Utility Mechanic (Wastewater Operations)

City of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Houston is seeking a Water Operations Technician Trainee to perform skilled mechanical maintenance on water and wastewater systems at facilities and lift stations. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid Texas driver’s license, with one year of related experience or 18 months in mechanical maintenance.

Work is Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This is an emergency management position at the Tier I level within Public Works and Engineering.

Qualifications

• Educational requirement: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: 1 year as Houston Water Operations Technician Trainee or 18 months in building/mechanical maintenance.
• License: Valid Texas driver’s license and City of Houston driving policy compliance.

Responsibilities

• Skilled mechanical duties in the maintenance of water or wastewater systems and facilities.
• Plans work assignments including inspections, preventive and corrective maintenance, lubrications and repairs of buildings, pumps, motors, blowers, compressors, valves, lines at lift/pump stations and other water/wastewater systems, facilities and equipment.
• 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 condition to proper authorities. Keeps records of service calls, maintenance and repair work.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Overview

All Persons Interested

• Subject to Change

Reporting Location

7440 Cullen Blvd

Workdays & Hours

Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Description Of Duties / Essential Functions

• Skilled mechanical duties in the maintenance of water or wastewater systems and facilities.
• Performs and plans work assignments including inspections, preventive and corrective maintenance, lubrications and repairs of buildings, pumps, motors, blowers, compressors, valves, lines at lift/pump stations and other water/wastewater systems, facilities and equipment.
• Collects and catalogues data on installed equipment.
• Makes service calls to maintain and repair equipment and install equipment identification tags.
• Reports unsafe conditions and equipment condition to proper authorities. Keeps records of service calls, maintenance and repair work.

Working Conditions

This position involves considerable physical exertion, such as regular climbing of ladders, lifting heavy objects up to eighty (80) pounds on a highly frequent basis and/or assuming awkward position for long periods of time. There are frequent exposures to extreme levels of temperature, air pollution, noise pollution, chemical gases and substances.

This is a Department of Public Works and Engineering Emergency Management Position at the Tier I Level.

Minimum Requirements

Educational Requirements

Requires a high school diploma or GED certification. May require vocational competence in the operation of mechanical or electronic equipment.

Experience Requirements

One year of experience as a Houston Water Operations Technician Trainee or 18 months of experience in building or mechanical maintenance is/are required.

One year of directly related college or vocational education may be substituted for up to a maximum of one year of work experience.

License Requirements

Requires a valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving.

Preferences

• Preference will be given to applicants who have experience in plant and/or lift station maintenance, with a minimum of two years of experience in mechanical maintenance.
• Preference shall also 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 Skills Assessment Test.

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

PAY GRADE 13

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.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.