Facilities Plant Mechanic I, II, III
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Salary : $44,344.56 - $68,884.61 AnnuallyLocation : Gastonia, NCJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 01559Department: Public UtilitiesDivision: Water & Sewer/Utilities MaintenanceOpening Date: 09/17/2024Closing Date: 12/31/2024 5:00 PM EasternFLSA: Non-ExemptGeneral Definition of Work Facilities Plant Mechanic I Performs technical and skilled trades work in the maintenance, repair and replacement of machinery and equipment in a water and/or wastewater treatment plant; does related work as required. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the assigned supervisor.Facilities Plant Mechanic II Performs intermediate technical and skilled trades work in the maintenance, repair and replacement of machinery and equipment in a water and/or wastewater treatment plant; does related work as required. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the assigned supervisor.Facilities Plant Mechanic III Performs difficult technical and skilled trades work in the maintenance, repair and replacement of machinery and equipment in a water and/or wastewater treatment plant; does related work as required. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Field Supervisor. Supervision may be exercised over a small crew.Essential Functions/Duties Facilities Plant Mechanic I

• Cleans, services and lubricates pumps, motors and related treatment equipment (15%)
• Dismantles and repairs various plant equipment such as gauges, grit collectors, conveyors, mechanical grinders, engines, blowers, gas and air compressors and chlorinators (20%)
• Performs complete overhauls of water and wastewater treatment machinery and equipment including chemical feeders, conveyors, chlorinators and pumps of all types (15%)
• Maintains and installs liquid chemical feed pumps (10%)
• Replaces control valves and valve position indicating lights (10%)
• Makes minor and emergency repairs (10%)
• Prepares records and reports on plant operations (10%)
• Performs minor electrical repairs (5%)
• Serves on the Utilities Maintenance emergency on-call rotation (5%)

Facilities Plant Mechanic II

• Dismantles, and repairs varied plant equipment such as gauges, grit collectors, conveyors, mechanical grinders, engines, blowers, gas and air compressors, and chlorinators (25%)
• Performs complete overhauls of water and wastewater treatment machinery and equipment, including, chemical feeders, conveyors, chlorinators and pumps of all types (20%)
• Cleans, services and lubricates pumps, motors and related treatment equipment (5%)
• Replaces control valves and valve position indicating lights (10%)
• Maintains and installs liquid chemical feed pumps (10%)
• Makes minor and emergency repairs (10%)
• Prepares, records and reports on plant operations (10%)
• Performs minor electrical repairs (5%)
• Serves on the Utilities Maintenance emergency on-call rotation (5%)

Facilities Plant Mechanic III

• Discusses job requirements with and receives instructions from supervisor (5%)
• Makes and adjusts work assignments (5%)
• Performs or assists in performing more difficult tasks (30%)
• Inspects work in progress to assure conformance with instructions (20%)
• Trains and instructs unskilled semi-skilled workers (15%)
• Requisitions necessary equipment and materials (10%)
• Maintains time and material records (5%)
• Prepares sample work reports (5%)
• Serves on the Utilities Maintenance emergency on-call rotation (5%)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Facilities Plant Mechanic IGeneral knowledge of the installation, repair and maintenance of the mechanical, hydraulic and electrical components of water and wastewater treatment and pump station equipment; general 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 work under adverse conditions.Facilities Plant Mechanic II Thorough 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; welding and fabrication skills; 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 work under adverse conditions.Facilities Plant Mechanic IIIThorough 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; welding and fabrication skills; 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 work under adverse conditions; thorough knowledge of the maintenance, repair and construction practice in the area assigned; thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the work; ability to assign and supervise the work of unskilled and semi-skilled workers; ability to prepare reports; ability to establish effective working relationships with others.Education/Experience/Physical Demands/Special Requirements/Additional Information Facilities Plant Mechanic I Education/Experience:Graduation from high school or equivalent and moderate experience in water and/or wastewater treatment plant maintenance, or equivalent combination of education and experience.Facilities Plant Mechanic II, III Graduation from high school or equivalent and moderate experience in water and/or wastewater utility systems maintenance, or equivalent combination of education and experience.Physical Demands:1. The physical activity of this position includes:

• Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. This factor is important if the amount and kind of climbing required exceeds that required for ordinary locomotion.
• Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing or couching on narrow, slippery or erratically moving surfaces. This factor is important if the amount and kind of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium.
• Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full use of the lower extremities and back muscles.
• Kneeling: Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
• Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
• Crawling: Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.
• Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
• Standing: Particularly for sustained periods of time.
• Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.
• Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward.
• Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
• Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires the substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles.
• Fingering: Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand or arm as in handling.
• Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
• Feeling: Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of the fingertips.
• Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.
• Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal spoken word levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make fine discriminations in sound, such as when making fine adjustments on machined parts.
• Repetitive Motions: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

2. The physical requirements of this position:

• Very Heavy Work: Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

3. The visual acuity requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision:

• The worker is required to have visual acuity to perform one or more of the following: operate machines such as lathes, drill presses, power saws and mills where seeing job is at or within arm's reach; performs mechanical or skilled trades tasks of a non-repetitive nature such as carpenters, technicians, service people, plumbers, painters, mechanics, etc.

4. The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position:

• The worker is subject to inside environmental conditions; Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.
• The worker is subject to outside environmental conditions: No effective protection from weather.
• The worker is subject to both environmental conditions: Activities occur inside and outside.
• The worker is subject to extreme cold: Temperatures below 32 degrees for periods of more than one hour.
• The worker is subject to extreme heat: Temperatures above 100 degrees for periods of more than one hour.
• The worker is subject to noise: There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level.
• The worker is subject to vibration: Exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities or whole body.
• The worker is subject to hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.
• The worker is subject to atmospheric conditions: One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: Fumes, odors dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.
• The worker is subject to oils: There is air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids.
• The worker is required to wear a respirator.
• The worker frequently is in close quarters, crawl space, shafts, manholes, small-enclosed rooms, small sewage and water line pipes, and other areas that could cause claustrophobia.
• The worker is required to function in narrow aisles or passageways.

Special Requirements/Additional Information:North Carolina AWWA-WEA Class I Maintenance Technologist Certification within 18 months of employment.NIMS 100, 200, and 700 training within twelve months of hire.Must possess a valid appropriate driver's license with acceptable driving history. Drug screening and criminal background check required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The City of Gastonia is committed to creating and maintaining a work environment that is inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. We value diversity and promise to honor your experiences, perspective, and unique identity.The City of Gastonia is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/HHigh Deductible Health Plan with HSADentalVisionLifeSupplemental Insurance PlansPension (Local Government Employees' Retirement System)401(k)457 Short-term/Long-term DisabilityDependent Care Plan Employee Assistance ProgramOn-Site Health ClinicEmployee Educational Assistance Program Sick Leave (12 days per year)Initial Employment Vacation: Starting at 12 days per yearHolidays (11 days per year)Personal Day (1 day per year)A comprehensive list of benefits can be found online at