Utilities Plant Mechanic - Wastewater

City of Winston-Salem, NC•Winston Salem, NC

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About The Position

Under immediate supervision, performs responsible skilled work in the maintenance, repair and replacement of machinery and equipment in water or wastewater treatment plants; does related work as required.

Requirements

Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma and considerable mechanical maintenance including the repair and maintenance of water or wastewater treatment and pumping equipment.
General knowledge of the installation, repair and maintenance of the mechanical, hydraulic and electrical components of water and wastewater treatment and pump station equipment
Thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions of the work
Skill in the use and care of tools of the trade
Ability to determine improper operation of water and wastewater pumping and treatment equipment, and to take proper remedial action
Ability to follow oral and written directions
Ability to supervise the work of skilled helpers
Ability to work under adverse conditions
Possession of a valid North Carolina Class B Commercial Drivers License or ability to acquire one within 6 months
On call work required.

Responsibilities

Maintains, repairs, dismantles and overhauls varied plant equipment such as bar screens, grit collectors, conveyors, mechanical grinders, pumps, engines and blowers, gas and air compressors, ventilation systems and chlorinators.
Performs complete overhaul of treatment plant machinery and equipment, including chlorinators, evaporators, chemical feeders, conveyors and pumps of all types.
Maintains large filters involving adjusting and installing control valves and units; replaces high pressure steam lines and works on return lines and installs valves.
Makes major and minor repairs to water mains and pumps sewage treatment plant on a relief basis or as needed; may be required to operate a treatment plant.

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