Utility Maintenance Mechanic III

The purpose of this job is to ensure the efficient and reliable delivery of Drinking Water. Provides safe, good tasting, good quality drinking water customers in sufficient quantities and at a reasonable cost. Provides reliable equipment operations needed to accomplish this endeavor. Provides support services to other departments within the city's organization.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Maintains operational condition of pumping assets needed to produce and move drinking water.
• Replaces, repairs, plumbs, and maintains all piping needed in the Filtration Plant
• Installs new equipment
• Diagnoses mechanical defects and makes appropriate repairs
• Performs preventative maintenance on equipment and plumbing systems
• Maintains records and logs
• Orders necessary parts and materials
• Provides guidance, training and direction to less experienced mechanics and plant assistants
• Performs related work as required

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma (or GED equivalent)
• -AND--
• At least four (4) years of experience in mechanical maintenance and repair work, especially related to plant maintenance
• -OR--
• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities

We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision starting on Day 1
• 6% employee 401a contribution with employer matching (6% or 7% based on bargaining unit)
• Employee & Employer contributions to Retiree Health Savings Account
• Voluntary benefits such as term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, accidental insurance, disability insurance, and deferred compensation plan options
• Twelve Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Paid parking (if applicable)
• Employee Home Ownership Incentive
• Tuition Reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program with free mental health counseling
• Comprehensive Wellness program with a health and wellness incentive
• Employee Discounts and Perks

Should an applicant need any disability related accommodation or other consideration in the application or selection process, please notify the human resources department upon submittal of application.

The City of Grand Rapids does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.