Senior Utility Mechanic (Wastewater Operations)

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

Job summary

The City of Houston is seeking a skilled maintenance professional to perform repair and mechanical duties across water facilities, including pump stations and treatment plants. You will inspect, lubricate, and repair equipment, keep records on maintenance and parts, and coordinate shop work.

Some positions report to Cullen or Kingwood facilities. Applicants must have a valid driver's license and may be subject to drug testing; preference given to veterans.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; up to nine months of specialized training or higher education may be required.
• Three years of building or mechanical maintenance experience, or one year as an operator trainee plus two years in maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Performs skilled repair and mechanical work in the maintenance of water systems and facilities.
• Inspects, lubricates, and repairs equipment in pump stations and treatment plants; maintains maintenance records.
• Coordinates shop work and may supervise plant personnel; may train others.
• Requires ability to pass background checks and comply with driving policy.

Job description

Applications Accepted from: All Persons Interested

Service Line/Section: Houston Water/Wastewater Operations

Location: 7440 Cullen Blvd, Houston, TX 77051

Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday; 7:30AM - 4:00PM

Subject to change*

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Performs skilled repair and mechanical duties in the maintenance of water systems and facilities. Performs skilled mechanical work in the repair and maintenance of building, pump stations and treatment plants. Performs inspections, preventive maintenance, lubrications and repairs on various facilities and equipment. Maintains records of time and cost maintenance, including personnel; ensures that necessary parts and equipment are available. Reports unsafe conditions and makes repair recommendations. Coordinates and performs shop work and supervises the maintenance of shop equipment. May train and assign duties to plant personnel. Various positions will report either in Kingwood or at Cullen Maintenance Facility.

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 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 traineeand 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 also be given to candidates with training and experience in the corrective and preventive maintenance programs related to equipment such as chemical feed systems and/or flow metering equipment. Such experience could include PVC plumbing and design, low voltage electrical knowledge, the calibration of analyzers, leak detection systems and flow meters, etc.

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

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.