Utility Maintenance Mechanic I

Grade	Job Class	Work Comp	EEO Class/Code	Tier Status
B80-4b	Non-Supervisory	7580	7/Skilled Craft	1

This is skilled work in the maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment of the Contracted and the County's various wastewater treatment and collections facilities, which currently include: Military Point Regional Advanced Wastewater Treatment Facility and, North Bay Wastewater Treatment Plant.  The position also performs the same maintenance at the county’s Water treatment and all distribution sites. This includes upkeep, service, calibration, repair and installation of various mechanical aspects of a multitude of industrial systems within the Water and Wastewater facilities.  Work is performed under the general direction of and is evaluated by the Maintenance Mechanic Foreman, and the Maintenance Mechanic II.

• Performs comprehensive preventative maintenance on all equipment including but not limited to pumps, valves, compressors, gates, and other on-site equipment and machinery.
• Maintains complete and accurate records of all maintenance and repairs, and reports it to the Maintenance Mechanic Foreman, or Mechanic II.
• Assists in fabrication and/or installs minor equipment and piping modifications and additions.
• Assists in performing equipment vibration analysis and thermal imaging to develop predictive maintenance needs and schedule.
• Ability to learn how to operate backhoes, loaders, tractors, skid steers, and other various equipment.
• Becomes familiar with the operational and maintenance aspects of all Utility sites, pump stations, plants, and properties.
• The employer may add to or change duties at any time and as determined by the County and its leaders to best ensure that the public is served through the work of the Department.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Possess a high school diploma or the equivalent; AND
• One (1) year of experience in the repair and maintenance of the types of equipment found in either industrial plants, refineries, chemical plants, commercial shipyards, water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants, and collection systems. 
• A comparable amount of training and/or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

 
Licenses and/or Certifications

• Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain a valid Florida driver license upon offer of employment with a driving record acceptable to the County Driving Policy and insurance program.
• May be required to possess, or obtain and maintain, a Class “A” Florida Commercial Driver’s License as a condition of employment.

• Knowledge of repair and maintenance procedures for the types of equipment found in Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants, Storage Facilities, Pumping Stations, and Lift Stations.
• Knowledge of and experience using a wide assortment of hand and power tools and other repair or maintenance equipment, including safety equipment.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and precautions required when performing maintenance tasks on equipment typically found in the wastewater plant.
• Knowledge of project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to learn troubleshooting techniques and repairs, maintains and/or calibrates mechanical, electrical, electronic and ancillary equipment associated with the County’s Water and Waste-Water treatment facilities, Collection Sites, and Storage/Distribution Sites: inclusive of items such as pumps, valves, motors, air compressors, sensors and telemetry equipment, ultraviolet light disinfection equipment, solids centrifuge equipment, flow meters, generators and related equipment. 
• Ability to learn how to utilize the Computer Maintenance Management System to effectively control resources and manage assets.
• Ability to have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work and maintain reliable full-time attendance. 
• Ability to comprehend, speak, and read the English language.
• Ability to have and maintain good interpersonal and communication skills to deal with the public.
• Ability to read and comprehend complex technical information and mechanical drawings concerning equipment construction, repair and maintenance procedures.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, subordinates and supervisors. 

Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions
Work is primarily performed outdoors and requires exposure to environmental changes (e.g., outdoor weather and/or field conditions, warehouses, garages, etc.) or irate customers, extreme noise, odors, heights and/or dust.

This position requires some exposure or risk to physical health and/or physical safety (e.g., exposure to environmentally hazardous material, heavy equipment, etc.).  This position may require the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and may include completing and successfully passing medical evaluations or clearances.

This position requires stooping, crouching, walking, pulling, lifting, grasping, hearing, visual acuity (i.e. seeing up close, seeing far away, depth perception), kneeling, reaching, pushing, talking, standing, climbing, finger movement, repetitive motions.  This position may require frequent lifting and carrying of 25-50lbs, and occasionally up to 100lbs. 
 
Work Location
Not Eligible for Remote Work - This position is assigned to a county worksite. Due to the non-portable nature of the essential functions of this position, this position is not eligible for telework.

Salary : $39,208 - $68,598