PART TIME: Plant Maintenance Mechanic

Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County•Athens, GA

24d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this job is to perform mechanical/specialty work functions associated with the operation and maintenance of water reclamation systems, maintenance and repair of water treatment plant systems, electrical, electronic, and mechanical equipment. Performs preventative maintenance on the dewatering and dryer buildings and associated equipment within our water reclamation facilities. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: maintaining records, repairing, maintaining and operating pumps, wells and motors; performing preventive maintenance and manual work activities; performing carpentry, welding, plumbing and concrete finishing tasks; and performing additional tasks as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, with one or more years of experience in Mechanics, Pump Maintenance, Water Reclamation Systems, water treatment systems maintenance, wastewater systems maintenance, mechanical operations/maintenance or related experience required; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position.
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and activities of the Public Utilities Department as they pertain to the performance of duties.
Knowledge of the terminology used within the department.
Knowledge of lift station pumping operations, raw water/ water reclamation systems, and of general mechanical operations.
Knowledge of departmental policies and procedures, of repair and maintenance techniques for pumps, wells, and motors, and of other procedures and methods as required in the performance of duties.
Knowledge of repair and maintenance techniques for pumps and motors.
Knowledge of water filter systems and of pneumatic equipment and general mechanical operations.
Skill in repairing and maintaining pumps, reading blueprints and technical manuals, low voltage electrical equipment, maintaining records, and in oral/written communication.
Skill in operating various machinery and equipment including a grinder, mechanic tools, power tools, lawn maintenance equipment, electric meters, plumbing tools, two-way radio, telephone, etc.
Skill in performing basic plumbing, carpentry, and electrical repair.
Skill in operating a computer and various software programs relevant to the position.
Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, and other staff members.
Ability to use independent judgment in routine and non-routine situations.
Ability to handle required mathematical calculations.
Ability to utilize and understand computer applications and techniques as necessary in the completion of daily assignments.
Ability to plan, organize and/or prioritize daily assignments and work activities.
Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including a dump truck, tractor, tanker, bulldozer, drill press, milling machine, grinder, welder, sheet metal equipment, mechanic tools, power tools, pumps and motors, electric meters, plumbing tools, lawn maintenance equipment, two-way radio, telephone, etc.
Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or materials.
stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motion.
Must be able to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently.
Requires the ability to compare and or judge the readily observable functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things.
Requires the ability to hear, speak and/or signal people to convey or exchange information. Includes giving/receiving assignments and/or directions to/from co-workers, assistants or supervisors.
Requires the ability to read a variety of blueprints, diagrams, manuals, informational documentation, directions, instructions, methods and procedures.
Requires the ability to prepare logs, reports, forms, etc., using prescribed formats and conforming to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction, and style.
Requires the ability to speak to people with poise, voice control, and confidence.
Requires the ability to learn and understand complex principles and techniques; to acquire and be able to expound on knowledge of topics related to primary occupation; and to make independent judgment in the absence of management.
Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, and to follow oral and written instructions.
Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently in a variety of administrative, technical or professional languages including wastewater and/or water treatment systems, mechanical, plumbing, and radio dispatching terminology.
Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; add and subtract totals; multiply and divide; determine percentages; interpret graphs, compute discount, interest, profit/loss, ratio/proportion, etc.; perform calculations involving variables, formulas, square roots and polynomials.
Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape, visually with a dump truck, tractor, tanker, bulldozer, drill press, milling machine, grinder, welder, sheet metal equipment, mechanic tools, power tools, electric meters, plumbing tools, lawn maintenance equipment, two-way radio, telephone, etc.
Requires the ability to coordinate hands, fingers, and eyes accurately in using equipment.
Requires the ability to lift, bend, push, pull, manipulate equipment/tools, tighten, loosen, insert, and align objects as the position necessitates.
Requires the ability to handle a variety of items such as automated equipment, hand tools, mechanic tools, testing equipment, etc.
Must have the ability to use one hand for twisting or turning motion while coordinating other hand with different activities.
Must have moderate levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.
Requires the ability to differentiate between colors and shades of color.
Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions.
Must be adaptable to performing under minimal stress when confronted with an emergency.
Must be able to talk and/or hear: (Talking - expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words). (Hearing - perceiving nature of sounds by ear).
Must be able to communicate via telephone, two-way radio.

Responsibilities

Maintains raw water/wastewater treatment equipment including circular and rectangular clarifiers, water basins, filters and Hypo-Chlorite generators to ensure proper operation; maintains lift stations.
Performs preventive maintenance activities such as cleaning and greasing pumps, cleaning wet wells, and changing filters.
Repairs, rebuilds, or replaces motors, pumps, gear boxes, drive shafts, coupling, and belts.
Checks pumps, gauges, backflow devices, clears wells and motors to ensure proper operation.
Assists in repairing and troubleshooting electronic low voltage circuitry.
Maintains records on pumps, wells and motors.
Handles liquid and dry chemicals; handles hazardous chemicals.
Maintains inventory of parts and supplies.
Performs building and grounds maintenance duties as assigned.
Operates light duty equipment (example: forklift).
Operates and handles general maintenance hand tools
Assists in annual inventory reporting and record keeping.
Operates City Works to keep track of preventive maintenance schedules.
Responds to routine requests for information from employees and members of the staff.
Prepares and/or receives various forms, reports or other documents; processes and forwards as appropriate.
Communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information; takes and relays messages and/or directs calls to appropriate personnel; returns calls as necessary.
Performs other duties as assigned.