Maintenance Worker - Water Reclamation

City of Hamilton, Ohio; Fairfield Township (OH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Hamilton, Ohio is seeking a semi-skilled laborer to maintain and repair water and water reclamation equipment and facilities. You will use hand and power tools, read schematics, and follow safety protocols around hazardous substances.

Responsibilities include performing routine maintenance, assisting with equipment installation, and potentially acting as lead worker for a crew of laborers. A valid Class B CDL is required or obtainable, with a high school diploma or GED preferred.

Qualifications

• Six months experience as a laborer or in construction or related field.
• Ability to obtain or currently possess a Valid Class B CDL.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform semi-skilled manual tasks using hand and power tools.
• Maintain and repair water and water reclamation equipment and facilities.
• Read meters and gauges; follow safety procedures around hazardous substances.
• Assist with installation of new equipment and lead a crew when required.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Blueprint reading

Reading schematics

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDL Class B (license)

Tools

Saws

Pipe threader

Welders

Drill press

Automotive equipment

Job description

THIS IS AN INTERNAL JOB POSTING. ONLY CURRENT CITY OF HAMILTON EMPLOYEES WHO ARE IUOE MEMBERS ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY

This is semi-skilled manual work involving the use of hand and power tools in the maintenance and repair of water and water reclamation equipment and facilities.

Employees are responsible for performing progressively responsible manual work requiring skilled and dexterity.

Work is normally performed under supervision of chief maintenance mechanic who issues work orders, provides instruction in difficult tasks, and checks work frequently for conformance to instructions. Incumbent may act as lead worker for a crew of laborers.

Employees must be aware of, and practice, safety precautions as work is often done around hazardous substances.

• Uses power bench tools (saws, pipe threader, welders, drill press, etc.) in repair and maintenance of equipment.


• Lubricates and inspects equipment and takes readings from meters and gauges.


• Performs scheduled maintenance on equipment and facilities.


• Repairs, and assists with repair of, malfunctioning equipment and assists with installation of new equipment.


• Reconditions deep wells, pulling from ground and repairing or replacing worn parts; performs maintenance tasks at reservoirs and water booster stations.


• Operates various types of trucks, air compressors, hoists, and other equipment in utility assignments.


• Performs related work at required.

• Knowledge of the practices, tools and materials involved in the performance of semi?skilled tasks within the work area assigned.


• Ability to perform semi?skilled tasks without close supervision.


• Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods and under unfavorable weather conditions.


• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.


• Ability to read schematic drawings and blueprints of mechanical equipment used in work area.


• Ability to perform a variety of semi?skilled manual tasks.


• Ability to get along well with fellow employees and the public.


• Skill in the use of various types of hand and power tools related to the work.


• Skill in the operation of various types of automotive equipment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Six (6) months experience as a laborer or in construction or related field.


• Ability to obtain or currently possess a Valid Class B, or Higher, Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possession of a High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.).