Utility Mechanic-Water/Sewer Maintenance

City of Portsmouth, NH; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Utility Mechanic for Water/Sewer Maintenance. This role involves maintaining municipal buildings, repairing water meters, and ensuring the functionality of wastewater systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in various trades, including plumbing and carpentry, and will be responsible for emergency responses and routine maintenance tasks. This position offers a competitive pay range and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to grow in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Account

Professional Development

Longevity Incentives

Qualifications

• Must have a working knowledge of one or more trades.
• 3+ years of experience in construction or maintenance work required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair work on municipal buildings.
• Maintain and repair water distribution and wastewater collection facilities.

Skills

Plumbing

Carpentry

Electricity

Masonry

Automotive Repair

General Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Heavy Equipment

Welding Equipment

Small Engine Tools

Job description

Utility Mechanic-Water/Sewer Maintenance

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Base pay range

$23.79/hr - $27.23/hr

Job Advertisement

Starting pay rate for this position is $23.79-$27.23 an hour per the 1386A Working Agreement experience and certification(s). Detailed information about the AFSCME 1386A Working Agreement including salary schedule and benefits can be found here: https://www.cityofportsmouth.com/hr/employment-contracts The City offers a generous compensation and benefits package that includes retirement paid time off including vacation holidays medical & dental insurance flexible spending account professional development career growth longevity incentives and more! We welcome diverse and non-traditional backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don't satisfy every single bullet on this list. Learn more about why our employees enjoy working with City of Portsmouth by watching this video: Working for the City of Portsmouth Individuals in this position fulfill one or more of the operational work objectives of maintaining inspecting repairing and constructing City buildings and property water distribution and wastewater collection facilities storm drain system and street related facilities or controls requiring the application of specialized skills such as carpentry plumbing electricity masonry automotive painting utility line inspection and other general trades and performing skilled and semi-skilled work as required. Employees in this position are expected to understand project or task objectives identify and execute the appropriate tasks use tools correctly and to successfully complete assigned work with minimal instruction. Work is performed individually as part of a larger work unit may involve the supervision of others and requires the use of good judgement. Supervision is varied. Performance is subject to review according to the City's personnel plan through observation reports and the results achieved.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar; related; or a logical assignment to; or extension of; the position.

• Performs maintenance and repair work on municipal buildings such as repairing roofs; steps; fences; doors; maintaining and repairing plumbing and heating systems; painting interior and exterior surfaces. Reads instructions; plans and specifications.
• Performs all types of maintenance and repair work for which the individual is trained.
• Maintains and repairs damaged or inoperative water meters; hydrants and valves. Flushes and cleans water or sewer mains or piping; swimming pool filter systems; chlorination devices and pumps. Appropriately adjusts regulating equipment.
• Repairs and maintains a variety of tractors; lawn mowers; rototillers and other small motor or engine driven equipment. May perform minor automotive mechanic work on small and large trucks and other vehicles. Welds; fabricates and performs body work incidental to these functions.
• Repairs and maintains outdoor and enclosed facilities such as playing fields; playgrounds; ice rinks and picnic areas. Cuts and grooms grassed areas. Spreads; rolls and seeds loam. Shapes and maintains sports or play areas. Floods ice rinks and controls snow and ice. Operates heavy equipment as required.
• Lays cement sidewalks; floors; brickwork; manholes; catch basins and stone work. Plasters and lays block. Maintains traffic control devices such as pavement striping; signs and replacing light bulbs in signals. Performs street and parking garage repairs.
• Perform video inspection of sanitary sewer and storm drain lines and maintain data from the inspections.
• Is subject to call out to respond to emergencies after normal working hours.
• Prepares; maintains and reports work according to approved formats and procedures.
• Operates and checks city vehicles correct for fluid levels; pressures and general operating condition. Cleans and washes any assigned vehicles weekly. Reports maintenance issues.
• Performs such other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor.
  
  

Minimum Required Qualifications

Applicants for this position must have graduated from high school or have earned a graduate equivalent diploma (GED); have a working knowledge of one or more trades and not less than three (3) years' experience in construction or maintenance work.

New hires must obtain before the end of their probationary period and incumbents must possess a valid commercial driver's license; class B and have no offenses which would prohibit or restrict insurability by any insurance carrier providing coverage to the City.

Must possess a Water Distribution License Grade I and a Sewer Collection License Grade I or the ability to acquire appropriate licensing within eighteen (18) months from the date of original appointment. Additional certifications and licensing may be required.

Physical and Mental Requirements

Work is performed inside a garage; at field locations; outside in all weather conditions; in confined spaces; and inside vehicles. This position requires frequently working around; in; under and on top of machinery; equipment and vehicles. Ability to perform simple and routine manual labor and perform one routine job for a prolonged period. Current position includes some limited physical requirements including: frequently performing strenuous manual labor for extended periods of time under adverse and varying weather and climatic conditions; frequently moving and transporting equipment; supplies; and tools weighing up to 80 pounds; and possible exposure to hazardous conditions; chemicals; gases; and odors.

Full Job Description

UM-Water Sewer Stormwater.pdf

Disclaimer

The essential functions and duties described herein are normal for this position. They are intended as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar related or a logical assignment to or extension of the position. Other duties may be required and assigned by the supervisor. The City of Portsmouth is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran status or genetic information. The City is committed to providing access equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment its services programs and activities. To request reasonable accommodations contact our Human Resources Director by phone [phone].

Application Special Instructions

Finalist must complete pre-employment screening drug testing and background check.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Facilities Services

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