Plant Maintenance Mechanic Apprentice

City of Longview, TX•Longview, TX

38d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs skilled labor in the installation, maintenance and repair of City Water Plants and equipment; maintains and adjusts equipment to meet job specifications and technical codes.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent, and one year of technical maintenance experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License
Ability to obtain a Class D Water license from Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) in five months
Ability to obtain a Class C license within nine months of meeting TCEQ requirements OR ability to obtain Millwright I classification within nine months

Responsibilities

Performs skilled labor in the installation, maintenance and repair of Water plant equipment and components
Reads and interprets technical manuals
Assists with maintenance of facilities and grounds
Checks facilities and equipment to verify proper operating conditions and identify maintenance needs
Repairs equipment and components and performs preventive maintenance on mechanical and electromechanical equipment and components as directed
Repairs and adjusts equipment and components
Verifies equipment functions meet job specifications and technical codes
Performs maintenance activities within scope of authority, and in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures
Notifies supervisors of problems beyond the scope of authority
Maintains Water plant work areas in a safe and orderly condition
Operates and maintains a variety of specialized vehicles and equipment in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures
Identifies and reports vehicle and equipment problems requiring additional repair
Follows all safety rules and regulations
Utilizes proper safety precautions in all work performed
Reports safety hazards, equipment problems and emergency situations
Cleans up and stores hazardous materials according to City policy and procedures
Responds to emergencies as needed
Cross-trains in proper work methods and safety procedures
Maintains daily work logs and records of maintenance services performed
Performs other related duties as assigned or required