General Description***There will be a 3.9% increase to the salary range for this position, effective July 1, 2024***We are excited to announce that we are accepting applications for the position of
Senior Maintenance Mechanic!
The District Irvine Ranch Water District (IRWD) is a progressive, values-driven agency, with an international reputation for its leading-edge financial management practices, water recycling program, water use efficiency practices, water banking, urban runoff treatment, and energy generation and storage. Established in 1961 as a California Water District under the provisions of the California Water Code, IRWD is an independent special district serving central Orange County. IRWD provides high-quality drinking water, reliable sewage collection and treatment, ground-breaking recycled water programs, and environmentally sound urban runoff treatment to its customers. As an independent, not-for-profit public agency, IRWD is governed by a publicly elected five-member Board of Directors. The Board is responsible for the District's policies and decision-making. Day-to-day operations are supervised by the General Manager. Additional information can be found at the District's website: www.IRWD.com.
The PositionIrvine Ranch Water District is currently accepting applications for a Senior Maintenance Mechanic. The successful candidate will install, maintain and overhaul all District equipment related to domestic and reclaimed water distribution systems, sewage collection systems and wastewater treatment, and dewatering/solids handling.
The ideal candidate is someone with Millwright mechanic skills, is self-motivated, a self-starter, who provides excellent customer service; focused on safety and maintaining professionalism; is detail oriented, dependable and flexible while using critical thinking skills to problem solve. Good pipefitting and production facilities experience is desired.
Distinguishing CharacteristicsPositions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed and the complexity of the duties assigned. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties within the series including performing full range of maintenance, welding, fabrication, mechanical installations, operational duties, condition-based monitoring, mentoring, and leading lower level staff.
Summary of DutiesPerform the more complex journey level repairs, troubleshooting, and modifications of all water/wastewater/reclamation machinery and related appurtenances while providing training to sub-journey level personnel.
Prepare reports, summarizing the District's mechanical maintenance functions including labor, work performed, and materials used. Provide feedback on work performed.
Perform Predictive Maintenance/Machinery Condition Monitoring using computer-based machinery analyzer and exercise predictive diagnostic skills.
Fabricate from raw and exotic stock utilizing machining and welding skills.
Plan, implement and monitor non-routine mechanical related projects and tasks within the area of assigned responsibility.
Assist in the implementation of assigned mechanical work tasks within the area of assigned responsibility.
Install, dismantle, overhaul, and repair water/wastewater/reclamation machinery and equipment, including pumps, valves, engines, compressors, gear drive units, piping, conveyors, and related dewatering/solids handling/process equipment.
Identify source(s) of existing or potential mechanical problems with systems, techniques, parts and equipment and work efficiently to correct, troubleshoot and diagnose various equipment malfunctions.
Perform maintenance and repair operations using machinist skills required in Mechanical Services functions. Has thorough knowledge of machine shop and construction practices.
Perform maintenance and repair operations using welding skills required in Mechanical Services functions.
Possess knowledge and experience to properly and safely maintain District chemical, chlorination, and/or associated disinfection systems.
Read and interpret blueprints, installation manuals, and follow written and verbal instructions. Ability to make rough drawings.
Submit purchase requests for materials and tools. Monitor spare parts and daily expendables inventory. Assist in ensuring inventory is maintained at an acceptable level via purchase orders. Check shipments to ensure they are complete and correct, then administrate correct storage.
Suggest changes in work plans, implement specific tasks and projects that are not normal operating procedures, and provide work-in-progress reports.
Maintain records relating to equipment breakdowns and repair.
Utilize Computerized Maintenance Management System for work orders and Oracle network system for purchasing.
Assist in presenting department safety meetings.
Responds to emergency situations during off-hours and required. Participates in standby duties at the sole discretion of the District.
Comply with District safety work-related practices and attend relevant safety training.
Qualifications Education: - High school graduation or equivalent required. For degrees obtained outside of the U.S., an official equivalency evaluation is required.
- An accredited College Certificate in Mechanical/Electrical/Millwright/Welding or related Maintenance occupation is highly desirable.
- Associate's Degree is highly desirable.
Experience: - Four (4) years of journey-level experience in a job requiring the application of mechanical skills in a water/wastewater treatment plant, water distribution system or similar environment is required.
- Ability to operate all hand and power tools.
License / Certifications:- Valid Class 'C' California Driver's License required. May require Class 'A' California Driver's License, HAZMAT 1st Responder Certification, and/or Crane certification depending upon assignment.
- Grade II Mechanical Technologist Certificate issued by the California Water Environment Association desired.
- Grade III Mechanical Technologist Certificate issued by the California Water Environment Association highly desired.
- Completion of a formal Apprenticeship Program and/or Collections System Maintenance and Water Distribution Certifications are highly desired.
Additional Information RWD Corporate Values Irvine Ranch Water District believes that its values drive the character, culture, and capacity of our organization. IRWD was built on values, and we weave them into the fabric of everything we do. Values are the ingredients in our recipe for both institutional and individual success. They are a code of conduct to promote positive outcomes for others and ourselves. They are more than words on a wall or a website. We live by them every day. We pledge to keep them relevant in an ever-changing world.
IRWD's employees enjoy working in a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment where they form strong bonds with fellow employees. To ensure effective communication and promote a collaborative team environment, employees report to work each day in the office or in the field, depending on their positions.
The physical and mental demands described below are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Language Ability and Interpersonal Communication
Ability to effectively communicate both oral and written. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of office/field employees, management and vendors. Represent District in a professional manner when dealing with outside suppliers and customers. Ability to advise and provide interpretation to others on how to apply policies, procedures and standards to specific situations.
Mathematical Ability
Ability to perform basic mathematical functions, including college level algebra and geometry. Must be able to perform dimension analysis, speed ratio computations, linear thermal expansion coefficiencies, BHP (Brake Horse Power) calculations, basic water math/hydraulic calculations and be familiar with the pump laws of affinity.
Technology Ability
Proficient in the use of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel). Keyboarding abilities sufficient to perform the job.
Judgment and Situational Reasoning Ability
Ability to use good personal judgment and discretion in performing all job functions. Ability to use functional reasoning in performing influence functions such as supervising, managing, leading, teaching, and directing.
Physical Requirements
Will lift 50 lbs. on a routine basis. Must be certified annually to wear respiratory equipment. Must be clean shaven such that facial hair does not interfere with the fit of self-contained breathing apparatus.
Ability to exert moderately heavy physical effort in moderate to heavy work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling.
Ability to operate heavy equipment and machinery with some requiring complex and rapid adjustments, such as power hand and shop tools, mechanic's hand tools, shovel, motor vehicles, compressors, hoists, ladders, drafting tools, etc.
Environmental Adaptability
Ability to work under sometimes uncomfortable conditions with exposure to environmental factors such as toxic agents, wildlife, disease, or equipment, traffic, or machinery.
IRWD offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees and their eligible dependents. These benefits include the following: retirement benefits; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; anda variety of other benefits. Benefits may vary based on employment status. This benefits overview is intended to be a summary, is not intended to be all-inclusive,and may not be applicable to all employees.
Retirement Employees hired on or after January 1, 2013:
The District, in compliance with the California Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2012 (PEPRA), implemented a third tier for new employees hired on or after January 1, 2013. New employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 who have not been in PERS membership or in membership with a reciprocal retirement system within 6 months of hire date will receive benefits under the California Public Employees Retirement System at a 2 percent at age 62 formula. This formula gradually increases to a maximum benefits of 2.5 percent at age 67. Final compensation calculations will be based on the highest three-year average of regular recurring pay. The District pays the employer's share of these costs. The employee share of the pension cost of 7.50% is paid in full by the employees hired under this formula.
Employees hired on or after September 29, 2012 or "Classic" PERS members hired on or after January 1, 2013:
On September 24, 2012, the IRWD Board of Directors approved the addition of a second tier to the CalPERS retirement benefits. New employees hired on or after September 29th through December 31, 2012, and employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 who have been in PERS membership or in membership with a reciprocal retirement system, will receive benefits under the California Public Employees Retirement System at 2 percent at age 60 formula. This formula gradually increases to a maximum benefit of 2.418% at age 63. The District pays the employer share of these costs and the employee share of the pension cost of 7% is paid in full by the employees hired under this formula. Final retirement compensation calculations are based on the highest three-year average of regular, recurring pay.
IRWDdoes not participate or pay into Social Security except for the Medicare portion.
Medical InsuranceIRWD contracts with CalPERS for medical insurance coverage. Employees may elect coverage from a variety of PPO and HMO plans. The employee and District contribution for health insurance varies by plan.Coverage is effective the first day of the month following the date of hire.
Dental InsuranceIRWD contracts with Delta Dental for dental coverage.IRWD pays 100% of the premium for dental coverage for eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Coverage is effective the first day of the month following the date of hire.
Vision InsuranceIRWD contracts with the EyeMed for vision coverage. IRWD pays 100% of the premium for vision coverage for eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Coverage is effective the first day of the month following the date of hire.
Life InsuranceElgible employees are provided with life insurance coverage equal to three or four times their annual salary, depending on their level of compensation. Eligible dependents are also covered for a flat benefit amount. Coverage is effective the first day of the month following the date of hire.
Deferred CompensationParticipation in adeferred compensation plan is available through Empower Retirement. Enrollment is voluntary and contributions are employee-paid and subject to IRS limits. The District matches employee contributions up to 3% of base pay after 1 year of employment.
Paid VacationEligible employees begin accruing vacation benefits at the rate of 80 hours per year for the first 5 years of employment and are eligible to use paid vacation time after 6 months of employment. Employees accrue 120 hours per year after 5 years of employment and 160 hours per year after 10 years of employment.
Paid HolidaysThe District offers 11 scheduled paid holidaysplus one personal holiday per year.
Sick LeaveEligible employees accrue 96 hours of sick leave annually.
Flexible Spending AccountsEligible employees may elect to participate in the District's Flex Advantage program. This program allows employees to deposit pre-tax dollars into special accounts to be used for a variety of purposes, including paying for qualified miscellaneous health care expenses and dependent care expenses. IRWD contracts with a third party administer to process payments from employee accounts using claim forms or a Flex Spending debit card.
Educational AssistanceThe District will share in the pre-approved educational costs of tuition and books for employees who wish to attend college or take certification classes.
