Utilities Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

Performs intermediate skilled work in the maintenance, repair and replacement of machinery and equipment in a water or wastewater treatment plant and pump stations; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.

There are three levels for this position, following is the hiring ranges based on experience:

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic I: $23.15/hour to $31.84/hour

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic II: $26.52/hour to $36.47/hour

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic III: $28.38/hour to $39.03/hour

The full salary range for all three levels to provide opportunity for growth and development:

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic I: $23.15/hour to $40.52/hour

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic II: $26.52/hour to $46.41/hour

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic III: $28.38/hour to $49.67/hour

Examples of Duties

• Performs preventive maintenance on utility plant equipment and pump stations and assists with the repair of plant and pump station equipment;
• Checks water and wastewater treatment plant and pump stations;
• Performs preventive maintenance on such equipment as pumps, engines, electric motors and controls, blowers, conveyors, ventilation systems;
• Dismantles and assists in overhauling plant equipment;
• Maintains records;
• Performs related tasks as required.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• General knowledge of the installation, repair and maintenance of the mechanical, hydraulic and electrical components of water and wastewater treatment and pump station equipment;
• Thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions of the work;
• Skill in the use and care of tools of the trade;
• Ability to determine improper operation of water and wastewater pumping and treatment equipment, and to take proper remedial action;
• Ability to follow oral and written directions;
• Ability to supervise the work of skilled helpers;
• Ability to work under adverse conditions.
  
  

Education and Experience

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic I

Graduation from high school and less than 1 year of experience in the repair and maintenance of a variety of water and wastewater pumping station mechanical, electrical and control equipment.

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic II

Graduation from high school and 3 years of experience in the repair and maintenance of a variety of water and wastewater pumping station mechanical, electrical and control equipment.

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic III

Graduation from high school and 5 years of experience in the repair and maintenance of a variety of water and wastewater pumping station mechanical, electrical and control equipment.

Special Requirements

Possession of an appropriate commercial driver's license valid in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

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Note: All employees are required to have direct deposit of their bi-weekly paychecks into one or more financial institution(s) of their choice. Information must be presented at time of hire.

Proper Identification must be shown at time of hire in order to complete the necessary paperwork for compliance with the Immigration Control and Reform Act of 1986.