Systems Reliability Operator I, II, III, IV, V (Mechanical)

Polk County•Bartow, FL

2h•Onsite

About The Position

The Utilities Division is responsible for public health and safety, as well as safeguarding the environment, by providing crucial safe water and wastewater services. This position is part of the team that provides services necessary for human health, economic stability, and overall societal well-being. At the core of the mission of providing these services includes commitment to providing excellent customer service to our citizens, business partners, regulatory agencies, and other county divisions. These positions perform highly skilled work in industrial maintenance, troubleshooting and repair work in water production facilities, wastewater facilities, and lift stations. Responsibilities include preventative and corrective maintenance, repair, diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical equipment. These positions most also have general theory and understanding of industrial instrumentation and electrical controls. The role also involves performing physical labor to support facility and system upkeep. Employees may be assigned to specific water or wastewater sites for extended periods to gain practical experience and knowledge toward meeting the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) certification or licensing requirements. This position plays a key role in ensuring the reliability of essential utility services, regulatory compliance, environmental stewardship, and public health and safety.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited high school or possess an acceptable equivalency diploma.
Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to secure a valid Florida driver’s license within 30 days of employment.
Must have the physical, developmental and mental ability to perform job tasks, work efforts, responsibilities and duties of the job.
Ability to participate in the system reliability department's on-call rotation.
Ability to lift, carry, and manipulate equipment and materials weighing over 75 pounds.
Ability to independently ambulate, drive, climb, bend, stoop, sit, and stand as required by job tasks.
Ability to learn/use safety and occupational hazards precautions.
Operator I: Entry Level position, limited experience.
Operator II: 1 year experience (2,080 hrs.) and Florida Wastewater Collection “C” Certification.
Operator III: 3 year’s experience (6,240 hrs.) and Florida Wastewater Collection “B” Certification.
Operator IV: 5 year’s experience (10,400 hrs.) and Florida Wastewater Collections “A” Certification.
Operator V: 5 year’s experience (10,400 hrs.) Florida Wastewater Collections “A” Certification required, Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician Certification (CMRT), Associate Certified Electronics Technician (CETA) or equivalent certification, Municipal Board of Examiners Inc. of Polk County (Polk MBOE) Journeyman Electrical License, Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) CDL “B or “A” license, and/or Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Water treatment, Wastewater level, Distribution treatment license accepted.
A comparable amount of related training or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications except for licensing and certifications.

Nice To Haves

General theory and understanding of industrial instrumentation and electrical controls.
Ability to obtain a Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician Certification (CMRT).
Ability to obtain Florida Wastewater Collections Certification “C”, “B”, “A”.
Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician Certification (CMRT).
Associate Certified Electronics Technician (CETA) or equivalent certification.
Municipal Board of Examiners Inc. of Polk County (Polk MBOE) Journeyman Electrical License.
Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) CDL “B or “A” license.
Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Water treatment, Wastewater level, Distribution treatment license.

Responsibilities

Inspects and observes the plants, lift stations and other Public Utilities equipment assigned on a daily basis; checks and evaluates equipment for leaks, excess fluids, and other potential repair or maintenance concerns; addresses concerns and performs necessary mechanical work to ensure functionality.
Changes oil, inspects equipment, replaces belts, and greases equipment; exercises and rotates equipment for even usage; monitors and records all maintenance and repair activities.
Performs inspections and operational efficiency checks; conducts preventative maintenance service on a variety of mechanical and electrical components, pumps and supportive equipment and machinery.
Repairs, troubleshoots, and replaces pumps, motors, actuators, gearboxes, pulleys, chemical lines, bar screens, clarifiers, screw lifts, vertical high-speed stage pumps, and other equipment; fabricates and prepares equipment to be installed or removed.
Works, engages, and assists electricians and other technicians on various installation activities; participates in the installation of motors, meters, soft starts, and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs); works with facility operations staff to ensure compliance with industry standards and all regulations.
Installs and pulls water well pumps and motors; performs lift station back-flushing, and replaces, repairs, and checks pumps and valves; pulls transducer, floats, and check valves at lift stations; cleans and pumps down wet well to inspect riser, shoes, rails, and pumps.
Mows lawns, operates weed eater, and uses pressure wash to clean and maintain lift stations, water wells, and surrounding areas; paints and places posts around stations as needed.
Attends and participates in safety, equipment, and plant training; obtains vendor quotes to assist in ordering supplies, equipment and parts; works with contractors and other departments; cross trains with various other technicians and departments.
Maintains records of service and maintenance for all booster stations, lift station facilities, mains, and plant mechanical and electrical equipment.
Performs other duties as assigned.