Utility Plant Specialist - Mechanical

City of Richmond•Richmond, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Richmond Department of Public Utilities - Wastewater Utility is seeking a highly qualified Utility Plant Specialist with experience in the maintenance of industrial mechanical equipment. This is an essential personnel position, which requires the selected candidate to report to work for emergency and on-call duty in response to inclement weather/natural disaster, disruption in water distribution system and other urgent events. This position requires working 8-hour shift with overtime when necessary, including weekends and holidays, regularly.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
No experience required
Prefer two (2) years of experience in a related field
Advancement through the broadband depends in part on additional experience (Zone II, minimum of 12 additional months of experience; Zone III, minimum of 18 additional months of experience; and Zone IV minimum of 36 additional months of experience).
An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification.
Requires a valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record or must obtain a valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License within 30 days of hire
Zone II requires all the above plus Forklift certification or the ability to obtain Forklift certification within 90 days of hire
Zone III requires all the above plus VA Contractor Board Journeyman license
Zone IV requires all the above plus VA Contractor Board Master license
At least two (2) years of pump repair experience
At least three (3) years of experience in Wastewater, Water or Industrial environment is a plus
HVAC and Boiler experience is a plus
A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is preferred
Mechanical experience is preferred
Conduit bending and installation
Electric motor/wiring
Megger testing
National Electrical Code NFP 70E and Arc Flash Hazards
Principals of boiler maintenance and operations
Principles of HVAC
Centrifuges
Chemical metering
Electrical and mechanical equipment used at a utility plant (e.g. water purification, pumping, and wastewater equipment)
CMMS automated system
Utility plant operations
Safety practices and principles
Troubleshooting electrical circuits
Updating, repairing, and replacing plant lighting systems
Maintaining and repairing electrical systems ranging from 120 volts to 4160 high voltage
Disassembling pumps
Carpentry and plumbing
Reading and understanding drawings, blueprints, and maps
Using and operating various equipment safety and correctly
Using chemicals properly
Working with vendors
Operate equipment such as bucket trucks and forklifts
Operate back-flow testing equipment
Operate plumbing equipment such as sewer snakes and drain cleaners
Operate power washers, chain saws, lawn mowers, weed eaters, and pruners
Operate cranes and other equipment for hoisting and pulling equipment
Operate equipment for laser alignment of pumps and motors
Operate and use basic hand and power tools
Operate drill press
Operate torches
Operate refrigerant equipment such as gauges, recovery machines, leak detectors, and scales
Operate electrical and electro-mechanical equipment
Problem solve and troubleshoot

Nice To Haves

At least two (2) years of pump repair experience
At least three (3) years of experience in Wastewater, Water or Industrial environment is a plus
HVAC and Boiler experience is a plus
A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is preferred
Mechanical experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Performing routine and specialized maintenance in one or more areas of specialization such as painting, carpentry, lock keying and replacement, tree trimming, traffic control systems, or welding; Performing routine and specialized maintenance in building/plant or grounds maintenance such as mowing, mulching, replacing ceiling tiles, repairing and installing faucets and bathroom fixtures, repairing and cleaning roofs and gutters, brick and concrete repair, fence repair, playground equipment repair, or small engine repair; Serving as lead worker over helpers, and other lower level staff; generating reports on a routine and recurring basis; maintaining records and files; attending staff meetings; Performing safety inspection of vehicles, safety inspections of equipment and work tools, safety and maintenance inspections of area of responsibility; ensuring helpers and staff under their lead follow safety procedures; and attending safety meetings; Ordering supplies and parts from vendors; overseeing and inspecting the work of contractors; and may interacts with citizens during the course of completing tasks; Performing assigned maintenance tasks and repairs; Troubleshooting and conducting preventive maintenance in areas of responsibility which includes but not limited to the wastewater plant and/or pumping stations; Responding to routine and emergency calls located in hazardous locations and working on gearboxes, conveyors and other relative wastewater treatment duties; Providing some Leadership/Training experience as needed.