Utilities Maintenance Mechanic I/II/III

City of Thornton; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Thornton seeks Utilities Maintenance Mechanic I–III to service sewer lift stations, water treatment facilities, and related equipment. Entry, intermediate, and journey levels offer a clear path for growth within a municipal utilities team.

Under supervision, technicians perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and inspections, with in-house and on-the-job training provided to build proficiency in pumps, valves, motors, and chemical handling systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years of mechanical maintenance/repair experience (II) with related certifications preferred.
• Three years of mechanical maintenance/repair experience (III) in water plant operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a 24-hour on-call status for emergency situations.
• Performs scheduled preventative maintenance and mechanical repair of machinery and equipment.
• Adjusts, lubricates, aligns, diagnoses and replaces components as required.

Skills

Safety procedures

Equipment operation

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

High School diploma or GED; two years experience

High School diploma or GED; three years experience

Tools

Boom truck

Forklifts

Lathes

Drilling equipment

Power tools

Job description

If you are mechanically or electronically inclined and like to work outdoors, you will enjoy this job.

We will provide in-house and on the job training to be proficient with troubleshooting and maintaining both large and small pumps, valves of all types and sizes, chemical handling systems, air compressors, electric motors, and confined spaces.

• This is a great job to slide into as a seasoned mechanic or electrician or as a young professional looking to grow with mechanic and electrical experience.
• Don't have water certification, collection certifications, or your CDL B? We'll help you get them.
• Work schedule is Monday thru Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm which includes a 30 minute lunch break.

Job Summary

Under specified supervision, performs scheduled maintenance and mechanical repair of sewer lift stations, raw and potable water treatment facilities equipment and machinery. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from level I or, when filled from the outside, require previous and directly related experience.

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic I

Under immediate supervision, this is the entry- level position in the Utilities Mechanic series. Incumbents are not required to have directly related work experience. Work is observed and reviewed both during performance and upon completion. Instruction or changes in procedures or exceptions to rules are explained in detail as required.

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic II

Under general supervision, this is the intermediate-level position in the Utilities Mechanic series. Incumbents generally have related work experience. Incumbents within this classification perform routine and less complex duties and responsibilities and steadily receive more complex duties and responsibilities as experience is gained. Employees are expected to work with only occasional instruction and assistance.

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic III

Under general supervision, this is the journey-level position in the Utilities Mechanic series. This classification is distinguished from level II by performing complex repairs and the full array of duties associated with the series. Employees at this level receive minimal instruction or assistance and are able to provide training to lower level and are fully skilled in the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

Essential Functions

Maintains a 24-hour on-call status for emergency situations as scheduled.

Performs scheduled preventative maintenance, mechanical repair and installation of machinery and equipment. Adjusts, lubricates, aligns, diagnoses and replaces equipment as required. Devel s daily and routine maintenance schedules.

Maintains service records, parts inventory and specifications for machinery and equipment for implementation of the preventative maintenance program.

Follows, prepares and generates standard operating procedures.

Assesses and tracks equipment condition for asset management. Obtains quotes for equipment procurement, replacement and budgetary planning.

Monitors and maintains water supply system, storage tank levels and pump station flow and pressure. Pre-treats water source lakes with appropriate chemicals, using a boat.

Monitors and maintains wastewater lift stations; performs maintenance on machinery, including lift station pumps, submersible pumps, electric and gas driven motors, control generators, compressors, and gear drives.

Monitors and maintains water treatment plants; performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on machinery, including pumps, valves, valve actuators, motors, pipes, flow meters, compressors, blowers, and other related equipment.

Cleans facilities including but not limited to pressure reducing valve vaults, pump stations, sewage lift stations, tank sites, water plants. Also coordinates contract mowing and performs mowing at facilities as required.

Monitors and maintains chemical feed and aeration facilities; reads charts, gauges, and meters to determine the status of the water supply and distribution system. Assists with chemical deliveries at the water plant.

Performs work that requires the use of specified respiratory equipment that guards against exposure to airborne hazards. Complies with all Municipal, State, and Federal physical requirements as per Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) guidelines.

May serve on-call status on a rotating basis for snow removal.

May work a varying schedule and/or shift.

May be required to work overtime.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic I

High School diploma or GED.

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic II

High school diploma or GED; two years of experience in mechanical maintenance and repair work. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic III

High school diploma or GED; three years of experience in mechanical maintenance and repair work, preferably in water plant and facility operations. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Licensing/Certification Requirements

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic I

A valid Colorado Class B Commercial Driver's License or ability to obtain within 9 months of hire, with a safe driving record.

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic II

Valid Colorado Class B Commercial Driver’s License with a safe driving record or ability to obtain within 9 months of hire; both a Class I Water Distribution Certification and Class I Sewer Collection Certification, or only a Water Plant Operator D Certification.

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic III

Valid Colorado Class B Commercial Driver’s License with a safe driving record or ability to obtain within 9 months of hire; both a Class II Water Distribution Certification and a Class II Sewer Collection Certification, or only a Water Plant Operator C Certification.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic I

Knowledge of the policies, procedures and goals of the city of Thornton and the department.

Knowledge of the organization, purpose, current issues, projects, and employee responsibilities of the department.

Knowledge of safety procedures and regulations for; confined space, utility maintenance functions, and chemical safety.

Skill in operating all assigned equipment, machinery, tools or equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.

Skill in the safe and lawful operation of a motor vehicle.

Ability to successfully complete all medical and fit testing as required for the use of personal protective respiratory equipment.

Ability to wear SCBA gear and/or respiratory protection.

Ability to read, comprehend and consistently follow safe work procedures.

Ability to listen well and communicate effectively orally and in writing with various audiences.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with city employees and the general public.

Ability to use standard office equipment, personal computer and job-related computer applications including electronic mail.

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic II

In addition to previous requirements.

Knowledge of general processing procedures associated with water supply distribution.

Knowledge of the federal, state, county and city regulations applicable to treatment plant operations.

Skill in the maintenance, repair and adjustment of motors, engines, pumps, and other associated water plant equipment.

Skill in operating equipment and machinery relating to plant mechanics, including boom truck, forklifts, lathes, drilling equipment, power equipment and hand tools.

Skill in diagnosing and detecting malfunctions and taking corrective action.

Ability to wear SCBA gear and/or respiratory protection.

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic III

In addition to previous requirements.

Skill in performing complex installation, maintenance, and replacement, of machinery, including lift station pumps, submersible pumps, electric and gas driven motors, control generators, compressors, and gear drives, valves, actuators, PRVs.

Skill in metal fabrication, welding, grinding, and cutting.

Skill in training junior and new employees regarding the duties of the position.

Ability to regularly exercise discretion and independent judgment.

Ability to maintain accurate records.

Physical and Mental Requirements

While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear and make repetitive motions. This position is mostly medium work; exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or a up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform mechanical or skilled trades tasks of a non-repetitive nature. The employee is subject to both inside and outside conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards and atmospheric conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin, close quarters, and narrow aisles or passageways. The employee is required to comply with all physical requirements of SCBA and/or any other respiratory protection equipment including passing all medical and fit testing.

Examinations and Selection

Examinations may include but are not limited to application screening beyond minimum qualifications; written, oral, practical exercise or any combination thereof or other job related assessment deemed appropriate by Human Resources.

Your application will be used as a screening tool. Completeness and accuracy are important! Any false or untrue statements or material omissions in the application and related paperwork or during the selection process could disqualify you from consideration.

Background Checks and Drug Screening

As a condition of employment, the city of Thornton conducts background investigations for all positions which may also include a review of credit report and/or driving record. A drug screen, physical, and/or psychological examination administered by a city-designated provider will be required for pre-determined positions.