Senior Utility Mechanic/ Drinking Water Operations

City & Borough of Sitka Alaska; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Houston is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician for the Houston Water/Drinking Water Operations. The role covers maintenance of water systems, preventive maintenance on rotating equipment, and service calls across various sites.

The position emphasizes inspections, data collection on installed equipment, and adherence to safety protocols. A valid driver license and background in mechanical maintenance are required, with preference for pump, motor, and hydraulic equipment experience.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of building or mechanical maintenance experience.
• One (1) year as operator trainee plus two (2) years in building or mechanical maintenance.
• One year of related college or vocational education may substitute for up to one year of work experience.

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 and keeps records of service calls, maintenance and repair work.
• May drive a City vehicle and maintain vehicle maintenance and mileage records.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Inspections

Preventive maintenance

Repairs

Education

Up to 9 months education/training beyond high school

Operator/maintenance training substitution

Tools

Centrifugal pump maintenance

Motors

Air compressors

Piping

Valves

Hydraulic equipment

Job description

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 installedequipment.
• Makes service calls to maintain and repair equipment and install equipment identificationtags.
• 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.

EDUCATIONAL 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.

EXPERIENCE 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).

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.

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.

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade 16

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.