What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Plant Mechanic - 2823 position at City of Winston-Salem?
Under immediate supervision, performs responsible skilled work in the maintenance, repair and replacement of machinery and equipment in Wastewater Pump Stations or Lift Stations; does related work as required.
- Maintains, repairs, dismantles and overhauls varied plant equipment such as bar screens, grit collectors, conveyors, mechanical grinders, pumps, engines and blowers, gas and air compressors, ventilation systems and chlorinators.
- Performs complete overhaul of water treatment machinery and equipment, including chlorinators, evaporators, chemical feeders, conveyors and pumps of all types.
- Maintains large filters involving adjusting and installing control valves and units; replaces high pressure steam lines and works on return lines and installs valves.
- Performs minor electrical repair and installation work, including installing flood lights, coils to high voltage boxes, heaters and relays.
- Makes major and minor repairs to water mains and pumps sewage treatment plant on a relief basis or as needed; may be required to operate a treatment plant.
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma and considerable mechanical maintenance including the repair and maintenance of water or wastewater treatment and pumping equipment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: General 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; 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 supervise the work of skilled helpers; ability to work under adverse conditions.
- Possession of a valid driver's license.
- Ability to obtain a North Carolina Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 6 months of employment.
- On call work required.
Salary : $42,585
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