Beach
Maintenance Worker/Utility Mechanic I - Sewer Pump Stations
City of Virginia Beach, Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States, 23450
Maintenance Worker/Utility Mechanic I
The Department of Public Utilities provides quality water and sanitary sewer services to Virginia Beach residents. Be a part of our dedicated and exemplary workforce who provide these essential services. We are currently hiring for Maintenance Worker/Utility Mechanic I positions with our Sewer Pump Stations team. Based upon candidates meeting the minimum qualifications and their relevant experience, the starting salary for these positions is: Maintenance Worker, G.15 - $35,006.40/annually, $16.83/hourly Utility Mechanic I, G.17 - $38,584.00/annually, $18.55/hourly *Candidates will be evaluated based on past work history/job experience and interview performance. Actual position (Maintenance Worker or Utility Mechanic I) will be determined on the qualifications of the selected applicant and made part of the job offer. Offers made post-interview are not guaranteed to be made at the Utility Mechanic I level. Special Requirements for Public Utilities, Operations & Maintenance: Must be available to work evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, standby and overtime when required to meet operational needs as we are a 24/7/365 department. Positions within this class have been designated as Alpha I positions requiring employees to work during inclement weather, regardless of the City's operational status. This position may require that incumbents wear and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to, steel toed shoes, safety glasses, gloves, or other designated safety attire and equipment in designated areas of risk. Specific requirements will be determined and communicated by the employee's supervisor based on position assigned. Job duties on the Sewer Pump Station team include but are not limited to: Performing heavy manual labor in connection with the construction, maintenance, and repair of sanitary sewer pumping stations and related equipment Ability to lift, without assistance, heavy articles such as pump components and manhole covers that weigh approximately 50 pounds Operate a non-CDL motor vehicle Utilize computerized mapping to navigate service area and identify utilities Ensure the proper tools, equipment, and materials are available to complete daily routine maintenance and repairs Maintain personal protective equipment Display knowledge and proper use and care of basic hand tools, common maintenance, and manual labor tasks and the use of associated tools Assist in diagnose and troubleshooting of utility problems/mechanical pump failures and/or pump malfunctions Generate/follow computerized work orders (iPad), monitor, and respond to alarms at Sewer Pumping Stations and prioritize tasks to accomplish repairs Prepare written and computerized documents for work activities Follow oral and written instructions and safety precautions/practices for construction work Ability to work off of extension ladders and in confined spaces following proper DEQ and VOSH Standards and Environmental Regulations, and Standard Operating Procedures Attend safety and job-related trainings as assigned Performs other job duties as determined by the supervisor based on workload and department needs In addition to the listed minimum requirements and job duties, the ideal candidate for these positions will have experience in the areas listed in the 'Preferences' section of this ad. The City offers a generous benefits package such as health, dental and life insurance, retirement, and savings plans. Other key benefits include: Maternity/paternity and parental leave (after 1 year of service) Leave donation program Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program Professional Development
The Department of Public Utilities provides quality water and sanitary sewer services to Virginia Beach residents. Be a part of our dedicated and exemplary workforce who provide these essential services. We are currently hiring for Maintenance Worker/Utility Mechanic I positions with our Sewer Pump Stations team. Based upon candidates meeting the minimum qualifications and their relevant experience, the starting salary for these positions is: Maintenance Worker, G.15 - $35,006.40/annually, $16.83/hourly Utility Mechanic I, G.17 - $38,584.00/annually, $18.55/hourly *Candidates will be evaluated based on past work history/job experience and interview performance. Actual position (Maintenance Worker or Utility Mechanic I) will be determined on the qualifications of the selected applicant and made part of the job offer. Offers made post-interview are not guaranteed to be made at the Utility Mechanic I level. Special Requirements for Public Utilities, Operations & Maintenance: Must be available to work evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, standby and overtime when required to meet operational needs as we are a 24/7/365 department. Positions within this class have been designated as Alpha I positions requiring employees to work during inclement weather, regardless of the City's operational status. This position may require that incumbents wear and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to, steel toed shoes, safety glasses, gloves, or other designated safety attire and equipment in designated areas of risk. Specific requirements will be determined and communicated by the employee's supervisor based on position assigned. Job duties on the Sewer Pump Station team include but are not limited to: Performing heavy manual labor in connection with the construction, maintenance, and repair of sanitary sewer pumping stations and related equipment Ability to lift, without assistance, heavy articles such as pump components and manhole covers that weigh approximately 50 pounds Operate a non-CDL motor vehicle Utilize computerized mapping to navigate service area and identify utilities Ensure the proper tools, equipment, and materials are available to complete daily routine maintenance and repairs Maintain personal protective equipment Display knowledge and proper use and care of basic hand tools, common maintenance, and manual labor tasks and the use of associated tools Assist in diagnose and troubleshooting of utility problems/mechanical pump failures and/or pump malfunctions Generate/follow computerized work orders (iPad), monitor, and respond to alarms at Sewer Pumping Stations and prioritize tasks to accomplish repairs Prepare written and computerized documents for work activities Follow oral and written instructions and safety precautions/practices for construction work Ability to work off of extension ladders and in confined spaces following proper DEQ and VOSH Standards and Environmental Regulations, and Standard Operating Procedures Attend safety and job-related trainings as assigned Performs other job duties as determined by the supervisor based on workload and department needs In addition to the listed minimum requirements and job duties, the ideal candidate for these positions will have experience in the areas listed in the 'Preferences' section of this ad. The City offers a generous benefits package such as health, dental and life insurance, retirement, and savings plans. Other key benefits include: Maternity/paternity and parental leave (after 1 year of service) Leave donation program Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program Professional Development