Location: Pharr,TX, USA
JOB DESCRIPTION
General Statement of Duties
Under general supervision of the WWTP Supervisor, the Maintenance Technician performs a wide variety of skilled, journey-level duties in the installation, modification, design, maintenance, and repair of mechanical equipment and machinery used in the operation of large water and wastewater treatment plants, sewer lift stations and reclaimed water pump stations, potable booster stations; operation/maintenance, including: production, storage and distribution facilities, power generation, UV disinfection, and chlorine generation equipment.
Essential Functions
The duties described below are indicative of what the Maintenance Technician may be asked to perform:
* Maintain regular, reliable, and prompt attendance, physically present to work;
* Performs a variety of skilled, journey-level duties involved in the inspection, diagnosis, troubleshooting, maintenance, repair and servicing of field and shop equipment, components, facilities and machinery associated with the production, collection, treatment, storage, and distribution of potable water, raw water, wastewater, and reclaimed water and in the collection and transmission of wastewater, such as pipes, tubes, rods, seals, shafts, stuffing boxes, gears, motors, bearings, couplings, chemical production, chemical storage and feed systems, flow stations, pumping stations, sewage lift stations, valves, deep wells and pumps from fractional to 300 hp (vertical turbine, submersible, split case horizontal, right angle, gears, etc.); tests and monitors equipment and machinery for vibration, bearing temperature and output capacity;
* Repairs and maintains settling basin machinery, cross-connections, mixers and hydraulic gates;
* Organizes and conducts with outside utilities pump testing using various head and flow instruments for well, horizontal, centrifugal and vertical turbine pumps; plots and evaluates test results and calculates performance data; determines ground water levels using electrical sounders, air lines or transducers;
* Installs, maintains, and repairs equipment, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems, booster pumps, disinfection equipment, hydro mechanical systems and related equipment and apparatus used in the production, treatment, storage and distribution of potable, reclaimed water and the collection and transmission of raw sewage and wastewater;
* Operates and maintains sewer lift station facilities, equipment, and machinery by using manual, electronic and computer control systems (i.e. float, ultrasonic level, or pressurized air control systems);
* Maintains and services air compressors; maintains, installs, pulls, services, and aligns all electric motors;
* Inspects vehicles in preparation for transit to plants and facilities including preparing class A vehicles, equipment transports and cranes for their respective duties/assignments;
* Operates shop bridge, cranes, dump trucks, forklifts, compressors, jackhammers, portable and stationary generators, steam cleaners, pneumatic, hydraulic and electric tools, shop machinery and related tools and equipment;
* Operates mobile truck hydraulic (Telescopic) cranes up to 5 tons; utilizes lifting/load handling devices (e.g. slings, cable, and spreader bars);
* Installs, replaces and repairs chemical storage, feed and distribution system components such as storage tanks, generators, analyzers, evaporators, chlorinators, distribution lines and valves, and ejector or injector pumps;
* Responds to emergency leaks in chemical feed systems and makes emergency repairs to storage tanks and feeders; supplies emergency generators for power outages; supplies portable pump stations and fab piping;
* Maintains, repairs, and services valves and surge tanks at reservoirs, pumping and flow stations; install and/or replace large water meters and backflows;
* Schedules and coordinates activities with other sections and divisions, including construction crews on valve repairs;
* Ensures the timely and accurate completion of preventive maintenance activities, utilizing computerized maintenance management systems; maintains detailed record keeping in support of computerized maintenance management system;
* Requisitions necessary tools, equipment, and supplies;
* Researches new operational methods, techniques and equipment and recommends their application;
* Plans and lays out jobs from blueprints, drawings, sketches or verbal instructions; maintains records in the form of blueprints, plans and specifications for industrial and waterworks equipment and machinery; makes suggestions for system design and operational improvements;
* Designs and fabricates a variety of brackets, supports and other metal structures, using torches, welding equipment and other fabricating equipment; fabricate and install exhaust piping, mufflers, catalytic converters, heat exchangers and associated piping for industrial engines and generators;
* Rebuilds existing pumps and valves at lift stations, wells, pumping plants and water process facilities;
* Fabricates and installs piping for new pump installations which may include plumbing, pipe fitting, welding and machine tool operations;
* Responds to emergency situations as necessary; extended duties may include confined space entries;
* Uses lockout/tag-out procedures to block electrical and other energy sources and operates equipment at panel for maintenance purposes;
* May assist in training or instructing others in the trade; may lead the work of others as a project leader; and
* Performs related duties as assigned.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand and talk or hear; and walk or sit. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and smell. The employee must regularly and safely lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and frequently more than 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Requires the ability to get and maintain an airtight seal with Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus for confined space entry.
While performing the duties of this class, the incumbent is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use shop mathematics; observe and interpret situations; deal with changing, intensive deadlines; and interact with officials and the public. Tools and equipment to be used; Trucks, welding and metal fabrication equipment, hand and power tools, scientific instruments, computers, grinders, drills, air compressors, logbooks, charts, graphs, radios, VFD's and PLC.'s.
Work Environment
Exposure to all weather conditions, including extremely hot weather. Works with hazardous chemicals such as sodium hypochlorite, and hydrogen peroxide. Exposed to fumes and odors from sewer wet wells. Frequently works in confined spaces above and below ground, including wet and dry wells, storage tanks, vaults, and manholes. The incumbent works near moving mechanical parts; on slippery and uneven surfaces; and the risk of electric shock. The noise level in the work environment is frequently loud. May be required to wear a confined space breathing apparatus. Works at computer workstation on a regular basis. The incumbent is subject to weekend work and 24-hour call out on a seven-day basis.
Minimum Qualifications and Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required at the time of hire or for the continuation of employment:
* High School Diploma or equivalent; supplemented by college level course work or vocational training in water/wastewater treatment plant operations and electrical/mechanical equipment maintenance; supplemented by three (3) years previous experience and/or training that includes water/wastewater treatment plant operations, electrical/mechanical equipment maintenance, and basic supervision; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
* Texas Class C driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
* Possession of or the ability to obtain within twelve (12) months from date of hire a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Water or WW Collection or WW Operator Licenses. Failure to obtain required certification(s) may result in immediate dismissal from position.
* Pre-employment screening, physical and criminal background required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge- Knowledge of principles, methods, techniques, tools and equipment used in the installation, maintenance and repair of industrial/mechanical equipment and machinery common to large state-of-the-art micro-filtration water treatment plants, reverse osmosis desalination facilities, waterworks systems, lift stations, and production wells. Knowledge machine shop procedures and practices. Knowledge of safety practices, safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the trade. Knowledge in application of lockout/tag-out procedures. Knowledge in shop mathematics and water hydraulics. Knowledge in the use and operation of oxyacetylene and electric arc and TIG welding equipment and materials. Knowledge in basic electrical safety. Knowledge in confined space entry procedures, basic first aid, and asbestos removal. Knowledge of the Safe Drinking Water Act and relevant state and federal regulations. Knowledge in cost estimating and basic techniques of engineering and drafting as they apply to assigned responsibilities. Knowledge in computer applications related to the work. Knowledge in codes, ordinances, and regulations pertaining to the trade; mechanical maintenance, crane operation, metals identification and welding.
Skills - Skill in mechanical and electrical ability as related to various job functions and equipment operations.
Abilities - Ability to diagnose and repair a wide variety of industrial/mechanical equipment, systems, and machinery, such as valves, motors, pumps, and other equipment common to the waterworks field. Ability to use precision and diagnostic instruments to measure required tolerances of mechanical parts. Ability to operate a pump installing rig; arc and TIG weld and oxygen-acetylene cut; identify and implement effective courses of action to complete assigned work. Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, manuals, and blueprints. Use hand tools, pipe-threaders, taps, dies, measuring instruments and laser alignment equipment. Ability to exercise independent judgment within established guidelines. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work. Ability to coordinate work assignments with other sections, divisions, or departments. Ability to follow and apply written and oral work instructions.
AAP/EEO Statement
The City of Pharr is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA) the City of Pharr will provide reasonable accommodations, upon reasonable request, to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
The city focuses on identifying candidates who are customer oriented and committed to public service to create a culture that is committed to diversity.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
BACKGROUND FORMS
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