UT Maintenance Mechanic

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CITY OF SALINA

POSITION DESCRIPTION

CLASS TITLE: UT Maintenance Mechanic GR: 109 DATE: 6/6/2025

DEPARTMENT: Utilities DIVISION: Administration FLSA: Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO: Utilities Maintenance Superintendent APPROVED: \_\_\_\_\_

JOB CODE: 7084

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under general direction, performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled

mechanical repair work involving the

maintenance of the water and wastewater systems equipment and

facilities, aquatic facilities, and splash

pads; power equipment; and preventative maintenance work. Work is

complex, determining a sequence of

operations and scheduling.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

Performs skilled and semi-skilled mechanical repairs to equipment at the

Water or Wastewater

Treatment Plants and related facilities, including but not limited to:

pumps, blowers, filters, chemical feed

equipment, motors, electrical controls, boilers, generators, laboratory

equipment, piping, valves, and

automated controls.

Inspect machinery and equipment for repair and maintenance.

Assist in procuring estimates, parts, or proposals for new or

replacement equipment.

Maintain and repair equipment as needed.

Performs minor electrical repairs.

Assist in maintaining a parts inventory.

Perform preventative maintenance on equipment as assigned.

Document and record preventative maintenance and repair records.

Read and interpret technical manuals for repairs or installation of

equipment.

Use and maintain a variety of tools used to repair equipment.

Make equipment repairs utilizing both gas and electrical welding

equipment.

Performs overtime and after-hours calls as required and other duties as

assigned.

SUPERVISION - RESPONSIBILITY FOR WORK OF OTHERS:

None.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

High school diploma or equivalent; two (2) years of

mechanical/electrical experience or education preferred;

and possession of a valid Kansas drivers license.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS:

This position has a 40-minute response time by way of the most direct

route and within the posted speed

limits or must live within the city limits of Salina, Bennington,

Minneapolis, McPherson, Solomon, Abilene,

or Carneiro.

ESSENTIAL DAILY JOB FUNCTIONS:

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff,

officials, and the public (Daily)

Determine the cause of system or equipment malfunctions and apply

remedial actions as assigned (Daily)

Complete assigned tasks accurately and in a timely manner (Daily)

Maintain accurate records of repairs (paper and electronic)

Obtain knowledge of the functions of the water or wastewater treatment

processes to maintain plant

equipment properly and effectively (Daily)

CLASS TITLE: UT Maintenance Mechanic DEPARTMENT: Utilities Page: 2

ESSENTIAL DAILY JOB FUNCTIONS (CONTINUED):

Communicate maintenance and repairs scheduled and completed (Daily)

Establish and enforce safety practices (Daily)

Read and interpret utility maps, operating instructions, and other

equipment manuals

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Work Type: Heavy, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally,

and/or up to 50 pounds of force

frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Climbing/Balancing: Climb water towers, chemical silos, inclines and

ladders, uneven surfaces, balance

required.

Walking: Extensive amount required.

Stooping/Bending: Frequently.

Stand/Sit: Sit about 20 percent of the time.

Reaching: Frequent, overhead a s well as horizontal.

Vision: Adequate to perform essential job functions.

Color Vision: Adequate to perform essential job functions.

Hearing: Adequate to perform essential job functions.

Speech: Frequently express ideas and be understood.

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Occasionally operates precision equipment.

Manual Dexterity: Frequently operates valves, switches, tools, and

precision equipment, etc.

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Inside/Outside: Work inside and outside.

Cold/Heat: Adverse conditions possible.

Wet/Dry: Adverse conditions possible.

Noise/Vibrations: Equipment noise.

Hazards: Moderate exposure to chemicals.

Fumes/Dust/Odors: Frequent exposure to fumes, odors, and dust.

Infectious Diseases: Moderate exposure.

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Ability to read and comprehend technically written material.

Ability to listen to and apply information and instructions.

Ability to organize information for concise written records.

Ability to understand and apply mathematical conce