Utilities Maintenance Mechanic Trainee-Lift Stations

Purpose of Classifcation
The purpose of this c lassification is to delineate the job requirements for entry level individuals who assist with the repair and maintenance of mechanical machinery/equipment at lift stations and related facilities.Essential Functions

The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classi?cation. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of speci?c statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classi?cation if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classi?cation. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Entry level Position to assist other sta? with and learn the following tasks/duties:

Inspects, troubleshoots, and performs mechanical repair/maintenance on lift station machinery/equipment, wet wells, telemetry, well ?elds, and related facilities; installs new systems, upgrades existing systems, and replaces old equipment; performs preventive maintenance and minor welding; and preventive maintenance work to maximize e?ciency of equipment; tests machinery, equipment and parts for proper operations; and reports problem situations.
Diagnoses, installs, disassembles, maintains, and repairs lift station equipment, which may include submersible and dry pumps, engines, drives, motors, generators, controls, chemical feed piping, concentrators, jets, media ?lters, control valves, hydraulic valves, control panels, air release valves, mixers, compressors, oilers, blowers, alarm systems, injectors, switch gears, and other machinery.

Receives and safely performs various work orders for repair/maintenance tasks, which may include oiling/greasing/lubricating machinery, rebuilding/aligning motors/pumps, rebuilding gear boxes, cutting/?tting pipes, repairing/replacing valves, repairing chemical lines, replacing mechanical parts, checking containment areas, checking generators, exercising valves, locking out defective equipment, welding/fabricating and assembling metal parts and components, cleaning tanks, resetting timers for automatic lights, calibrating machinery, digging holes/ditches, or lifting/moving heavy materials; transports, loads and unloads various equipment and materials used in projects.

Operates a variety of machinery, equipment, and tools associated with work activities, which may include a forklift, air compressor, pressure washer, generator, pump, con?ned space hoist, gas detector, welder, cutting torch, drill press, drill, saw, grinder, meters, gauges, self-contained breathing apparatus, ladder, carpentry tools, electrician tools, pipe?tting tools, mechanic tools, calibration equipment, laser alignment systems and diagnostic instruments.

Performs general cleaning/maintenance tasks necessary to keep buildings, machinery, equipment, and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, checking/replacing ?uids, greasing equipment, replacing parts, washing/cleaning equipment, pressure washing machinery and facilities, painting buildings and machinery, and cleaning shop/work areas; monitors equipment operations to maintain e?ciency and safety; reports faulty equipment.

Performs general cleaning/maintenance tasks necessary to keep buildings, machinery, equipment, and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, checking/replacing ?uids, greasing equipment, replacing parts, washing/cleaning equipment, pressure washing machinery and facilities, painting buildings and machinery, and cleaning shop/work areas; monitors equipment operations to maintain e?ciency and safety; reports faulty equipment.

Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.

Assists in monitoring inventory levels of parts, equipment, tools, or supplies to ensure adequate supply of materials; stocks shelves with incoming deliveries.

Reads and interprets architectural/engineering drawings, electrical, mechanical drawings, technical manuals, plans, and instructions.

Receives and interprets various forms, reports, correspondence, work orders, daily work reports, con?ned space entry sheets, warehouse order sheets, material safety data sheets, architectural drawings, electrical drawings, maps, manuals, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.

Monitors Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and telemetry systems. Receives, evaluates, troubleshoots, and responds to lift station ?eld alarms.

Operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify Asset management and GIS data; utilizes computer programs to monitor lift station operations and diagnose/troubleshoot problems.

Communicates via telephone computer e-mail and/or two-way radio; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages; responds to requests for service or assistance.

Communicates with supervisor, employees, other divisions, other departments, contractors, the public, and other individuals as needed, to coordinate safe work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.

Reads professional literature; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate to learn and keep abreast of new procedures, trends, and advances in the profession.

Minimum Quali?cations

High school diploma or equivalent;
Must have basic math and computer operations skills. Must pass a basic education knowledge test.
Must have some experience in manual labor and/or construction work
Must possess (or able to obtain within fourteen (14) days of hire) and maintain a valid Florida driver's license.

Individuals selected for this position will be required to successfully complete a training program within two (2) years in the position. The training program will cover all facets of the job, including lift station mechanical maintenance. Successful completion of the training program will be based on meeting the criteria outlined in the Career Path Advancement Requirements section (below). Failure to successfully complete the requirements of the program may result in termination from the training program and separation of employment.COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES
E?ectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, and to resolve problems.

Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals.

Ability to understand, follow oral and written instructions.

Demonstrated ability to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction.

Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on basic matters.

Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with Superintendent, customers, other employees, other departments, other governmental and regulatory agencies, and the general public as needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Basic math skills. Customer service skills.
Demonstrates ability to use the tools and equipment in area of assignment. Demonstrates ability to read maps.
Demonstrates ability to maintain work area in an organized manner Ability to record and deliver information accurately.
Ability to communicate both orally and in writing; understand and follow communications.
Ability to get along with others and work as a team. Ability to work overtime

CAREER PATH ADVANCEMENT REQUIREMENTS

The following requirements must be met to advance to Utilities Maintenance Mechanic:

Must have a minimum of one (1) year of work experience within Pumping Stations.
Must successfully complete the requirements of a training program within two (2) years by doing the following:
Complete provided mechanical training or coursework in the following areas:
Con?ned space training Defensive driving
Blueprint reading
Gear box maintenance Belts and chain drives Pumps and Valves
Pipe ?tting: components and practices Gaskets and couplings
Bearings and lubrication
Alignment of pumps and motors
Other training as necessary and becomes available

Must obtain a Wastewater C Certification
Must complete a division area speci?c test with a minimum score of 70%. Must meet 100% of the Utility Maintenance Mechanic Trainee's KSA's and 70% of the Utility Maintenance Mechanic's KSA's in one (1) divisional functional area.

This list is not exhaustive and may be modi?ed as required to facilitate successful operation of the Utilities department. Meeting the above career path advancement requirements must be veri?ed and documented by the assigned supervisor.

Experience and/or training received from an outside entity will be evaluated on a case by case basis for credit towards the above minimum work experience.

Physical and Sensory Requirements / Environmental Factors

Physical Ability: Tasks require the regular and, at times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (50 pounds).

Sensory Requirements: Tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, bright/dim light, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, tra?c hazards, toxic agents, disease, pathogenic substances, heights, or con?ned spaces.

The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S. C. 12101 et. seq.), the City of Boynton Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to quali?ed individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modi?cations to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty pro?ciently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of signi?cant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.
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