Water Treatment Plant Mechanic

Town of Cary•Cary, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Science tells us that while a person can survive for up to three weeks without food, they can’t go for more than three to four days without water. In fact, water is so essential that the average human body is made up of about 60% of it! Access to clean, safe drinking water is crucial for health, hydration, and daily life. If you're excited about the opportunity to make a real impact by providing this vital resource to over 270,000 people in the Cary area, we have an incredible chance for you to join our award-winning team! The Cary-Apex Water Treatment Facility (CAWTF) is currently recruiting for a Water Treatment Plant Mechanic/Operator. As a Mechanic/Operator, you will perform responsible technical and skilled work in the operation and maintenance of a water treatment plant including sampling and analyzing, regulating processes and equipment, and participating in both preventative and corrective maintenance programs. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Water Treatment Plant Facility Supervisor and/or the Water Treatment Plant Maintenance Supervisor. The following is a generic class specification that pertains to mechanic/operator - I, II, Senior and Master. The duties of each level may be similar but differ in the level of difficulty or the experience needed to perform certain duties. The duties of the higher classifications may be considerably more technical and complex. The water treatment plant has put into place a career ladder that describes the criteria required to meet each of the levels within the career ladder. Employees working in this class may be primarily assigned to maintenance or operations. Regardless of the area of assignment, all employees in this classification are expected to operate the plant in a regular or fill-in capacity. The duties listed below are described as being typical of maintenance and operations. The anticipated salary range for this position is $56,867.20 - $69,867.20. Applicants who possess relevant certifications and experience may be eligible for higher starting pay. PLEASE NOTE: This is NOT an operator position. This vacancy IS A MECHANIC POSITION which will have operator responsibilities on a fill-in basis only. This position is a "critical position" meaning you are required to report to work during adverse weather or other emergency situations, to maintain equipment, operate the facility and/or assist the Department in any capacity to continue Town operations. This position will report to the Cary/Apex Water Treatment Plant located at 1400 Wimberly Road, Apex, NC 27523.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of the operating characteristics and maintenance requirements of a water treatment plant
thorough knowledge of electrical and electronic systems
thorough knowledge of hydraulic, chemical and mechanical principles pertinent to water treatment plant operations
thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards of the work and of necessary safety precautions
ability to operate a computer relative to the operation of the plant and troubleshooting malfunctions
ability to detect flaws in the operation of mechanical equipment and to determine proper remedial measures
ability to conduct routine laboratory tests
ability to understand and follow moderately complex oral and written instructions
ability to efficiently and effective communicate with staff and citizens
ability to read meters and charts accurately and to maintain records of shift operations
ability to work in adverse conditions
skill in the use and care of equipment and hand tools
Work in this class is medium to heavy work and may require exposure to various environmental conditions such as heat, cold, rain, and unpleasant surroundings.
An employee must have the physical agility to move about freely including climbing stairs, ladders on elevated water tanks and crawling into tight spaces.
Moderate to heavy lifting is required in performing the work.
Visual acuity is necessary to perform paperwork, read gauges, and make repairs.
An employee must also be able to hear, talk, smell and communicate effectively with staff and citizens.
Requires graduation from high school or equivalent GED.
A minimum "C" level surface water certification is required (or the ability to obtain within 1 year from date of hire).
Requires a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
This positions is designated as a "critical position", meaning you are required to report to work during adverse weather or other emergency situations, to maintain equipment and/or assist the Utility Division in any capacity necessary to continue Town operations.
Requires drug testing and background check (which may include criminal check, education verification and credit history review) prior to employment.

Nice To Haves

Candidates with a "C" level certification (or higher) are preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs regular preventive maintenance such as greasing moving parts, changing oil, checking amperages, and overall visual inspections of equipment and related parts
Participates in performing corrective maintenance procedures such as changing bearing in screen pumps and motors, changing ultraviolet lamps and repairing the wiring harness and connectors; packs pumps, changes belts, replaces shear-pins, etc.
Retrofits plant equipment, structures, plumbing and electrical systems
Performs maintenance on fiber optics and Ethernet network
performs maintenance on the ozone system, Captor chemical system, and lagoon dredge
Installs and maintains security systems and cameras
Performs maintenance on elevated storage tanks and valve control vaults
Collects data from preventative maintenance program and takes corrective action as required
Troubleshoots electrical and mechanical problems; checks blueprints, electrical schematics, manuals, etc. to determine problems
Maintains safe working environment
Provides assistance to other maintenance/operations technicians
Performs skilled mechanical and electrical work in high stress, high danger situations for themselves and co-workers
Provides technical support to install, troubleshoot, and repair control systems such as PLCs, telemetry and SCADA
Assists in training of other staff (higher level mech/operators)
Maintains on-site vehicles
Performs carpentry, painting, masonry and welding work
Assists in ordering, delivery and inventory of materials and supplies
Performs dismantling and overhauling of all chemical feed pumps and vertical raw pump
Performs maintenance and repair of stand-by generators
Performs major overhaul of treatment equipment
Performs installation of new equipment and structures
Maintains records on plant maintenance
Operates equipment for landscaping or maintenance needs as required
Performs other job-related tasks as required
Makes hourly tour of plant and checks and documents gauge readings and calibrations
Adjusts chemical feed rates through the computer
Checks meters and pumps for proper functioning
Collects raw water sample daily from raw water pump station
Calibrates meters that tie into the SCADA system
Runs hourly lab tests checking for pH, CL2, residual, turbidity, manganese, alkalinity, CO2; records lab paperwork
Maintains plant security through video surveillance, physical checks, and electronic lock system
Monitors production of ozone; makes sure all units are on and working properly
Observes tank levels and line temperature levels of liquid oxygen tanks
Monitors three pressure zones for leaks, pressures and flows
Monitors bulk and day tank for adequate supply of all chemicals
Collects samples for laboratory analysis; makes chemical catches to verify feed rates
Performs algae enumeration test counting and specifying different types and species algae
Performs specific laboratory tests; records results
Monitors operation of the plant through the use of the computer
Maintains records of plant operations
Off-loads chemical deliveries
Performs routine cleaning and maintenance of building and grounds
Makes minor or emergency repairs
Reports equipment operation problems to maintenance personnel
Performs other job-related tasks as required