Utilities Maintenance Mechanic

City of Akron; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Akron is seeking an experienced maintenance worker to perform skilled maintenance and repair on a wide range of sewer and water utilities equipment. You will work under supervision with substantial independence, maintaining pumps, SCADA controls, and related machinery across multiple sites.

Responsibilities include updating work orders in CMMS, driving to service locations, and mentoring less experienced staff.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or GED with a minimum of three years of paid experience in wastewater, sewer, drinking water, or water distribution equipment maintenance and repair.
• Possession of a valid State of Ohio driver’s license.
• Knowledge of maintenance methods, tools, and safety precautions for complex water or wastewater machinery.
• Ability to use CMMS and related software; establish relationships and read simple schematics.
• Ability to work under stress, follow oral instructions, and safely operate a motor vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled maintenance and repair on a wide variety of sewer and water utilities equipment.
• Maintain, repair, and adjust machinery such as pumps, motors, SCADA controls, and related components.
• Access, enter, and update work orders in a computerized maintenance management system.
• Drive to various locations to inspect and service equipment; perform related work as required.
• Provide guidance to subordinates on difficult repairs and assist with building and system maintenance.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

CMMS usage

Interpersonal skills

Safety awareness

Vehicle operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid Ohio driver’s license

3+ years paid maintenance experience

Tools

SCADA systems

Job description

This is responsible skilled and leader work in the maintenance and repair of sewer or water utilities plants, systems, and equipment.

An employee in this class is responsible for the performance of skilled maintenance and repair work on a wide variety of sewer or water utilities equipment.

Works under the general direction of a supervisor with considerable independence in carrying out assignments.

Water Reclamation Services Bureau - Maintains, repairs, and adjusts mechanical equipment including, but not limited to, pumps, blowers, screens, strainers, mixers, piping, collectors, lubrication systems, lift stations, cleaning/flushing equipment, generators, and SCADA instrumentation and controls. Uses confined space safety equipment when required by policy. Performs minor motor vehicle maintenance. Installs new wiring in pump stations. Changes and checks oil in compressors and performs other maintenance and repair activities. Makes repairs or alterations to buildings and systems including roofs, plumbing, doors, windows, painting, masonry, handrails, fencing, etc. Provides advice to subordinates on difficult repairs. Accesses, enters, and updates work orders into a computerized maintenance management system. Drives to various locations to inspect and service equipment. Performs related work as required.

Water Bureau - Maintains and repairs a wide variety of water plant and distribution equipment, including, but not limited to, water pressure operating valves, diaphragms, chlorinators, elevation gauges, meters, chemical feeders, motors, sludge pumps, chlorine lines, evaporators, generators, SCADA instrumentation and controls, and other water treatment plant processing and associated equipment. Repairs boilers, motors, pumps, etc. Installs new wiring in pump stations. Changes and checks oil in compressors and performs other maintenance and repair activities. Drives to various locations to inspect and service equipment. Performs general maintenance on lift stations, elevated tanks, standpipes, reservoirs, and auxiliary equipment. Performs general maintenance such as painting, yard maintenance and cleaning wet wells. Updates charts and records regarding daily activities. Accesses, enters, and updates work orders into a computerized maintenance management system. Performs general maintenance on pump station backup generator. Provides advice to subordinates on difficult repairs. Performs related work as required.

Graduation from an accredited high school or GED and a minimum of three years of paid experience in the maintenance and repair of wastewater treatment plant, sewer collection, drinking water treatment, or water distribution equipment, or an equivalent combination of paid experience and training. THE EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT MEANS THAT YOU MAY SUBSTITUTE UP TO 50% OF PAID EXPERIENCE WITH RELATED TRAINING. Possession of a valid State of Ohio driver's license.

Knowledge of the methods, tools, practices, and procedures used in the maintenance and repair of complex water or wastewater treatment machinery and equipment. Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of mechanical maintenance and repair work.

Skill in the use of computerized maintenance management systems and related software. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to apply acquired knowledge and skills to the repair of a variety of equipment and machines. Ability to read simple schematic drawings. Ability to follow oral instructions. Ability to work in conditions of stress or hazard. Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. LIst of essential job functions available upon request.

This is a classified position.

The selection process will consist of a competitive examination with credit for education and experience. A passing score must be obtained on the competitive examination in order to receive credit for education and experience. TEST WEIGHTS: Competitive Examination 70%, Education 20%, Experience 10%

Candidates must meet the qualifications and requirements listed in the announcement at the time of examination and at the time of appointment.

Since this examination is posted on a combined basis, two separate eligibility lists will be generated with promotional candidates considered before open candidates.

NOTE: The competitive examination may be suspended if shown to be impractical because of an insufficient number of qualified candidates. The candidates will then be ranked in a standard manner based on 70% for qualifying, 20% for education, and 10% for experience.

RESIDENCY: Candidates who have been resident citizens within the corporate limits of the City of Akron for at least one year immediately prior to the examination and who continue to reside within the corporate limits of the City of Akron throughout the remainder of the selection process will have 5 points added to their passing grades.

VETERANS: A veteran of the Armed Forces of the United States, honorably discharged from active duty, desiring a bonus of 5 points added to their passing grade, must submit proof of discharge in the form of a DD-214 with application.

DRIVER S LICENSE: An applicant having a valid driver's license from another state will be accepted conditionally provided that, if selected, an Ohio Driver's License must be obtained prior to appointment. Candidates having six or more points on their driving record at the time of appointment will be disqualified from further consideration.

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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Akron is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, which includes building an environment that respects the individual, promotes innovation and offers opportunities for all employees to develop to their full potential. A diverse workforce helps the City realize its full potential. The City benefits from the creativity and innovation that results when people with different experiences, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds work together. In compliance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), the City is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, language, religion, citizenship status, sex, age, marital status, sexual preference or orientation, gender identity/expression, military/veteran status, disability, genetic information, membership in a collective bargaining unit, status with regard to public assistance, or political affiliation. The City adheres to these policies in both our hiring and employment practices.

Applicants are required to meet the minimum qualifications for the position with or without an accommodation. If you are a qualified applicant with a disability, please notify the Department of Human Resources at least one week prior to testing if requesting a reasonable accommodation for the testing process.

The City of Akron is committed to protecting the safety, health and well-being of all employees in our workplace and providing the community with the highest quality municipal services possible. Alcohol, marijuana, and drug abuse in the workplace pose a significant threat to these goals. In furtherance of its goal to maintain a drug and alcohol-free workplace, the City conducts pre-employment drug screening for illegal drugs, marijuana, and the illegal, unauthorized use, or intentional misuse of prescription drugs. Any candidate who tests positive for marijuana or the illegal use of drugs will not be hired.