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FACILITIES PLANT MECHANIC I, II, III
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Facilities Plant Mechanic
Performs technical and skilled trades work in the maintenance, repair and replacement of machinery and equipment in a water and/or wastewater treatment plant; does related work as required. Facilities Plant Mechanic I: Cleans, services and lubricates pumps, motors and related treatment equipment (15%) Dismantles and repairs various plant equipment such as gauges, grit collectors, conveyors, mechanical grinders, engines, blowers, gas and air compressors and chlorinators (20%) Performs complete overhauls of water and wastewater treatment machinery and equipment including chemical feeders, conveyors, chlorinators and pumps of all types (15%) Maintains and installs liquid chemical feed pumps (10%) Replaces control valves and valve position indicating lights (10%) Makes minor and emergency repairs (10%) Prepares records and reports on plant operations (10%) Performs minor electrical repairs (5%) Serves on the Utilities Maintenance emergency on-call rotation (5%) Facilities Plant Mechanic II: Dismantles, and repairs varied plant equipment such as gauges, grit collectors, conveyors, mechanical grinders, engines, blowers, gas and air compressors, and chlorinators (25%) Performs complete overhauls of water and wastewater treatment machinery and equipment, including, chemical feeders, conveyors, chlorinators and pumps of all types (20%) Cleans, services and lubricates pumps, motors and related treatment equipment (5%) Replaces control valves and valve position indicating lights (10%) Maintains and installs liquid chemical feed pumps (10%) Makes minor and emergency repairs (10%) Prepares, records and reports on plant operations (10%) Performs minor electrical repairs (5%) Serves on the Utilities Maintenance emergency on-call rotation (5%) Facilities Plant Mechanic III: Discusses job requirements with and receives instructions from supervisor (5%) Makes and adjusts work assignments (5%) Performs or assists in performing more difficult tasks (30%) Inspects work in progress to assure conformance with instructions (20%) Trains and instructs unskilled semi-skilled workers (15%) Requisitions necessary equipment and materials (10%) Maintains time and material records (5%) Prepares sample work reports (5%) Serves on the Utilities Maintenance emergency on-call rotation (5%) General knowledge of the installation, repair and maintenance of the mechanical, hydraulic and electrical components of water and wastewater treatment and pump station equipment; general knowledge of the occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions of the work; skill in the use and care of tools of the trade; ability to determine improper operation of water and wastewater pumping and treatment equipment and to take proper remedial action; ability to follow oral and written directions; ability to work under adverse conditions. Graduation from high school or equivalent and moderate experience in water and/or wastewater treatment plant maintenance, or equivalent combination of education and experience. The physical activity of this position includes climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, repetitive motions. Very heavy work: Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The worker is required to have visual acuity to perform one or more of the following: operate machines such as lathes, drill presses, power saws and mills where seeing job is at or within arm's reach; performs mechanical or skilled trades tasks of a non-repetitive nature such as carpenters, technicians, service people, plumbers, painters, mechanics, etc. The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions, oils, and is required to wear a respirator. The worker frequently is in close quarters, crawl space, shafts, manholes, small-enclosed rooms, small sewage and water line pipes, and other areas that could cause claustrophobia. The worker is required to function in narrow aisles or passageways. North Carolina AWWA-WEA Class I Maintenance Technologist Certification within 18 months of employment. NIMS 100, 200, and 700 training within twelve months of hire. Must possess a valid appropriate driver's license with acceptable driving history. Drug screening and criminal background check required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The City of Gastonia is committed to creating and maintaining a work environment that is inclusive, equitable and welcoming. We value diversity and promise to honor your experiences, perspective and unique identity. The City of Gastonia is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/H.
Performs technical and skilled trades work in the maintenance, repair and replacement of machinery and equipment in a water and/or wastewater treatment plant; does related work as required. Facilities Plant Mechanic I: Cleans, services and lubricates pumps, motors and related treatment equipment (15%) Dismantles and repairs various plant equipment such as gauges, grit collectors, conveyors, mechanical grinders, engines, blowers, gas and air compressors and chlorinators (20%) Performs complete overhauls of water and wastewater treatment machinery and equipment including chemical feeders, conveyors, chlorinators and pumps of all types (15%) Maintains and installs liquid chemical feed pumps (10%) Replaces control valves and valve position indicating lights (10%) Makes minor and emergency repairs (10%) Prepares records and reports on plant operations (10%) Performs minor electrical repairs (5%) Serves on the Utilities Maintenance emergency on-call rotation (5%) Facilities Plant Mechanic II: Dismantles, and repairs varied plant equipment such as gauges, grit collectors, conveyors, mechanical grinders, engines, blowers, gas and air compressors, and chlorinators (25%) Performs complete overhauls of water and wastewater treatment machinery and equipment, including, chemical feeders, conveyors, chlorinators and pumps of all types (20%) Cleans, services and lubricates pumps, motors and related treatment equipment (5%) Replaces control valves and valve position indicating lights (10%) Maintains and installs liquid chemical feed pumps (10%) Makes minor and emergency repairs (10%) Prepares, records and reports on plant operations (10%) Performs minor electrical repairs (5%) Serves on the Utilities Maintenance emergency on-call rotation (5%) Facilities Plant Mechanic III: Discusses job requirements with and receives instructions from supervisor (5%) Makes and adjusts work assignments (5%) Performs or assists in performing more difficult tasks (30%) Inspects work in progress to assure conformance with instructions (20%) Trains and instructs unskilled semi-skilled workers (15%) Requisitions necessary equipment and materials (10%) Maintains time and material records (5%) Prepares sample work reports (5%) Serves on the Utilities Maintenance emergency on-call rotation (5%) General knowledge of the installation, repair and maintenance of the mechanical, hydraulic and electrical components of water and wastewater treatment and pump station equipment; general knowledge of the occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions of the work; skill in the use and care of tools of the trade; ability to determine improper operation of water and wastewater pumping and treatment equipment and to take proper remedial action; ability to follow oral and written directions; ability to work under adverse conditions. Graduation from high school or equivalent and moderate experience in water and/or wastewater treatment plant maintenance, or equivalent combination of education and experience. The physical activity of this position includes climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, repetitive motions. Very heavy work: Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The worker is required to have visual acuity to perform one or more of the following: operate machines such as lathes, drill presses, power saws and mills where seeing job is at or within arm's reach; performs mechanical or skilled trades tasks of a non-repetitive nature such as carpenters, technicians, service people, plumbers, painters, mechanics, etc. The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions, oils, and is required to wear a respirator. The worker frequently is in close quarters, crawl space, shafts, manholes, small-enclosed rooms, small sewage and water line pipes, and other areas that could cause claustrophobia. The worker is required to function in narrow aisles or passageways. North Carolina AWWA-WEA Class I Maintenance Technologist Certification within 18 months of employment. NIMS 100, 200, and 700 training within twelve months of hire. Must possess a valid appropriate driver's license with acceptable driving history. Drug screening and criminal background check required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The City of Gastonia is committed to creating and maintaining a work environment that is inclusive, equitable and welcoming. We value diversity and promise to honor your experiences, perspective and unique identity. The City of Gastonia is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/H.