POSITION SUMMARY
Under general supervision performs work of moderate difficulty in repairing, adjusting, and maintaining a wide variety of mechanical equipment within all areas of the Water Reclamation Plant and related facilities; performs related work as required.
This position is the entry level into maintenance functional areas within the purview of the Water Reclamation Division.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS- Performs the oiling and greasing of heavy mechanical equipment such as shafts, motor bearings, sprockets, drive chains, gears, and pulleys.
- Disassembles, cleans, and washes tubes and heat exchangers.
- Repairs, adjusts, and replaces chains, sprockets, and engine parts on bar screens, rakes clarifiers, grit buckets, ejectors, and related equipment.
- Replaces large piping and elbows, threads pipe, and re-packs pumps as required; welds, cuts, and brazes as required in conjunction with general maintenance work.
- Performs light carpentry and cement repairs at a sub-Journeyman level; machines replacement parts for equipment when unavailable or difficult to obtain.
- Sets up and operates portable equipment such as sandblasters, welders, pumps and air compressors.
- Operates forklifts and backhoes to lift and move heavy items and to perform grounds maintenance.
- Paints and applies sealers, tars and epoxies using such things as brushes, rollers and spray guns.
- Assists in the maintenance of lift stations and regulators; may assist skilled trades personnel in the repair and overhauling of diesel engines.
- May provide work direction to lower classifications in the performance of cleanup or grounds maintenance activities and assumes responsibility for quantity and quality of work performed.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:- The equipment, tools, and materials used in the maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment
- The occupational hazards and safety precautions involved in a water reclamation plant
Skill in:- The use of tools and equipment
- The interpretation and following of oral and written instructions
- Locating and correcting mechanical equipment breakdowns
Ability to:- Work with individuals of diverse backgrounds.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, peers, superiors, vendor representatives and clients.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND CERTIFICATIONS - Graduation from high school or General Educational Development (GED) Tests equivalency, and two (2) years of general maintenance work experience which includes plumbing, mechanical, and building maintenance. One (1) year of maintenance work experience in a State of Ohio Class IV water reclamation facility (or equivalent in another state) may be substituted for the two (2) years of general maintenance experience.
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
- Position assignment may require the ability to wear respirators and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and to work in confined spaces.
PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND CERTIFICATIONS PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described within this job description must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In this position, the employee will occasionally stand, sit, climb, push, pull, drag and/or carry up to 40 pounds. The employee will frequently walk-in all-weather conditions. Occasional stooping, kneeling, crawling and crouching may occur with this position. Speaking and listening are constant essential functions of this position.
WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment described within this job description will be encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is frequently indoors and outdoors. This employee will occasionally work in extreme heat. This employee will frequently work in conditions where fumes and mists are presents. In addition, this employee will occasionally work in conditions where poor ventilation, dust and gases are present. This employee will be occasionally exposed to various hazards. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
If you need assistance or an accommodation, or if you have questions about completing the online application, please contact the Department of Human Resources at (419) 245-1500. Class Code: Water Reclamation Maintenance Worker (3513)