Utilities Plant Maintenance Mechanic- Career Path (Trainee to Senior)

The purpose of this classification is to delineate the job requirements for entry level individuals who assist with the repair and maintenance of mechanical machinery/equipment at water treatment plants, well fields, ground storage facilities, elevated water tank, and related facilities.

Also considering The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification.  They are not listed in any order of importance.  The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.  Other duties may be required and assigned.

Entry level Position to assist other staff with and learn the following tasks/duties:

 Inspects, troubleshoots, and performs mechanical repair/maintenance on water treatment plants' machinery/equipment, wet wells, telemetry,  well fields, ground storage facilities, elevated water tanks, and related facilities; installs new systems, upgrades existing systems, and replaces old equipment; performs preventive maintenance and minor welding; and preventive maintenance work to maximize efficiency of equipment; tests machinery, equipment and parts for proper operations; and reports problem situations.

 Diagnoses, installs, disassembles, maintains, and repairs plant equipment, which may include submersible and dry pumps, engines, drives, motors, generators, controls, tanks, chemical feed piping, concentrators, jets, media filters, control valves, hydraulic valves, control panels, air release valves, filter sweeps, lime slakers, silos, shakers, slurry/splitter boxes, polymer systems, phosphate systems, sonar level controllers, gear cases, sludge dryers, conveyor belts, agitators, thickeners, mixers, compressors, oilers, dryers, blowers, membrane systems, softening systems, degasifiers,  vacuum systems, vacuum regulators, alarm systems, injectors, switch gears, and other machinery.

Receives and safely performs various work orders for repair/maintenance tasks, which may include oiling/greasing/lubricating machinery, rebuilding/aligning motors/pumps, rebuilding gear boxes, cutting/fitting pipes, repairing/replacing valves, repairing chemical lines,  replacing mechanical parts, checking containment areas, checking generators, exercising valves, locking out defective equipment, acidizing wells with sulfamil pellets, disinfecting wells, cleaning raw water lines, performing raw water well and welding/fabricating and assembling metal parts and components, cleaning tanks, resetting timers for automatic lights, calibrating machinery, digging holes/ditches, or lifting/moving heavy materials; transports, loads and unloads various equipment and materials used in projects.

 Operates a variety of machinery, equipment, and tools associated with work activities, which may include a forklift, air compressor, pressure washer, generator, pump, confined space hoist, gas detector, welder, cutting torch, drill press, drill, saw, grinder, meters, gauges, self-contained breathing apparatus, ladder, carpentry tools, electrician tools, pipefitting tools, mechanic tools, calibration equipment, laser alignment systems and diagnostic instruments.

 Performs general cleaning/maintenance tasks necessary to keep buildings, machinery, equipment, and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, checking/replacing fluids, greasing equipment, replacing parts, washing/cleaning equipment, pressure washing machinery and facilities, painting buildings and machinery, and cleaning shop/work areas; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment.

 Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.

 Assists in monitoring inventory levels of parts, equipment, tools, or supplies to ensure adequate supply of materials; stocks shelves with incoming deliveries.

 Reads and interprets architectural/engineering drawings, electrical, mechanical drawings, technical manuals, plans, and instructions.

Receives and interprets various forms, reports, correspondence, work orders, daily work reports, confined space entry sheets, warehouse order sheets, material safety data sheets, architectural drawings, electrical drawings, maps, manuals, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.

Monitors Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and telemetry systems. Receives, evaluates, troubleshoots, and responds to water plants, ground storage tanks, elevated water tanks, and well field alarms.

Operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify Asset management and GIS data; utilizes computer programs to monitor plant operations and diagnose/troubleshoot problems.

Communicates via telephone computer e-mail and/or two-way radio; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages; responds to requests for service or assistance.

Communicates with supervisor, employees, other divisions, other departments, contractors, the public, and other individuals as needed, to coordinate safe work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.

Reads professional literature; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate to learn and keep abreast of new procedures, trends, and advances in the profession.

Utilities Plant Maintenance Mechanic, Trainee  $19.4410 to $29.1616

• High school diploma or equivalent; 
• Must have basic math and computer operations skills.  
• Must pass a basic education knowledge test. 
• Must have some experience in manual labor and/or construction work.
• Must possess (or able to obtain within fourteen (14) days of hire) and maintain a valid Florida driver's license. 

Individuals selected for this position will be required to successfully complete a training program within two (2) years in the position. The training program will cover all facets of the job, including plant mechanical maintenance. Successful completion of the training program will be based on meeting the criteria outlined in the Career Path Advancement Requirements section (below). Failure to successfully complete the requirements of the program may result in termination from the training program and separation of employment.

Utilities Plant Maintenance Mechanic $21.9934 to $32.9901

• High school diploma or equivalent;
• Possess by vocational/technical training in mechanical, piping, wastewater pumping systems and water treatment system repair and maintenance;
• Three (3) years of work experience within a Utility functional area in either Public Water Treatment/Wellfields. . Additional training may be required as deemed necessary and as available at a later date.
• Possess and maintain  either a Florida Level III Water Distribution Operator License or a Water Treatment Plant Operator C License.
• Possess (or obtain within fourteen (14) days of hire) and maintain a valid State of Florida Class B Commercial Driver's license.
• Must possess a valid Forklift Operator Certification or be able to obtain the certificate within six (6) months in position. 

COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES

Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, and to resolve problems.

Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals.

 Ability to understand, follow oral and written instructions.

 Demonstrated ability to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction.

Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on basic matters.

Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with Supervisor, customers, other employees, other departments, other governmental and regulatory agencies, and the general public as needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
 

• Basic math skills.
• Customer service skills.
• Demonstrates ability to use the tools and equipment in area of assignment.
• Demonstrates ability to read maps.
• Demonstrates ability to maintain work area in an organized manner
• Ability to record and deliver information accurately.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing; understand and follow communications.
• Ability to get along with others and work as a team.
• Ability to work overtime
  
  

CAREER PATH ADVANCEMENT REQUIREMENTS

The following requirements must be met to advance to Utilities Maintenance Mechanic:
 

• Must have a minimum of one (1) year of work experience within a Utility functional area in either Public Water Treatment/Well fields.
• Must successfully complete the requirements of a training program within two (2) years by doing the following:
  • Complete provided mechanical training or coursework in the following areas:
    • Confined space training
    • Defensive driving
    • Blueprint reading
    • Gear box maintenance
    • Belts and chain drives
    • Pumps and Valves
    • Pipe fitting: components and practices
    • Gaskets and couplings
    • Bearings and lubrication
    • Alignment of pumps and motors
    • Other training as necessary and becomes available

• Must obtain  a Water Distribution level 3 license
• Must complete a division area specific test with a minimum score of 70%.
• Must meet 100% of the Utility Maintenance Mechanic Trainee's KSA's and 70% of the Utility Maintenance Mechanic's KSA's in one (1) divisional functional area.
  
  This list is not exhaustive and may be modified as required to facilitate successful operation of the Utilities department. Meeting the above career path advancement requirements must be verified and documented by the assigned supervisor.

Experience and/or training received from an outside entity will be evaluated on a case by case basis for credit towards the above minimum work experience.