Mechanical Systems Technician I (Flex)

Las Vegas Valley Water District

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of skilled, journey-level duties in the design, construction, installation, modification, fabrication, maintenance, repair and servicing of sophisticated and complex mechanical systems and machinery used in the treatment, storage, production and transmission of a potable water supply. Performs basic maintenance and repairs to electrical systems and electronic control systems. Performs skilled machine shop duties. This position is a flex position, with candidates hired at a level I and evaluated for potential advancement to level II after a 6-24 month period. The candidate hired will be required to pass a drug screening, background check, and may be required to pass a job-related physical evaluation.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or G.E.D. equivalent.
Two years of journey-level experience in the installation, maintenance and repair of pumping equipment, including valves, pumps and motors; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Two years of journey-level experience in the maintenance and repair of vertical and horizontal split case pumps.
Welding and fabrication experience.
Able to work in a team or individually.
Experience in diagnosing and repairing hydraulic systems, compressors cone valves, align motors.
Valid Class B Nevada driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the District’s Vehicle Insurance Policy.
Ability to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
Ability to stand and talk or hear; and walk or sit.
Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and frequently over 100 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Ability to use written and oral communication skills.
Ability to read and interpret data, information and documents.
Ability to analyze and solve problems.
Ability to use shop mathematics.
Ability to observe and interpret situations.
Ability to deal with changing, intensive deadlines.
Ability to interact with officials and the public.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in water distribution is highly desirable.
State of Nevada Division of Environmental Protection Distribution Operator's Grade I within 12 months of hire.
State of Nevada Division of Environmental Protection Distribution Operator's Grade II within 24 months of hire.
Nevada State Health Division Treatment Operator I certification within 12 months of hire.
Nevada State Health Division Treatment Operator I certification within 24 months of hire.
Chlorine Response Team Members must meet the requirements to serve on the team.
Ability to climb or balance.
Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
Ability to smell.
Ability to pass and maintain a breathing test at 80 percent or higher.
Ability to lift in a two-person lift a 250-pound chlorine cylinder into an upright position.
Ability to perform shutoffs and other repairs while wearing SCBA and other protective clothing and equipment.
Ability to occasionally wear respirators.

Responsibilities

Performs a wide variety of skilled, journey-level duties in the design, construction, installation, modification, fabrication, maintenance, repair and servicing of sophisticated and complex mechanical systems and machinery used in the treatment, storage, production and transmission of a potable water supply.
Performs basic maintenance and repairs to electrical systems and electronic control systems.
Performs skilled machine shop duties.
Diagnose and repair a wide variety of mechanical equipment, systems and machinery, such as valves, motors, pumps and other equipment common to the water works field.
Use precision and diagnostic instruments to measure required tolerances of mechanical parts.
Operate a pump installing rig.
Arc weld and oxygen-acetylene cut.
Identify and implement effective courses of action to complete assigned work.
Read and interpret plans, specifications and manuals.
Exercise independent judgment and initiative within established guidelines.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of the work.
Coordinate work assignments with other sections, divisions or departments.
Operate SCBA, scrubber and chlorine leak detector.