Utility Maintenance Mechanic

JOB The City of Rohnert Park is recruiting for a Utility Maintenance Mechanic to join the Utilities Division of the Public Works Department.
The Utility Maintenance Mechanic performs specialized duties related to the the preventative maintenance, repair, replacement, and inspection of a variety of mechanical equipment required for the continuous operation of wastewater and water treatment and pumping facilities, sewer lift stations, and, pump delivery systems.
TO APPLY: To be considered for this opportunity, please visit "Job Opportunities" at www.
rpcity.
org for an online application and the required supplemental questionnaire.
Work history must include all employment for the last ten years.
All applications will be screened for completeness and possession of minimum qualifications.
Applications will be reviewed in detail to identify the most qualified candidates to interview.
PLEASE NOTE: You may submit a resume or other relevant documents to further describe your qualifications; however, "See Resume" will not meet the requirements to submit a complete application, including employment history, or be accepted in lieu of responses to supplemental questions.
If you need assistance applying online, please click on the Application Help/FAQ's link: https://www.
governmentjobs.
com/home/faq DEFINITIONUnder general supervision, provides specialized and complex technical support in the design, installation, testing, calibration, fabrication, maintenance and repair of the equipment located within the wastewater and water treatment facilities, sewer lift stations and water and reclamation distribution and pumping facilities.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives direct or general supervision from assigned supervisory or management personnel.
May exercise technical and functional direction over lower level staff.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS The Utility Maintenance Mechanic is an independent and advanced journey-level position applying considerable detailed technical skill in the preventative maintenance, repair, replacement, and inspection of a variety of mechanical equipment required for the continuous operation of wastewater and water treatment and pumping facilities, sewer lift stations, and, pump delivery systems.
Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.
Work is normally reviewed at critical points to determine if desired overall objectives have been achieved.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
Assist with identifying mechanical problems encountered by operations staff of the wastewater, water and recycled water systems.
Provide technical support for the mechanical process applications.
Troubleshoot equipment via a supervisory control and data acquisition system and a computerized maintenance management system.
Write standards and operational procedures for mechanical equipment as assigned.
Creates and maintains an asset list of utility components for sewer, water, and recycled water.
Creates and maintains a maintenance schedule for operations as assigned.
Analyze existing equipment and evaluate future equipment installations.
Inspect, dismantle, repair, overhaul and test mechanical grinders, pumps, control valves, lift stations, blowers, air compressors, booster stations, aeration machinery, chemical delivery systems, and stationary and portable engines/generators.
Remove and replace parts such as shafts, bushings, valve stems, bearings and sprockets.
Operate various power tools and drill presses, electric welders for the various types of welding, hydraulic press, pipe threader and various hand tools.
Troubleshoot and operate emergency pumps and generators.
Design and fabricate replacement parts and equipment.
Operate and work from an elevated platform.
Effectively communicate with City staff, contractors and engineers to specify, recommend and provide quality assurance reviews for new or replacement equipment installation.
Fabricate parts and fittings.
Use precision measuring instruments such as height and depth gauges, Vernier calipers, and micrometers of various types.
Use gas and arc welding equipment in cutting, forming, joining, building-up metal and fabricating of parts.
Make accurate estimates of labor and materials necessary for the performance of the work.
Keep records and makes reports of work performed.
Use required personal protective equipment while adhering to set safety standards;Enter and perform work within confined spaces.
Effectively communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
In performing the duties described above, the incumbent is expected to: Provide outstanding and friendly customer service.
Create and maintain a respectful and collaborative working environment.
Communicate honestly and behave in a manner that is ethical, legal and fiscally responsible.
Demonstrate care for the organization, customers, and coworkers.
Perform work of the highest quality possible.
Practice and encourage initiative and innovation to improve the workplace.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION PHYSICAL DEMANDS Must possess mobility to work in the field; strength, stamina and mobility to perform medium to heavy physical work, to work in confined spaces, around machines and to climb and descend ladders, and operate varied hand and power too ls and construction equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio.
The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards.
Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate above mentioned tools and equipment.
Positions in this classification bend, stoop kneel, reach, and climb to perform work and inspect work sites.
Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing a minimum of 50 pounds more than 20 feet, or heavier weights with the use of proper equipment.
ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS Employees work in the field and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes.
May be required to wear respiratory equipment.
Employees may interact with members of the public or with staff under emotionally stressful conditions while interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
WORKING CONDITIONS May provide twenty-four-hour standby service.