Utility Maintenance Person – Plant Utility Maintenance Person (M6000)

Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District • Cuyahoga Heights, OH

11h

About The Position

This is a training position pursuant to the qualifications specified in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and Maintenance Training Program guidelines. It prepares the candidate to bid on the Plant Utility Maintenance Person (PUMP) position. Under general supervision, the employee performs skilled work maintaining and repairing Sewer District equipment, machinery, facilities, and grounds. The employee works with others to install, modify, maintain, and repair mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment, and performs other duties of a similar nature as required.

The role assists with mechanical and electrical work, including installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and modifying plant equipment; plumbing and pipefitting; grinding and torch cutting; welding; equipment repair; minor fabrication; and painting equipment and process piping. It also involves operating Sewer District vehicles and equipment to transport lubricants and equipment, participating in preventive and predictive maintenance, lubricating and inspecting equipment, troubleshooting faulty equipment, and using a computerized maintenance management system to enter and retrieve information.

The position requires a high school diploma, GED, or state-recognized equivalent, along with five years of industrial maintenance experience involving mechanical, electrical, and/or welding work, or related military experience and training, to qualify for entry into the Maintenance Training Program at the third milestone (M6000). Successful completion of an accredited trade school in a mechanical or electrical discipline may substitute for work experience. A valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record are required. A Department of Labor-approved registered apprenticeship completion certificate in Industrial Machinery Mechanic or Millwright (Mechanical) is preferred.

The work involves physical activity and exposure to varied conditions, including extreme weather, wet or humid environments, hazards, vibration, noise, and confined or restricted spaces. The employee may sometimes perform confined-space entry and must be able to wear required respiratory protection without facial hair interfering with the facepiece seal. The position may be authorized for hybrid work; eligibility is discussed during the interview process.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or state-recognized equivalent.
• Five years of industrial maintenance experience involving a combination of mechanical, electrical, and/or welding work, or related military experience and training, to qualify for entry into the Maintenance Training Program at the third milestone (M6000). Successful completion of an accredited mechanical or electrical trade school may substitute for work experience.
• Valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets the Sewer District’s acceptable guidelines.
• Basic knowledge and skills in mechanical and/or electrical trades, including inspection and record keeping.
• Knowledge of lubrication, its application, and work hazards and safety precautions.
• Ability to interpret illustrated parts breakdowns, blueprints, sketches, and diagrams.
• Ability to successfully complete assessments demonstrating aptitude in instrumentation, electrical, mechanical, or other job-related subjects as required.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and make sound judgments and decisions based on interpretation of data.
• Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools.
• Reliability and punctuality in reporting to work as scheduled.
• Ability to perform the stated physical activities and lift up to 70 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to wear required respiratory protection devices, including meeting the requirement that facial hair not interfere with the facepiece-to-face seal.

Nice To Haves

• Certificate of completion from a Department of Labor-approved registered Industrial Machinery Mechanic or Millwright (Mechanical) apprenticeship program.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and modifying plant equipment in mechanical and electrical areas.
• Perform or assist with plumbing, pipefitting, grinding, torch cutting, welding, equipment repair, minor fabrication, and painting of equipment and process piping.
• Operate Sewer District vehicles and equipment to transport lubricants and equipment.
• Participate in preventive and predictive maintenance of Sewer District facilities, including lubricating and inspecting mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Assist with troubleshooting and analyzing faulty equipment.
• Use the computerized maintenance management system to input and retrieve information.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature as required.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Retirement planning options through the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System and deferred compensation plans.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Free parking at facilities.
• Corporate discounts.
• Health and Wellness Program promoting life/work balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED