What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Technician I/II (Maintenance Career Path) position at Center for Digital Governmtent?
Position Description
This posting will be used to fill Full-time, Safety Sensitive, Represented, positions in the Mechanical Technician proficiency advancement series in the Department of Public Works. The proficiency advancement series consists of the positions of Mechanical Technician I, and Mechanical Technician II and Senior Mechanical Technician. Once hired, employees non-competitively advance through the Mechanical Technician series by obtaining additional skills and certifications and receiving skill based pay increases. The credentials of each candidate determine which position classification is most appropriate for a candidate to be selected. for. A pre-hire test is conducted prior to an offer of employment in order to determine the candidate's technical skill level and the appropriate starting rate of pay for the position.
NATURE AND VARIETY OF WORK
Work involves responsibility for performance of a variety of maintenance activities that support the efficient and safe operation of wastewater and water pumping stations and treatment plants. Work is primarily mechanical in nature but includes some related electrical duties. Work assignments include the independent performance of preventative and predictive maintenance tasks, inspection of the operating conditions and performance of mechanical equipment and systems, performance of intermediate level corrective maintenance tasks and assisting others in the performance of intermediate level corrective maintenance tasks and assisting others in the performance of advanced corrective maintenance tasks on mechanical equipment and systems. Work also involves executing specific instructions from a senior co-worker or supervisor. Work is inspected while in progress and upon completion by senior co-workers or supervisors for quality, effectiveness and safety. Employees in this classification are designated essential employees and must report to work as scheduled under all weather conditions with frequent exposure to outdoor temperatures. Employees may be required to work overtime, holidays, weekends and standby duty. The work of this class requires frequent bending, climbing, stooping, reaching, walking, crawling in tight spaces such as sewer pumping station wet wells and valve vaults where odors and gases are present and lifting heavy items up to 50 pounds.
Examples Of Duties And Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
(Note: The duties and responsibilities enumerated in this class specification are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications and salary level for this class. They are not intended to include all of the essential functions of the class.)
The Mechanical Technician I,and Mechanical Technician II, and Senior Mechanical Technician are differentiated on the basis of skills, certification, licensing, and demonstrated ability to perform specified skills as defined in the Personal Qualifications Standards of the Maintenance Career Program Manual, a separate component of the skill-based EXCEL Flexible Worker Program.
Mechanical Technician I: Work involves responsibility for performance a variety of basic maintenance activities that support the efficient and safe operation of wastewater and water pumping stations and treatment plants. Work is primarily mechanical in nature but may include some minor electrical duties. Work assignments include the independent performance of basic preventative maintenance tasks, inspection of the operating conditions and performance of mechanical equipment and systems, performance of basic corrective maintenance and assisting others in performing intermediate and advanced corrective maintenance tasks on mechanical equipment and systems. Work also involves executing specific instructions from a senior co-worker or supervisor. Work is inspected while in progress and upon completion by senior co-workers or supervisors for quality, effectiveness and safety.
Mechanical Technician II: Work involves responsibility for performance of a variety of intermediate maintenance activities that support the efficient and safe operation of wastewater and water pumping stations and treatment plants. Work is primarily mechanical in nature but includes some related electrical duties. Work assignments include the independent performance of preventative and predictive maintenance tasks, inspection of the operating conditions and performance of mechanical equipment and systems, performance of intermediate level corrective maintenance tasks and assisting others in the performance of intermediate level corrective maintenance tasks and assisting others in the performance of advanced corrective maintenance tasks on mechanical equipment and systems. Work also involves executing specific instructions from a senior co-worker or supervisor. Work is inspected while in progress and upon completion by senior co-workers or supervisors for quality, effectiveness and safety.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications The following positions are part of the Maintenance Career Path (MCP). These positions require a pre-hire test in order to determine the candidate's technical skill level and appropriate starting rate of pay. The MCP certifications can only be obtained through employment with Anne Arundel County.
The minimum requirements for each position in the Mechanical Technician proficiency advancement series are as follows:
Minimum Qualifications:
MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN I Graduation from high school; one (1) or more years experience in the maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment, including engines, transmissions, gear drives, pumps, and valves; and a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator's license.
MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN II Graduation from high school; Maintenance Career Path certification as a Mechanical Technician I; two (2) or more years experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and plumbing equipment.; and a valid commercial Class B motor vehicle operator's license. Successful candidates that do not possess a valid commercial Class B motor vehicle operator's must obtain the license within six (6) months of hire.
Note: The Maintenance Career Path certification as a Mechanical Technician I may be substituted with a minimum of 200 hours of training from a recognized technical or manufacturer's training school in welding, machine shop practices, and/or industrial mechanical maintenance or equivalent college credits in Mechanical specialization.
NOTE: These positions are Safety Sensitive and employees in these positions are subject to Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) and Alcohol testing. NOTE: Longevity pay is available based on years of service.
Preferences:
Supplemental Qualifications
Mechanical Technician I: Preference will be given to candidates with experience in the maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment in an industrial setting including gear drives, pumps and valves. Mechanical Technician II: Preference will be given to candidates with the following:
The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are required to accurately and completely respond to each question by providing the information asked in each question. Your responses will be used to initially determine your qualifications and eligibility for this position. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME" OR CUT AND PASTE YOUR RESUME IN RESPONSE TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS. This response and a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. THIS MEANS YOU MAY BE INELIGIBLE FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION IN THIS RECRUITMENT PROCESS. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.
Did you graduate from high school or obtain an GED?
The Mechanical Technician I position requires one (1) or more years experience in the maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment, including engines, transmissions, gear drives, pumps, and valves. Please indicate how you possess this experience by including duties performed, positions held, employers and dates of employment.
04
For the position of Mechanical Technician I preference will be given to candidates with experience in the maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment in an industrial setting to include gear drives, pumps and valves. Do you possess this experience?
For Mechanical Technician I preference will be given to candidates with experience in the maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment in an industrial setting including gear drives, pumps and valves. Please indicate how you possess this experience by including duties performed, positions held, relevant employers and dates/length of employment.
06
Do you possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license?
Please indicate your driver's license number and the State where this license was acquired. This information is required in order to be considered for this position.
08
The Mechanical Technician II position requires possession of two (2) or more years experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and plumbing equipment. Do you possess this experience?
The Mechanical Technician II position requires possession of two (2) or more years experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and plumbing equipment. Please indicate how you possess this experience by including duties performed, positions held, employers and dates/length of employment.
10
The Mechanical Technician II position requires possession of the Maintenance Career Path certification as a Mechanical Technician I which can only be obtained as a county employee in the MCP program. Do you possess the substitution for the Maintenance Career Path certification as a Mechanical Technician I, by possession of a minimum of 200 hours of training from a recognized technical or manufacturer's training school in welding, machine shop practices, and/or industrial mechanical maintenance or equivalent college credits in Mechanical specialization?
If you answered yes to the previous question, the Mechanical Technician II position requires possession of the Maintenance Career Path certification as a Mechanical Technician I. Please describe how you may possess the substitution for the Maintenance Career Path certification as a Mechanical Technician I, by possession of a minimum of 200 hours of training from a recognized technical or manufacturer's training school in welding, machine shop practices, and/or industrial mechanical maintenance or equivalent college credits in mechanical specialization. Please describe in detail how you may possess this equivalency by indicating course certifications for any training completed in welding, machine shop practices, and/or industrial mechanical maintenance.
12
For the position of Mechanical Technician II preference will be given to candidates with experience in the maintenance, repair and the re-build of positive displacement and/or centrifugal pumps, blowers, and gear boxes. Do you possess this experience?
Please describe how you possess experience and proficiency in the maintenance, repair and the re-build of positive displacement or centrifugal pumps, blowers, and gear boxes. Please provide examples of work to illustrate how you possess this experience and your level of skill
14
For the position of Mechanical Technician II, preference will be given to candidates with experience with reading diagrams, schematics and blueprints. Do you possess this experience?
Please describe how you possess experience and proficiency with reading diagrams, schematics and blueprints. Please provide examples of work to illustrate your skill level.
16
For the position of Mechanical Technician II preference will be given to candidates with experience working with precision measuring, close tolerances and clearances with related mechanical equipment. Do you possess this experience?
Please describe how you possess experience and proficiency working with precision measuring, close tolerances and clearances with related mechanical equipment. Please provide examples of work to illustrate your skill level.
18
The positions of Mechanical Technician II & Senior Mechanical Technician require possession of a valid commercial Class B motor vehicle operator's license. Do you possess this license?
If you answered yes, please indicate your license number and the State where this license was acquired.
20
If you do not possess a valid commercial Class B motor vehicle operator's license for the position of Mechanical Technician II and Senior Mechanical Technician, are you willing to obtain this license within six (6) months of employment?
This posting will be used to fill Full-time, Safety Sensitive, Represented, positions in the Mechanical Technician proficiency advancement series in the Department of Public Works. The proficiency advancement series consists of the positions of Mechanical Technician I, and Mechanical Technician II and Senior Mechanical Technician. Once hired, employees non-competitively advance through the Mechanical Technician series by obtaining additional skills and certifications and receiving skill based pay increases. The credentials of each candidate determine which position classification is most appropriate for a candidate to be selected. for. A pre-hire test is conducted prior to an offer of employment in order to determine the candidate's technical skill level and the appropriate starting rate of pay for the position.
NATURE AND VARIETY OF WORK
Work involves responsibility for performance of a variety of maintenance activities that support the efficient and safe operation of wastewater and water pumping stations and treatment plants. Work is primarily mechanical in nature but includes some related electrical duties. Work assignments include the independent performance of preventative and predictive maintenance tasks, inspection of the operating conditions and performance of mechanical equipment and systems, performance of intermediate level corrective maintenance tasks and assisting others in the performance of intermediate level corrective maintenance tasks and assisting others in the performance of advanced corrective maintenance tasks on mechanical equipment and systems. Work also involves executing specific instructions from a senior co-worker or supervisor. Work is inspected while in progress and upon completion by senior co-workers or supervisors for quality, effectiveness and safety. Employees in this classification are designated essential employees and must report to work as scheduled under all weather conditions with frequent exposure to outdoor temperatures. Employees may be required to work overtime, holidays, weekends and standby duty. The work of this class requires frequent bending, climbing, stooping, reaching, walking, crawling in tight spaces such as sewer pumping station wet wells and valve vaults where odors and gases are present and lifting heavy items up to 50 pounds.
Examples Of Duties And Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
(Note: The duties and responsibilities enumerated in this class specification are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications and salary level for this class. They are not intended to include all of the essential functions of the class.)
The Mechanical Technician I,and Mechanical Technician II, and Senior Mechanical Technician are differentiated on the basis of skills, certification, licensing, and demonstrated ability to perform specified skills as defined in the Personal Qualifications Standards of the Maintenance Career Program Manual, a separate component of the skill-based EXCEL Flexible Worker Program.
Mechanical Technician I: Work involves responsibility for performance a variety of basic maintenance activities that support the efficient and safe operation of wastewater and water pumping stations and treatment plants. Work is primarily mechanical in nature but may include some minor electrical duties. Work assignments include the independent performance of basic preventative maintenance tasks, inspection of the operating conditions and performance of mechanical equipment and systems, performance of basic corrective maintenance and assisting others in performing intermediate and advanced corrective maintenance tasks on mechanical equipment and systems. Work also involves executing specific instructions from a senior co-worker or supervisor. Work is inspected while in progress and upon completion by senior co-workers or supervisors for quality, effectiveness and safety.
Mechanical Technician II: Work involves responsibility for performance of a variety of intermediate maintenance activities that support the efficient and safe operation of wastewater and water pumping stations and treatment plants. Work is primarily mechanical in nature but includes some related electrical duties. Work assignments include the independent performance of preventative and predictive maintenance tasks, inspection of the operating conditions and performance of mechanical equipment and systems, performance of intermediate level corrective maintenance tasks and assisting others in the performance of intermediate level corrective maintenance tasks and assisting others in the performance of advanced corrective maintenance tasks on mechanical equipment and systems. Work also involves executing specific instructions from a senior co-worker or supervisor. Work is inspected while in progress and upon completion by senior co-workers or supervisors for quality, effectiveness and safety.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications The following positions are part of the Maintenance Career Path (MCP). These positions require a pre-hire test in order to determine the candidate's technical skill level and appropriate starting rate of pay. The MCP certifications can only be obtained through employment with Anne Arundel County.
The minimum requirements for each position in the Mechanical Technician proficiency advancement series are as follows:
Minimum Qualifications:
MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN I Graduation from high school; one (1) or more years experience in the maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment, including engines, transmissions, gear drives, pumps, and valves; and a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator's license.
MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN II Graduation from high school; Maintenance Career Path certification as a Mechanical Technician I; two (2) or more years experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and plumbing equipment.; and a valid commercial Class B motor vehicle operator's license. Successful candidates that do not possess a valid commercial Class B motor vehicle operator's must obtain the license within six (6) months of hire.
Note: The Maintenance Career Path certification as a Mechanical Technician I may be substituted with a minimum of 200 hours of training from a recognized technical or manufacturer's training school in welding, machine shop practices, and/or industrial mechanical maintenance or equivalent college credits in Mechanical specialization.
NOTE: These positions are Safety Sensitive and employees in these positions are subject to Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) and Alcohol testing. NOTE: Longevity pay is available based on years of service.
Preferences:
Supplemental Qualifications
Mechanical Technician I: Preference will be given to candidates with experience in the maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment in an industrial setting including gear drives, pumps and valves. Mechanical Technician II: Preference will be given to candidates with the following:
- Experience in the maintenance, repair and the re-build of positive displacement and/or centrifugal pumps, blowers, and gearboxes.
- Experience reading diagrams, schematics and blueprints.
- Experience working with precision measuring, close tolerances and clearances with related mechanical equipment.
- Possession of a valid Class B Commercial Motor Vehicle Operator's license
- Medical/Health Insurance Plans
- BlueChoice Advantage EPO
- BlueChoice Advantage PPO
- Dental Insurance
- CIGNA Dental PPO (Buy-Up)
- CIGNA Dental PPO (CORE)
- CIGNA Dental HMO (DHMO)
- Vision Insurance
- EyeMed
- Employee Life Insurance
- Term insurance of $10,000 for employees at no cost.
- Ability to purchase Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance
- Disability Income Insurance
- Pension Plan
- Normal retirement after 30 years of service or Age 60 and 10 years of service or election to enroll in the Employees Retirement Savings Plan.
- Deferred Compensation Section 457 Plan
- Direct Deposit
- Credit Union
- Holidays
- Twelve days provided per calendar year, thirteen in general election year
- Annual Leave
- Less than 5 years - 13 days
- 5 years to less than 10 years - 15 days
- 10 years to less than 20 years - 20 days
- 20 years or more- 26 days
- Some positions will receive additional paid annual leave in lieu of holidays and personal leave.
- Disability Leave
- Accrual at a rate of 15 days a year
- Personal Leave Day, five per calendar year
- Leave Sharing
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free, confidential counseling for employee and family members 4X per year per problem per family member; also counseling on legal and financial issues; assistance in locating childcare and elder care
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Dependent Care Reimbursement
- Health Care Reimbursement
- Voluntary Benefits
- Provides you an opportunity to enroll in any or all of the benefits listed below with the convenience of payroll deduction
- Universal Life Insurance with Long Term Care Rider
- United Legal Benefits
The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are required to accurately and completely respond to each question by providing the information asked in each question. Your responses will be used to initially determine your qualifications and eligibility for this position. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME" OR CUT AND PASTE YOUR RESUME IN RESPONSE TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS. This response and a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. THIS MEANS YOU MAY BE INELIGIBLE FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION IN THIS RECRUITMENT PROCESS. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.
- Yes
- No
Did you graduate from high school or obtain an GED?
- Yes
- No
The Mechanical Technician I position requires one (1) or more years experience in the maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment, including engines, transmissions, gear drives, pumps, and valves. Please indicate how you possess this experience by including duties performed, positions held, employers and dates of employment.
04
For the position of Mechanical Technician I preference will be given to candidates with experience in the maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment in an industrial setting to include gear drives, pumps and valves. Do you possess this experience?
- Yes
- No
For Mechanical Technician I preference will be given to candidates with experience in the maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment in an industrial setting including gear drives, pumps and valves. Please indicate how you possess this experience by including duties performed, positions held, relevant employers and dates/length of employment.
06
Do you possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license?
- Yes
- No
Please indicate your driver's license number and the State where this license was acquired. This information is required in order to be considered for this position.
08
The Mechanical Technician II position requires possession of two (2) or more years experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and plumbing equipment. Do you possess this experience?
- Yes
- No
The Mechanical Technician II position requires possession of two (2) or more years experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and plumbing equipment. Please indicate how you possess this experience by including duties performed, positions held, employers and dates/length of employment.
10
The Mechanical Technician II position requires possession of the Maintenance Career Path certification as a Mechanical Technician I which can only be obtained as a county employee in the MCP program. Do you possess the substitution for the Maintenance Career Path certification as a Mechanical Technician I, by possession of a minimum of 200 hours of training from a recognized technical or manufacturer's training school in welding, machine shop practices, and/or industrial mechanical maintenance or equivalent college credits in Mechanical specialization?
- Yes
- No
If you answered yes to the previous question, the Mechanical Technician II position requires possession of the Maintenance Career Path certification as a Mechanical Technician I. Please describe how you may possess the substitution for the Maintenance Career Path certification as a Mechanical Technician I, by possession of a minimum of 200 hours of training from a recognized technical or manufacturer's training school in welding, machine shop practices, and/or industrial mechanical maintenance or equivalent college credits in mechanical specialization. Please describe in detail how you may possess this equivalency by indicating course certifications for any training completed in welding, machine shop practices, and/or industrial mechanical maintenance.
12
For the position of Mechanical Technician II preference will be given to candidates with experience in the maintenance, repair and the re-build of positive displacement and/or centrifugal pumps, blowers, and gear boxes. Do you possess this experience?
- Yes
- No
Please describe how you possess experience and proficiency in the maintenance, repair and the re-build of positive displacement or centrifugal pumps, blowers, and gear boxes. Please provide examples of work to illustrate how you possess this experience and your level of skill
14
For the position of Mechanical Technician II, preference will be given to candidates with experience with reading diagrams, schematics and blueprints. Do you possess this experience?
- Yes
- No
Please describe how you possess experience and proficiency with reading diagrams, schematics and blueprints. Please provide examples of work to illustrate your skill level.
16
For the position of Mechanical Technician II preference will be given to candidates with experience working with precision measuring, close tolerances and clearances with related mechanical equipment. Do you possess this experience?
- Yes
- No
Please describe how you possess experience and proficiency working with precision measuring, close tolerances and clearances with related mechanical equipment. Please provide examples of work to illustrate your skill level.
18
The positions of Mechanical Technician II & Senior Mechanical Technician require possession of a valid commercial Class B motor vehicle operator's license. Do you possess this license?
- Yes
- No
If you answered yes, please indicate your license number and the State where this license was acquired.
20
If you do not possess a valid commercial Class B motor vehicle operator's license for the position of Mechanical Technician II and Senior Mechanical Technician, are you willing to obtain this license within six (6) months of employment?
- Yes
- No
- Required Question