City of Boynton Beach, FL
Boynton Beach, Florida, United States
Dec 04, 2019
Full Time
Purpose of Classification Utilities Maintenance Mechanic: The purpose of this classification is to delineate the job requirements for individuals who repair and maintain mechanical machinery/equipment at lift stations, water treatment plants, well fields, ground storage facilities, elevated water tank, and related facilities. Utilities Maintenance Mechanic Senior: The purpose of this classification is to delineate the job requirements for individuals who lead a team of workers in the repair and maintenance of mechanical machinery/equipment at lift stations, water treatment plants, well fields, ground storage facilities, elevated water tank, and related facilities. Starting salary is based on level: Utilities Maintenance Mechanic - $19.55 Utilities Maintenance Mechanic Senior - $22.70 Essential Functions 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. Utilities Maintenance Mechanic: Inspects, troubleshoots, and performs mechanical repair/maintenance on lift stations and water treatment plants' machinery/equipment, wet wells, pump station control panels, 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 lift station and 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, odor control systems, 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 lift station drawdowns, welding/fabricating and assembling metal parts and components, cleaning tanks and wetwells, 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 lift stations, 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 lift station and 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 keep abreast of new procedures, trends, and advances in the profession. Provides assistance or coverage to other employees including on call and overtime, as needed. Performs other related duties as required. Utilities Maintenance Mechanic Senior: Leads a team of mechanics involved in safely repairing/maintaining lift station, wellfield and water treatment plant machinery and equipment. Provides direction, guidance, training, and assistance to employees; develops work schedules and makes work assignments; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work. Assists supervisor in coordinating and monitoring safe work activities with those of other divisions, departments, contractors, or others as needed; consults with supervisor to review work activities, status of work, and problems; makes suggestions to management for improvement of productivity; maintains records of work activities. Monitors the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and telemetry systems. Receives, evaluates, troubleshoots, and coordinates response to lift stations, water plants, ground storage tanks, elevated water tanks, and well field alarms. Generates, evaluates, and responds to reports from the SCADA systems. Receives and ensures the successful, safe completion of work orders generated by the City's maintenance management system. Operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify Asset management and GIS data; maintains logs/records of test results, assorted meter/gauge readings, chemical applications and other data. Inspects, troubleshoots, and performs mechanical repair/maintenance on lift stations and water treatment plants machinery/equipment, wet wells, pump station control panels, telemetry, well fields, ground storage facilities, elevated water tank, and related facilities; installs new systems, upgrades existing systems, and replaces old equipment; performs preventive maintenance and minor welding; schedules repairs and preventive maintenance work to maximize efficiency of equipment; tests machinery, equipment and parts for proper operations; reports problem situations. Diagnoses, installs, disassembles, maintains, and repairs lift station and 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 system, phosphate system, OSG system, 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, injectors, and other machinery. Performs various repair/maintenance tasks to maintain operation efficiency and safety of buildings, machinery, equipment, and tools. These tasks may include inspecting equipment and reporting any defects, oiling/greasing/lubricating machinery, pressure washing/cleaning equipment and facilities, painting buildings and machinery, rebuilding/aligning motors/pumps, rebuilding gear boxes, cutting/fitting pipes, repairing/replacing valves, repairing chemical lines, replacing mechanical parts, checking/ replacing fluids, 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 lift station drawdowns, welding/fabricating and assembling metal parts and components, cleaning tanks and wetwells, 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 crane, 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, pipefitting tools, mechanic tools, calibration equipment, laser alignment systems and diagnostic instruments Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors and promotes a safe work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals. Monitors inventory levels of parts, equipment, tools, or supplies to ensure adequate supply of materials; initiates requests for new or replacement materials; stocks shelves with incoming deliveries. Receives and reviews various architectural /engineering drawings/plans, maps, technical manuals and other related instructions, reference materials, material safety data sheets or other documentation. Forwards or retains as appropriate. Completes or processes various forms, reports, correspondence, work orders, daily work reports, generator sheets, containment area sheets, confined space entry sheets, warehouse order sheets, drawdown reports, fuel reports, parts lists, overtime sheets, vacation requests, performance appraisal forms, or other documents. Forwards or retains as appropriate. Communicates via telephone 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 keep abreast of new procedures, trends, and advances in the profession. Provides assistance, direction, guidance, training and coverage to other employees as needed. Performs on-call and overtime work as needed Performs other related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications Utilities Maintenance Mechanic: High school diploma or equivalent; supplemented by vocational/technical training in mechanical, piping, wastewater pumping systems and water treatment systems repair and maintenance; one (1) year of previous experience that includes repair and maintenance of wastewater pumping systems, water process/equipment, lime and/or membrane softening water treatment facilities, and mechanical and piping systems . Two (2) years of closely related mechanical and plumbing work experience in a non-water utilities industry will be evaluated and may be considered in substitution of water utilities industry experience. Must possess a Wastewater C Certification or a Water Distribution Level 3 License. Must possess a valid Forklift Operator Certification or be able to obtain the certificate within six (6) months in position. Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Class E driver's license or, if in possession of an equivalent license in another state, be able to obtain a Florida license within thirty (30) days in position. An external candidate who is offered employment must agree to, and must successfully obtain, the following certifications and license within the stated deadline: Florida Level C Wastewater Collection Operator Certification within six (6) months of employment; AND Forklift Operator certification within six (6) months of employment; AND either Water Distribution Level 3 License within twenty-eight (28) months of employment; OR Water Treatment Plant Operator C License within twenty-eight (28) months of employment. Note: Licenses require completion of twelve (12) months of cross training in either water distribution or water treatment plus a passing test grade. Failure to obtain these certifications/licenses within the designated time frame may result in a demotion or termination of employment. Utilities Maintenance Mechanic Senior: High school diploma or equivalent; supplemented by vocational/technical training in mechanical, piping and water treatment system repair/maintenance; Must have a minimum of three (3) years of work experience within a Utility functional area in either Public Water Treatment/Wellfields or Lift Stations. The work experience combination must include a minimum of one (1) of year of work experience (in six month increments) within a non-assigned functional area (in Public Water Treatment/Wellfields or Lift Stations). For existing employees at the time of implementing this classification, must have a minimum of six months (in three month increments) of work experience within a non-assigned functional area. Additional training may be required as deemed necessary and as available at a later date. Must have and maintain a valid Florida Level C Wastewater Collection Operator Certification and either a Florida Level III Water Distribution Operator License or a Water Treatment Plant Operator 1 License. Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL). If in possession of an equivalent license in another state, must have the ability to obtain a Florida CDL license within thirty (30) days in position. Must possess a valid forklift certification. Must possess a valid certification to operate a crane or be able to obtain said certificate within sixty (60) days in position. An external candidate who is offered employment must agree to, and must successfully obtain, the following certifications and license within the stated deadline: Florida Level C Wastewater Collection Operator Certification within six (6) months of employment; AND Forklift Operator certification within six (6) months of employment; AND either Water Distribution Level 3 License within twenty-eight (28) months of employment; OR Water Treatment Plant Operator C License within twenty-eight (28) months of employment. Note: Licenses require completion of twelve (12) months of cross training in either water distribution or water treatment plus a passing test grade. Failure to obtain these certifications/licenses within the designated time frame may result in a demotion or termination of employment. Supplemental Information Communication Competencies Utilities Maintenance Mechanic: Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, engineers, utility companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, 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 prepare accurate and thorough written records and reports. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction. Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex 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. Utilities Maintenance Mechanic Senior: Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, engineers, utility companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate safe work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems. Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals. Ability to prepare accurate and thorough written records and reports. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction. Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex 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 Utilities Maintenance Mechanic: Knowledge of various plant, wellfield and lift station equipment and facilities, as well as the ability to safely operate various machinery, equipment and tools required for their maintenance. Knowledge of and the ability to follow safety procedures and properly utilize personal protective equipment (PPE). Ability to effectively interact with coworkers, supervisors and other department staff, as well as the public and outside agencies. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to safely perform various general repair/maintenance tasks which may include, but not limited to oiling/greasing, pipe fitting and repair, chemical handling, mechanical assembling, welding, and fabrication. Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, drawings, plans, instructions, and all other relevant reference documentation. Ability to operate a computer for operations monitoring via SCADA, and data entry/retrieval via various software applications such as MS Office, Asset management and GIS. Ability to safely perform minor repairs of facilities and assist with general building/grounds maintenance work as needed. Utilities Maintenance Mechanic Senior: Ability to effectively interact with coworkers, supervisors and other department staff, as well as the public and outside agencies. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to develop work schedules and assignments and to coordinate safe work activities with other departments, divisions or outside contractors as needed. Knowledge of various plant, wellfield and lift station equipment, as well as the ability to safely and efficiently operate various machinery, equipment and tools required for their maintenance. Knowledge of various general repair/maintenance procedures which may include, but not limited to laser alignment, oiling/greasing, pipe fitting and repair, chemical handling, mechanical assembling/welding/fabrication. Ability to research equipment updates and available vendors for replacement parts, as well as preventative maintenance procedures. Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, drawings and other reference documentation. Ability to mentor other mechanics and provide guidance and oversight of their maintenance and repair activities Ability to operate a computer for operations monitoring via SCADA, and data entry/retrieval via various software applications such as MS Office, Asset management and GIS. Knowledge of and the ability to follow and promote safety procedures and properly utilize personal protective equipment (PPE). Ability to lead/supervise a team of workers in machinery/equipment repair and maintenance. Ability to perform quality checks on maintenance and repair activities performed by others. Ability to perform minor repairs of facilities and assist with general building/grounds maintenance work as needed. Physical and Sensory Requirements/Environmental Factors: Physical Ability : Tasks require the regular and, at times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (50 pounds). Sensory Requirements : Tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Tasks require the ability to communicate orally. Environmental Factors : Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, bright/dim light, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, toxic agents, disease, pathogenic substances, heights, or confined spaces. The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S. C. 12101 et. seq.), the City of Boynton Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability. Career Path Advancement Requirements: Utilities Maintenance Mechanic to Utilities Maintenance Mechanic Senior: The following requirements must be met to advance to Utilities Maintenance Mechanic Senior: Must have a minimum of three (3) years of work experience within a Utility functional area in either Public Water Treatment/Wellfields or Lift Stations. The work experience combination must include a minimum of one (1) of year of work experience (in six month increments) within a non-assigned functional area (in Public Water Treatment/Wellfields or Lift Stations). For existing employees at the time of implementing this classification, must have a minimum of six months (in three month increments) of work experience within a non-assigned functional area. Additional training may be required as deemed necessary and as available at a later date. Must obtain and maintain the State of Florida Wastewater Collection System Operator C Certification and either the State of Florida Level III Water Distribution License or a Water Treatment Plant Operator C License. Must obtain a State of Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Must complete tests specific to two (2) divisional areas at the mechanic level with a minimum score of 70%. Must meet 100% of the Utilities Maintenance Mechanic KSAs and 70% of the Senior Utilities Maintenance Mechanic KSAs. 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.