Water Treatment Plant Mechanic/Relief Operator II

Cityofjackson; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 46,542 - 56,885; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Pension program

Job summary

Cityofjackson is looking for a Water Treatment Plant Mechanic/Relief Operator II to maintain and repair systems at the Water Treatment Plant. Key tasks include overhauling components, performing chemical analyses, and responding to emergencies.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, two years of relevant experience, and a valid Michigan driver’s license. Benefits include medical insurance and a pension program.

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan driver’s license with a good record.
• Two years’ experience in equipment maintenance and repair.
• F-4 water treatment certification within one year of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Installs and overhauls major components of the water treatment system.
• Checks equipment malfunctions and makes necessary repairs.
• Operates crane and performs tasks involved in replacing wells.

Skills

Maintenance and repair of water supply systems

Welding and machining skills

Ability to perform chemical analysis

Education

High school education

2-year vocational certificate/degree in a related field

Tools

Various hand tools

Vibrating machinery

Job description

Water Treatment Plant Mechanic/Relief Operator II – Internal & External

General Summary: Under the supervision of a higher classified employee, performs maintenance and repair of electrical, mechanical, and water supply systems at the Water Treatment Plant and Pumping Station. Serves as a qualified relief operator as assigned.

Typical Duties

1. Installs or removes from service and overhauls major components of the water treatment system, such as chemical feeders, clarifying tanks, filtration systems, pumps, wells, and storage tanks.
2. Locates and repairs leaks and blockages in pipes and conduits.
3. Tears down, cleans, lubricates, and reassembles motors, valves, pumps, and monitoring devices.
4. Checks equipment malfunctions noted by operators, making adjustments and replacing or repairing parts as necessary.
5. Rebuilds or modifies components of the water treatment system using welding, machining, tool making, blacksmithing, and masonry skills.
6. Performs electrical, mechanical, and carpentry work as instructed. Paints pipes, buildings, and equipment.
7. Hoses down equipment, changes chlorine tanks, and monitors chemical supplies.
8. Responds to emergency breakdowns requiring immediate repair to maintain adequate water quality and quantity.
9. As a relief Water Treatment Plant Operator, takes periodic meter readings in the control room/laboratory and performs chemical and bacteriological analysis of water samples.
10. Participates in general maintenance of buildings and grounds as necessary.
11. Operates crane and performs tasks involved in pulling and replacing wells.
12. Collects distribution system bacteriological samples.
13. Drives vehicles in performance of duties.
14. Reports on a timecard the jobs worked on and the equipment and materials used. Prepares regular reports as required.
15. Documents work performed and parts and components repaired and replaced on operating equipment. Enters data on maintenance logs and records for emergencies and/or planned maintenance schedules.
16. Maintains operating equipment and workspaces in a clean and orderly manner.
17. Performs all work consistent with safety procedures and MSDS guidelines, such as lock‑out/tag‑out. Regularly reviews safety procedures.
18. Collects water samples for EGLE, EPA, or in‑house sampling.
19. Performs all lab work, which includes but is not limited to mixing reagents, preparing broths, and preparing standards.
20. All other duties as assigned.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned this classification. They are descriptive and explanatory but not restrictive, and do not preclude assignment of other tasks of related kind or lesser skills.

Eligibility Requirements

• Valid Michigan driver’s license and good driving record at the time of appointment, which must be maintained during employment.
• High school education and two years’ experience in equipment maintenance and repair are required.
• A 2‑year vocational certificate/degree in a related field is desired but not required; consideration may be given to additional related education substituting part of the minimum experience requirement.
• Must obtain a minimum of F‑4 water treatment certification within one (1) year of appointment and maintain it during employment.
• Valid Michigan Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within six (6) months of hire, with a good driving record, and licensed to operate job‑required equipment as mandated by State law.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English as necessary for the position.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and to work well with other employees and members of the public.
• Expected to maintain orderly law‑abiding citizenship, sobriety, integrity, and loyalty as it pertains to employment with the City.
• Physical and mental ability to perform the essential duties without excessive absences.

Physical Demands

The employee is frequently required to stand, sit, walk, use arms, hands, and fingers, talk, hear, and see. They must use hand strength to grasp tools and turn large valves, climb steps and occasionally ladders, reach, pull, and twist with hands and arms, operate vibrating machinery, use a shovel and hand tools, and move portable pumps, air hammers, power saws, etc. Occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 90 pounds of material and assisting co‑workers to lift and/or move heavier objects, requiring torque strength of up to 75 pounds. Also required to work in a business office setting, type, enter data, and use oral and written communications. Works both indoors and outdoors, sometimes near moving mechanical equipment. Frequently works with hazardous chemicals and irritants, using appropriate personal protective equipment. Noise level is usually moderate.

It is the policy of the city to promote and encourage the recruitment, hiring, training and advancement of all persons and not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of religion, race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, marital status, source or level of income, height, weight, religious or political opinion, union affiliation, and physical or mental handicap unrelated to the individual's ability to perform the duties of a particular job or position.

Grade/Salary: 307 / $51,714

Benefits

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Pension program
• Deferred compensation plan (457)
• Healthcare savings plan