Location: Frederick,MD, USA
Non-exempt (compensatory and/or overtime eligible); full-time; full-benefits; 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday; 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
These skilled positions assist in the repair and maintenance of structural and mechanical equipment and facilities associated with water supply systems, wastewater collection systems, and related infrastructure. Direction will be received from Facility Maintenance Technicians at higher classifications. Supervision is received from the Facility Maintenance Supervisor and/or the Superintendent of Water and Sewer Maintenance.
NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions. For transfers and promotions, wage rates are calculated per County policy.
Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.
TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE:
Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee.
* 11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
* 15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
* 11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
* Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
* 100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
* County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
* Vesting after 5 years of service
* Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
* Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
* Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
* Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan.
* Coming soon-early 2025: Employee Health Center with no or low cost primary and urgent care
For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage.
* Operate and maintain County owned wastewater-pumping stations; identify performance issues with pumps, motors, controls etc., and make proper repairs
* Install and maintain facility equipment such as conveyors, grit screws, belt presses, pumps, motors, grinders, screening equipment, valves, compressors, flow meters, and associated pipe and fittings
* Perform preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment such as blowers, pumps, valves, air compressors, etc.
* Install piping systems in facilities including ductile, iron pipe, pvc, copper, aluminum, galvanized and stainless steel
* Perform cleaning and repair activities in confined and hazardous environments such as manholes, wet wells and tanks
* Operate and perform minor maintenance on high pressure jet rodding sewer cleaning equipment
* Operate pressure cleaners and sand blasting equipment; portable engine-driven, electric and pneumatic tools (e.g. drills, saws, grinders, etc.); as well as power-driven and manual grounds maintenance equipment
* Perform basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and masonry duties to properly maintain water and sewer facilities and related infrastructure
* Operate and maintain CDL equipment including a combination sewer cleaning and hydro-excavation truck, dump truck, and 9-ton hydraulic crane truck, as needed
* Maintain municipal well systems that provide drinking water to communities; pull and replace pumps and motors, as needed
* Use a computer, smartphone, or tablet to complete work orders, maintenance checklists, order material, complete credit card reports, and submit timesheets
* Perform other related duties as required
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
LEVEL TRAINEE REQUIREMENTS ($18.33 - $29.32 per hour)
* High school graduation or the equivalent
* Possession of a valid automobile operator's license with the ability to obtain a Commercial Class Restricted A driver's license and required endorsements within 12 months of hire
LEVEL I REQUIREMENTS ($19.61 - $31.38 per hour)
* High school graduation or the equivalent
* Minimum 1 years of mechanical work experience in the facilities maintenance or related building construction trade
* Possession of a valid automobile operator's license with the ability to obtain a Commercial restricted Class A driver's license and with airbrake and tank endorsement within 12 months of hire
* Possession of or ability to obtain with 12 months hire the following: Certification issued by MD Board of Waterworks and Waste Systems Operators as Class 1 Water Distribution System Operator and Class 2 Wastewater Collection System Operator - OR - valid certification as a Class 1, 2, 3 or 4 Water Treatment Plant Operator certification and/or Class 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
LEVEL II REQUIREMENTS ($20.99 - $33.57 per hour)
* High school graduation or the equivalent
* Minimum 3 years of mechanical work experience in the facilities maintenance or related building construction trade
* Possession of a valid automobile operator's license with the ability to obtain a Commercial restricted Class A driver's license and with airbrake and tank endorsement within 12 months of hire
* Possession of or ability to obtain with 12 months hire the following: Certification issued by MD Board of Waterworks and Waste Systems Operators as Class 1 Water Distribution System Operator and Class 2 Wastewater Collection System Operator - OR - valid certification as a Class 1, 2, 3 or 4 Water Treatment Plant Operator certification and/or Class 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
LEVEL III REQUIREMENTS ($25.70 - $41.13 per hour)
* High school graduation or the equivalent
* Minimum 5 years of mechanical work experience in the facilities maintenance or related building construction trade
* Possession of a valid automobile operator's license with the ability to obtain a Commercial restricted Class A driver's license and with airbrake and tank endorsement within 12 months of hire
* Possession of or ability to obtain with 12 months hire the following: Certification issued by MD Board of Waterworks and Waste Systems Operators as Class 1 Water Distribution System Operator and Class 2 Wastewater Collection System Operator - OR - valid certification as a Class 1, 2, 3 or 4 Water Treatment Plant Operator certification and/or Class 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
LEVEL IV REQUIREMENTS ($29.43 - $47.09 per hour)
* High school graduation or the equivalent
* Minimum 7 years of mechanical work experience in the facilities maintenance or related building construction trade
* Experience working with or maintaining centrifugal pumps, submersible pumps or related electric motors
* Possession of a valid automobile operator's license with the ability to obtain a Commercial restricted Class A driver's license and with airbrake and tank endorsement within 12 months of hire
* Possession of or ability to obtain with 12 months hire the following: Certification issued by MD Board of Waterworks and Waste Systems Operators as Class 1 Water Distribution System Operator and Class 2 Wastewater Collection System Operator - OR - valid certification as a Class 1, 2, 3 or 4 Water Treatment Plant Operator certification and/or Class 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
NOTE: Placement into a I, II, III or IV position level is based upon such qualifications as education, work experience, and relevant certification. The upper pay ranges reflect possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions. For transfers and promotions, wage rates are calculated per County policy.
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:
* Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges
* Knowledge of construction site hazards and appropriate safety precautions
* Effective written and spoken (English) communication skills, including the ability to accurately complete forms and reports, and the ability to understand and follow written and spoken instructions
* Ability to understand water meter readings, gauge readings and level indicators and interpret their significance
* Ability to effectively evaluate facility priorities, schedule operating workloads and coordinate equipment maintenance and repairs, including the ability to effectively assess equipment performance and identify appropriate repair or service using Cartegraph Enterprise Asset Management software
PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:
* Water or wastewater plant maintenance experience
* Experience working with or maintaining centrifugal pumps, submersible pumps or related electric motors
* Restricted A driver's license with air brake and tanker endorsements or an equivalent license
* 1 year experience in water distribution and/or wastewater collection
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:
* While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly walk and reach; frequently lift up to 20 pounds; occasionally sit, climb, lift between 20 - 50 pounds and drive; and rarely crawl, lift over 50 pounds; push and pull up to and over 40 pounds and perform repetitive motions
* While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly work near machinery and near chemicals/fumes; frequently work indoors and outdoors, walk on uneven ground, work below ground level and in a noisy environment; occasionally in cold temperatures below 32 degrees, work in a dirty and dusty environment; work in confined spaces and work at heights; and rarely work in hot temperatures above 100 degrees, has potential exposure to infectious diseases and is required to wear protective equipment
* Available for rotating on-call schedule, shift work if necessary, and for emergency situations
* Within two years employee must satisfy proficiency level progress training requirements for the PLPR level II classification. The employee will be, otherwise, terminated from employment
* PLPR Level II is the basic functional level an employee must attain
* Available for rotating on-call schedule, shift work if necessary, and for emergency situations
* In concert with the Public Health Security and Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act of 2002, verification of employment eligibility and a criminal background check may be conducted
* This position is designated as security-sensitive, requiring satisfactory background investigation, conducted by the Frederick County Sheriff's Office, in accordance with established Frederick County policy
* This position is considered essential in the event of inclement weather, an emergency or other event as determined by DWSU administration
* Satisfactory pre-employment pulmonary function and SCBA fit test
EXAMINATION PROCESS (may include):
1) An evaluation of training and experience
2) One or more interviews
3) A pre-employment security sensitive background investigation conducted by the Frederick County Sheriff's Office
4) A pre-employment physical examination with color perception test, pulmonary function test and SCBA fit test
5) A pre-employment drug test and physical examination