Waste Water Maintenance Mechanic III

City of Lancaster•Lancaster, OH

About The Position

The City of Lancaster is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to perform skilled mechanical maintenance on equipment used in wastewater treatment and collection systems, under the direction of the Superintendent and Plant Manager. The work includes responding to sewer, treatment plant, and pump station calls; maintaining wastewater equipment and facilities; and keeping required records and reports. Duties may vary and may not include every example listed in the posting. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and relevant training or work experience. An example of an acceptable qualification is secondary education plus two years of experience in mechanical maintenance and repair, or equivalent. A valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License with Tanker and Air Brake endorsements must be obtained within six months of hire. Candidates must be insurable under the City’s Liability Policy and successfully pass a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and criminal and driving record checks. The probationary period is governed by the Union Contract. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The City has a zero-tolerance policy for controlled substances, including medical marijuana, under its federal Drug Free Workplace Act obligations.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Training and work experience sufficient to demonstrate the listed skills, knowledge, and abilities; an example is secondary education plus two years of mechanical maintenance and repair experience, or equivalent.
Obtain a valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License with Tanker and Air Brake endorsements within six months of hire.
Be insurable under the City’s Liability Policy to operate City equipment and vehicles.
Successfully pass a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and criminal and driving record checks.
Skill in operating and maintaining equipment used by the department.
Skill in locating and diagnosing mechanical malfunctions and maintaining mechanical and electrical equipment.
Knowledge of wastewater-field safety practices; equipment, tools, and materials used in mechanical equipment repair and maintenance; and departmental mechanical and operating procedures.
Ability to understand and follow moderately complex oral and written instructions and diagrams.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.
Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals, meters, gauges, and other departmental materials.
Ability to work for long periods in inclement weather.
Ability to inspect electrical and mechanical equipment to detect problems and take appropriate remedial measures.
Ability to use tools necessary to perform the duties, maintain logs and records, prepare and submit reports, and use a variety of special safety devices.
Willingness and ability to respond to 24/7-365 sewer, treatment plant, and pump station calls.

Responsibilities

Respond to sewer calls and customer concerns, and treatment plant and pump station call-ins, on a 24/7-365 basis.
Install, repair, and overhaul pumps, motors, and other wastewater facility equipment; repair piping and fittings; and replace bearings, mechanical seals, packing, couplings, and other parts as needed.
Operate department equipment, including boom trucks, dump trucks, and air compressors.
Operate the Mainline Sewer TV Inspection Unit to identify defects in sanitary and combination sewer systems.
Perform daily lift station work, including removing rags, inspecting equipment, and cleaning.
Inspect sanitary and combination sewers for repairs and obstructions caused by foreign matter.
Operate a combination sewer jet/vacuum machine to clean sewers and remove grit, grease, and clogging objects.
Perform manhole work, including locating, raising, sealing, and replacing castings or covers.
Use cutting and welding torches and hand tools to perform required work.
Perform preventive maintenance on equipment, including cleaning filters and oiling and lubricating parts.
Smoke sewers to inspect for illegal connections and other infiltration problems.
Maintain records, logs, and work orders, and prepare required reports.
Perform other related duties associated with the essential functions.