Senior Utility Mechanic/ Drinking Water Operations

City of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Houston seeks a skilled maintenance worker for the Houston Water/Drinking Water Operations. This on-site role maintains water systems, performs inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on pumps, motors, piping and related equipment across multiple sites.

Candidates should have three years of mechanical maintenance experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including climbing ladders and lifting up to 80 pounds.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of building or mechanical maintenance experience.
• Valid Driver License and compliance with City driving policy.
• Experience with mechanical or electronic equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs skilled mechanical duties in the maintenance of water systems and facilities.
• Performs inspections, preventive maintenance, lubrications and repairs on rotating equipment, piping, pumps, motors, blowers, compressors, valves, lines, water systems, facilities, and equipment.
• Maintains and repairs equipment and tools used to perform responsibilities.
• Collects and catalogs data on installed equipment.
• Makes service calls to maintain and repair equipment and install equipment identification tags.
• Reports unsafe conditions and equipment to proper authorities. Keeps records of service calls, maintenance and repair work.
• May be required to drive a City vehicle and maintain vehicle maintenance and mileage records.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Preventive maintenance

Data collection & record keeping

Troubleshooting electrical/mechanical

Education

Three (3) years of building or mechanical maintenance experience

Job description

Position Overview

Applications Accepted from: All Persons Interested

Service Line/Section: Houston Water/Drinking Water Operations

Location: Various*

Workdays & Hours: Mon - Fri; 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.*

Subject to change*

Description Of Duties/Essential Function

• Performs skilled mechanical duties in the maintenance of water systems and facilities.
• Performs inspections, preventive maintenance, lubrications and repairs on rotating equipment, piping, pumps, motors, blowers, compressors, valves, lines, water systems, facilities, and equipment.
• Maintains and repairs equipment and tools used to perform responsibilities.
• Collects and catalogs data on installed equipment.
• Makes service calls to maintain and repair equipment and install equipment identification tags.
• Reports unsafe conditions and equipment to proper authorities. Keeps records of service calls, maintenance and repair work.
• May be required to drive a City vehicle and maintain vehicle maintenance and mileage records.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position involves considerable physical exertion, such as regular climbing of ladders, lifting heavy objects (up to 80 pounds) on a highly frequent basis and/or assuming awkward position for long periods of time.

This is a Department of Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier 1 Level.

Minimum Requirements

Knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation and mathematical functions as might be acquired through specialized training of up to nine months of education or training beyond the high school level. May require simple vocational competence in the operation of mechanical or electronic equipment.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Three (3) years of building or mechanical maintenance are required, or one (1) year as an operator trainee and two (2) years in building or mechanical maintenance.

Substitution

One (1) year of directly related college or vocational education may be substituted for up to one year of work experience.

License Requirements

Requires a valid Driver License and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving (AP 2-2).

PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to candidates with training and experience in the corrective and preventive maintenance programs related to equipment such as centrifugal pump maintenance, motors, air compressors, piping, blowers, valves, and hydraulic equipment.

• *Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED:

None

However, the department may administer a skill assessment evaluation.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION:

Yes

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.