What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Specialist III position at City of Shreveport?
Class Title
This is a senior-level position in the Field Operations Division.
Duties
Field Operations assignment will operate heavy equipment, such as backhoes, front end loaders, etc. and will drive the trucks/vans which will transport crews and haul equipment to work sites. Employee will supervise the work crews at all sites and will be responsible for ensuring that heavy equipment is properly maintained and serviced. In this capacity, employee will assist the supervisor as required and will oversee the zone in the supervisor's absence. Employee will supervise and plan workloads for wash truck, dump truck and hydrant inspection personnel, flushing crews, provide training on proper maintenance and repair of sewer and water mains, hydrants, manholes, etc.; investigate system, problems and develop corrective actions; oversee the valving down and tapping of water and force mains in the zone; oversee the installation of valves, hydrants, air relief valves, fittings, and other appurtenances. Meter Shop assignment will drive the vans to transport meter readers to and from their assigned cycle and route. In this capacity, employee will assist the supervisor as required for the planning of daily activities, loading and unloading of equipment and materials and other duties as required. This employee will supervise the meter readers assigned to them and may be required to read meters using a hand held processor. This will include quality control for accurate and consistent reading of meters. Plants/Sewer Lift assignment will lead and direct work teams; plan for construction projects; prepare plans for future facility needs; implements improved operational and mechanical procedures. May perform or oversee the performance of the following duties: troubleshoots operational and mechanical issues; performs preventive maintenance on all assigned equipment; performs reactive maintenance as required; picks up equipment parts from vendors; installs, repairs or replaces functional parts and components; routinely inspects plant equipment and facilities; washes down and cleans out basins as required; adds grease and oil to pumps; replaces air filters; operates radio; completes work orders and basic forms; performs and maintains housekeeping standards; understands basic electrical safety; operates forklift, weed-eater, and tractor/bush hog; repairs fences and wooden structures. All Maintenance Specialist III's will be able to perform any of the tasks required of a Maintenance Specialist I or II employee and may be called upon to do so if required. Requisitions parts and supplies. Ensures that work teams observe allsafety requirements. Completes or assist in documenting work orders, basic forms and employee evaluations. Interacts with customers. Responsible for maintenance of buildings and grounds. Responsible for fueling rental pumps. Responsible for maintaining inventory of assigned tools & equipment, as well as proper operation, care and security of assigned items for performing work assigned and reporting needed repairs and loss of equipment and tools. Demonstrates knowledge and use of computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) and related documentation procedures. Initiates work orders. Maintains job safety standards (personal protection equipment, etc.); complies with City of Shreveport vehicle safety rules; trains new team members on safe work practices. Regularly attends required safety, job related and certification training classes as required. Subject to be on call 24/7. Performs other duties as assigned or required.
Minimum Qualifications
Physical Requirements: Position may require moderate to extensive stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions, along with some combination of climbing and balancing; may be subject to sitting for prolonged periods of time at a keyboard or workstation. Position requires abilities to consistently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, 50 pounds frequently and 100 pounds occasionally.
Work Environment: Work is performed outdoors and/or indoors with exposure to noise, dirt, grease, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, fumes, animals, insects, chemicals, treated/untreated sewer, treated/untreated water, inclement weather, machinery with moving parts requiring use of protective devices and computer screens.
The City of Shreveport offers many benefits including vacation and sick leave, health, dental and vision insurance, 10 paid holidays per calendar year and long term disability.
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What is your highest level of education
Do you have a valid state vehicle operator's license? (You must submit proof at time of hire)
How manyyars of experience as a Maintenance Spcialist II or in industrial/enviornmental operations and/or maintenance do you have?
Please list the name of the company where you obtained this experience and the duties that you performed. Please provide dates of employment. (If there is more than one company, please list each separately). Please do not put "See Resume" Company: Duties: Dates:
This is a senior-level position in the Field Operations Division.
Duties
Field Operations assignment will operate heavy equipment, such as backhoes, front end loaders, etc. and will drive the trucks/vans which will transport crews and haul equipment to work sites. Employee will supervise the work crews at all sites and will be responsible for ensuring that heavy equipment is properly maintained and serviced. In this capacity, employee will assist the supervisor as required and will oversee the zone in the supervisor's absence. Employee will supervise and plan workloads for wash truck, dump truck and hydrant inspection personnel, flushing crews, provide training on proper maintenance and repair of sewer and water mains, hydrants, manholes, etc.; investigate system, problems and develop corrective actions; oversee the valving down and tapping of water and force mains in the zone; oversee the installation of valves, hydrants, air relief valves, fittings, and other appurtenances. Meter Shop assignment will drive the vans to transport meter readers to and from their assigned cycle and route. In this capacity, employee will assist the supervisor as required for the planning of daily activities, loading and unloading of equipment and materials and other duties as required. This employee will supervise the meter readers assigned to them and may be required to read meters using a hand held processor. This will include quality control for accurate and consistent reading of meters. Plants/Sewer Lift assignment will lead and direct work teams; plan for construction projects; prepare plans for future facility needs; implements improved operational and mechanical procedures. May perform or oversee the performance of the following duties: troubleshoots operational and mechanical issues; performs preventive maintenance on all assigned equipment; performs reactive maintenance as required; picks up equipment parts from vendors; installs, repairs or replaces functional parts and components; routinely inspects plant equipment and facilities; washes down and cleans out basins as required; adds grease and oil to pumps; replaces air filters; operates radio; completes work orders and basic forms; performs and maintains housekeeping standards; understands basic electrical safety; operates forklift, weed-eater, and tractor/bush hog; repairs fences and wooden structures. All Maintenance Specialist III's will be able to perform any of the tasks required of a Maintenance Specialist I or II employee and may be called upon to do so if required. Requisitions parts and supplies. Ensures that work teams observe allsafety requirements. Completes or assist in documenting work orders, basic forms and employee evaluations. Interacts with customers. Responsible for maintenance of buildings and grounds. Responsible for fueling rental pumps. Responsible for maintaining inventory of assigned tools & equipment, as well as proper operation, care and security of assigned items for performing work assigned and reporting needed repairs and loss of equipment and tools. Demonstrates knowledge and use of computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) and related documentation procedures. Initiates work orders. Maintains job safety standards (personal protection equipment, etc.); complies with City of Shreveport vehicle safety rules; trains new team members on safe work practices. Regularly attends required safety, job related and certification training classes as required. Subject to be on call 24/7. Performs other duties as assigned or required.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED.2). Valid State Vehicle Operator's License with class applicable to assigned position. 3). Associates Degree or two year vocational degree from an accredited college in mechanical, electrical, or welding and two years of experience in operations and/or maintenance or four (4) or more years experience as a Maintenance Specialist II or in industrial/environmental operations and/or maintenance, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Physical Requirements: Position may require moderate to extensive stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions, along with some combination of climbing and balancing; may be subject to sitting for prolonged periods of time at a keyboard or workstation. Position requires abilities to consistently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, 50 pounds frequently and 100 pounds occasionally.
Work Environment: Work is performed outdoors and/or indoors with exposure to noise, dirt, grease, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, fumes, animals, insects, chemicals, treated/untreated sewer, treated/untreated water, inclement weather, machinery with moving parts requiring use of protective devices and computer screens.
The City of Shreveport offers many benefits including vacation and sick leave, health, dental and vision insurance, 10 paid holidays per calendar year and long term disability.
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What is your highest level of education
- High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution
- Associates Degree from an accredited institution
- Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited institution
- Less than a high school diploma or GED
Do you have a valid state vehicle operator's license? (You must submit proof at time of hire)
- No
- Yes
How manyyars of experience as a Maintenance Spcialist II or in industrial/enviornmental operations and/or maintenance do you have?
- Less than 4 years of experience
- At least 4 years but less than 6 years of experience
- At least 6 years but less than 8 years of experience
- 8 or more years of experience
Please list the name of the company where you obtained this experience and the duties that you performed. Please provide dates of employment. (If there is more than one company, please list each separately). Please do not put "See Resume" Company: Duties: Dates:
- Required Question