Salary: See Position DescriptionLocation : Clearwater, FLJob Type: Full-timeJob Number: 2025-00018Department: Public UtilitiesDivision: INFRASTRUCTURE MAINTENANCEOpening Date: 11/13/2024Closing Date: ContinuousTHE CITY OF CLEARWATER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Position Description ENTRY SALARY: $50,104.84 + Additional 5% ASP pay!OPEN UNTIL FILLED Under direct supervision, the Utilities Mechanic provides skilled mechanical work at the journeyman level in the repair, maintenance, and reconditioning of machinery and other water, reclaimed water and wastewater system equipment. Maintains water and wastewater facilities, lift stations, and all other Public Utilities mechanical equipment and assists other tradesworkers and technicians with daily duties. Duties and Responsibilities Essential Functions:Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Inspects and observes the plants, lift stations and other Public Utilities equipment assigned on a daily basis; checks and evaluates equipment for leaks, excess fluids, and other potential repair or maintenance concerns; addresses concerns and performs necessary mechanical work to ensure functionality.
- Changes oil, inspects equipment, replaces belts, and greases equipment; exercises and rotates equipment for even usage; monitors and records all maintenance and repair activities.
- Performs inspections and operational efficiency checks; conducts preventative maintenance service on a variety of mechanical and electrical components, pumps and supportive equipment and machinery.
- Repairs, troubleshoots, and replaces pumps, motors, actuators, gearboxes, pulleys, chemical lines, bar screens, clarifiers, screw lifts, vertical high-speed stage pumps, and other equipment; fabricates and prepares equipment to be installed or removed.
- Works, engages, and assists electricians and other technicians on various installation activities; participates in the installation of motors, meters, soft starts, and VFDs; works with facility operations staff to ensure compliance with industry standards and all regulations.
- Installs and pulls water well pumps and motors; performs lift station back-flushing, and replaces, repairs, and checks pumps and valves; pulls transducer, floats, and check valves at lift stations; cleans and pumps down wet well to inspect riser, shoes, rails, and pumps.
- Mows lawns, operates weed eater, and uses pressure wash to clean and maintain lift stations, water wells, and surrounding areas; paints and places posts around stations as needed.
- Attends and participates in safety, equipment, and plant training; obtains vendor quotes to assist in ordering supplies, equipment and parts; works with contractors and other departments; cross trains with various other technicians and departments.
- Operates Maintains records of service and maintenance for all booster stations, lift station facilities, mains, and plant mechanical and electrical equipment.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum QualificationsLicenses, Certifications, and Equipment:
- A valid State driver's license is required.
- Obtain a Commercial Learners Permit (CLP) within their probationary period (6 months from hire date). Obtain and maintain Class A CDL with tanker endorsements within 1 year of hire date.
This position is required to operate the below equipment, machines, tools, and other work aides:Chop saw, drill motors, hammer drills, shovel, pick, hand wrenches, crane truck, portable lift station, forklift, other mechanical tools as needed, computer, and other equipment as assigned.Education and Experience:High School Diploma, High School Equivalency Diploma, or G.E.D. Certificate; three (3) years experience in skilled electrical/mechanical work repairing and maintaining heavy machinery and equipment; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered. Supplemental InformationKnowledge of -
- Tools, methods, theories, materials, and practices of the mechanical trade
- Theories and practices of the electrical trade
- Utilities system operations
- Operation of various types of pumps and of hydraulic, pneumatic and electro- mechanical equipment
- Record keeping, report preparation, filing methods, and records
- General office policies and procedures; computers and general office equipment
- Equipment maintenance practices and methods
Skill in -
- Understanding and following oral and written instructions
- Detecting defects in electrical or mechanical equipment
- Reading and understanding blueprints, rough sketches, and material estimates
- Reading and following instructions and procedures in equipment service and repair
- Performing the heavy mechanical service and repair work in adverse conditions
- Adhering to City and department rules, regulations, and policies
FULL TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE:Health and Wellness initiatives •100% employee health care coverage •Option for dependent health care •Life Insurance •Optional Dental, Vision, AFLAC •Employee Assistance Program (EAP) •Retirement -General Employee Pension Plan •Voluntary Tax-deferred 457 Plan •Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans •Competitive Salaries •Tuition assistance •Training and development opportunities •Travel compensation •Military leave •Bereavement leave •Discount coupons •Service and employee recognition awardsPART TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE:Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans •Employee Assistance Program (EAP) •Competitive hourly rates •Flexible schedules •Training and development opportunities •Discount coupons •Service and employee recognition awardsSEASONAL, VARIABLE, TEMPORARY, EMERGENCY EMPLOYEES RECEIVE NO BENEFITS.01 What level of Driver's License do you currently possess?
- CDL A
- CDL B
- Regular (E)
- ID Only
- Out of State
- None of the above
02 What is your highest level of education?
- Masters Degree or higher
- Bachelors Degree
- Associates Degree
- High School Diploma or GED Certificate
- Completion of 10th grade
- Less than 10th grade education
03 How many years of experience do you have in skilled electrical/mechanical work repairing and maintaining heavy machinery and equipment?
- No experience
- Less than 1 year of experience
- 1-2 years experience
- 2-3 years experience
- 3-4 years experience
- 4-5 years experience
- 5+ years experience
Required Question