Mechanic (Collections)

Description

What do you value in your next job?

At the Orange County Sanitation District our Core Values form the framework of our organization and reinforce our professional work ethic. If the following values ring true with you, we'd love to invite you to explore our career opportunities further.

Integrity, Inclusion, Honesty, and Respect
We aspire to the highest degree of integrity, inclusion, honesty, and respect in our interaction with each other, our suppliers, our customers, and our community. We strive to demonstrate these values in our actions, commitments, and service.

Leadership, Teamwork, and Problem Solving
We lead by example, acknowledging the value of our resources and using them wisely to achieve our mission. We strive to reach OC San goals through cooperative efforts and collaboration with each other and our constituencies. We work to solve problems in a creative, cost-effective, and safe manner, and we acknowledge team and individual efforts.

Customer Service, Transparency, and Accountability
We are committed to acting in a timely, accurate, accessible, and transparent manner through excellent customer service. We are committed to act in the best interest of our internal and external stakeholders.

Resiliency, Innovation, and Learning
We continuously develop ourselves, enhancing our talents, skills, and abilities. We recognize that only through personal growth and development will we progress as an agency and as individuals.

Safety
We are committed to providing a safe work environment. We will demonstrate leadership, promote individual accountability, and participate actively in the advancement of our health and safety practices.

OC San is currently looking to fill the role of a Mechanic (Collections).

Under direct or general supervision, performs technical duties and responsibilities in the maintenance, repair, service, and troubleshooting of equipment and machinery in wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations, and related facilities; performs collection facilities duties including cleaning sewer lines, manholes and wet wells; performs preventive and corrective maintenance on assigned equipment, vehicles, and machinery; and operates and maintains a variety of hand and power tools and equipment.

When assigned to Collection Facilities Maintenance:

• Clean sewer lines, manholes and wet wells; read line location blueprints; open manhole covers; set-up atmospheric monitors; enter confined spaces in a body harness, attaching a tire or ball to line cleaning rig to remove debris from lines; use a shovel and bucket to remove debris from manholes, remove floating debris; shovel grit at bottom of wet well and scraping all grease that is on wall of wet well.
• Direct wastewater flow by setting pillow plugs or diversion boards.
• Perform moderately complex pump station repair work; troubleshoot pumps and other equipment; identify malfunctions and take corrective action including removing, replacing or repairing parts and pumps; install and monitor flow meters and gas flaps in sewer lines.
• Perform pump station maintenance work; scrub and clean facilities; remove rags and debris; perform routine inspections, and cleaning; communicate with the public regarding activities being performed at pump stations, including odor complaints.
• Perform manhole frame and cover replacement duties; raise manhole covers to street level by operating jackhammer to remove asphalt and concrete; lift manhole ring with appropriate equipment; mix cement, sand and gravel to form concrete; remove broken asphalt and concrete; pour and smooth concrete and reset ring cover.
• Conduct traffic control when working in high traffic areas; control and divert traffic using traffic cones, flag stands, signs, arrow boards and hand paddles; drive District vehicles, including towing small trailers as necessary.
• Perform general maintenance work in the field including, vegetation control or general cleanup; clear and clean easements as necessary.

Qualifications & Requirements

The successful candidate will possess: High school diploma or G.E.D. supplemented by specialized training such as relevant trade school in the areas of mechanical equipment maintenance and repair.Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience applying preventive and corrective mechanical maintenance skills on mechanical equipment maintenance and repair, as well as analyzing mechanical systems and processes. Valid California Class C Driver’s License.Valid Grade I Collection System Maintenance Certificate from the California Water Environment Association.Valid California Class B Driver’s License with air brakes and tanker endorsements. Desirables:

• Experience in preventative maintenance on gravity sewers and preventative and corrective maintenance on pump stations.

Recruitment & Selection Process

Vacancies: 1

Apply online at: www.ocsan.gov/jobs
APPLICATION FILING DEADLINE: Tuesday, July 9, 2024, by 5:00 P.M. PST.
(or until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received)


*Hiring Salary Range (effective July 12, 2024): $40.21 - $44.31/Hour

(starting salary will be within this range based upon qualifications)

Supplemental Information

Physical Demands

• Mobility to work in the field; to sit, stand, and walk on level, uneven, or slippery surfaces; frequently reach, twist, turn, kneel, bend, stoop, squat, crouch, grasp, and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties; to climb and descend ladders, to operate varied hand and power tools and equipment, and to operate a motor vehicle and visit various OC San sites, projects, and/or meetings.
• Perform moderate to heavy physical work; to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects averaging a weight of 51 pounds or heavier weights, in all cases with the use of proper equipment and/or assistance from other staff.
• Work requires entry into confined spaces and the use of confined entry equipment and protective safety equipment.
• Vision to inspect and operate equipment.
• Field work requiring frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards.
• Finger dexterity to operate and repair tools and equipment.

Environmental Elements

• Field work in and around facilities with exposure to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, confining workspace, heights, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, hazardous physical substances and fumes, dust, and air contaminants.
• Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

Disaster Service Workers
All OC San employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the OC San requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

Other Requirements

• May be required to work extended hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays when necessary.
• Standby and Call Back: Employees in this classification may be required to participate in standby duty and are subject to call back, which may include nights, weekends and 24-hour emergency call out with little or no notice. Any employee designated to serve on standby, or report to an emergency, and refuses to do such, shall be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination.
• Probationary Period: All OC San employees, except classifications considered “at-will”, are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, policies, and/or resolutions. Employees who have not yet successfully completed their initial probationary period serve “at-will” and may be released from employment without cause or recourse to any appeal or grievance procedures.
• Pre-Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of OC San’s preemployment process, which includes a background investigation, a physical examination, and a drug screen.
• Work Location Assignment: Employees will be assigned to a work location based on business needs which may be located at any/all of OC San locations; this work location may be changed at any time

Other Information
For the full range of duties, responsibilities, and essential job functions please review the Classification Specification for this position found on our website .

Applicants must clearly demonstrate, through their application materials, that they meet the minimum requirements as outlined in the job announcement and class specification to receive further consideration. However, meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an interview. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process.

False statements may be cause for disqualification, removal from the eligible list, or discharge from employment. All statements made on applications are subject to investigation and verification.

To ensure your application is accurate and complete, please review the Job Application Guide .

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of OC San’s pre-employment process, which includes a background investigation and a physical examination. For some positions, this may include a drug screen. False statements may be cause for disqualification, removal from the eligible list, or discharge from employment. All statements made on applications are subject to investigation and verification.

Reference Checks will be conducted by OC San to verify employment related information for all potential employees once a contingent job offer is made during the background investigation process. This is done to ensure that individuals who join OC San are well qualified and have a strong potential to be successful in their employment. The extent of the inquiry will depend on the position being applied for, but will at least include:

• Verification/Reference from current and past employers
• Confirmation of necessary licenses, certificates, and degrees.

Please have all necessary documentation ready. Additional inquiries may be necessary depending on the position for which you are applying. Human Resources will also schedule a post-offer physical examination once a job offer has been made.

OC San only accepts applications submitted via our online application system. Applications submitted via mail, fax or email will not be accepted.

The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

Personal leave credits; eleven paid holidays and one floating holiday; group life insurance; group disability insurance; group health insurance, dependent coverage available, including medical, dental, and vision, employee contribution is required; a retirement plan (Orange County Employees Retirement System) and the option of participating in a deferred compensation plan as well as other optional benefits. A credit union is available. Benefits are subject to the Board of Directors' periodic determination (usually annually) and the meet and confer process, and are therefore subject to change. The District makes a generous contribution toward the cost of these benefits.

Closing Date/Time: 7/9/2024 5:00 PM Pacific

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