Treatment Plant Mechanic I ID-8979

This is skilled and semi-skilled work in the maintenance and repair of water and wastewater plants and equipment.  Employees in this class are responsible for assuring the efficient and safe mechanical operation of equipment and machinery at large utilities operations.  Repair work is performed in accordance with established schedules, with special assignments resulting from periodic inspection or from reports from plant operations personnel and supervisors. Work may involve an element of personal danger and exposure to adverse weather conditions and toxic substances. Work is inspected by a skilled supervisor while in process and upon completion for quality of results. Functional supervision may be exercised over unskilled and semi-skilled employees.
 
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  1. Repairs and maintains plant equipment necessary for the flow and treatment of water or wastewater.
  2. Repairs small, gasoline-fueled engines, pumps, and other equipment; replaces bearings, wheels, and pulleys. 
  3. Assists in the installation of new equipment. 
  4. Performs brazing and soldering, and non-skilled level painting, plumbing and carpentry in the maintenance of plant and equipment. 
  5. Positions and connects chlorine cylinders; check cylinders for leaks. 
  6. Performs/completes generator inspection, preventative maintenance and the preventative maintenance check list. 
  7. Performs related work as required for this position description only.
  8. Must effectively and positively represent the City in delivering and performing work with colleagues and clients, irrespective of gender, race, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or belief, or sexual orientation. 
  9. Must establish and maintain effective and professional relationships with work colleagues, supervisors and managers.

 

The Requirements

 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: 
 
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
Required: 
 
High School diploma or GED, plus one (1) year of experience in mechanical maintenance and repair.
 
Preferred:
 
Trade school plus three years of experience in mechanical maintenance and repair.
 
Additional education and experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience may be substituted for the above requirements.
 
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

  • Must possess a valid State of Florida CDL Class "B" License within six months of hire.
  • Valid Driver's License: With proof of automobile insurance
  • Background Check: Must have an acceptable background record
  • Driving Abstract: Must have an acceptable driving record 


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES: 

  • Knowledge of the methods, practices, tools, materials, and principles of operation of utilities equipment.
  • Knowledge of the practices and tools utilized in general maintenance work.
  • Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the mechanical trades and work with toxic substances.
  • Knowledge of the principles, practices, and safety precautions of welding.
  • Skill in the operation of a dump truck, crane truck, vactor to clean wells, and sewer cleaning equipment.
  • Skill in the use and care of hand and power tools.
  • Ability to work from sketches, specifications, and brief oral instructions.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors and fellow employees.
  • Ability to diagnose operating anomalies and effect necessary repair.
  • Ability to maintain and compile work records.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective and professional relationships with work colleagues, supervisors, managers and the public.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical abilities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to conduct sedentary work, light work, medium work, heavy work, very heavy work, balance, climb, crawl, crouch, feel, finger objects, grasp, handle, hear, kneel, lift, make rational decisions, pull, push, reach, use repetitive motion, speak, stand, stoop, talk, visualize and walk. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
WORK ENVIRONMENT:       

Work involves moderate to heavy physical activity in indoor and outdoor settings under all types of weather conditions with the added exposure to insects, animals and other hazards.

 

The Examination

 

Required Education and Background Information: Look over the announcement carefully to determine your eligibility. Please note minimum education and experience requirements. Closed competitive positions are open only to employees while open competitive positions are open to anyone who meets the minimum qualifications for the position. Evidence of GED test score is required if submitted for high school diploma. Applicants are responsible for clearly documenting work experience and/or providing all relevant information at the time of application. Additional information will not be accepted after the announcement closing date

Examination: The examination will consist of a written exam to establish the Civil Service eligibility list, followed by a pass/fail oral exam.

You will be notified of the time and place of your examination when you file or later by mail. A passing grade is required on each part of the process. Repeated participation in any examination for which the same test is used is limited to once every 6 months. Your examination results will be sent by email as soon as possible after the grading is completed.

Final passing grades are used to determine a candidate's position on the eligibility list of successful candidates. Departments fill vacancies from this list. The top three names are considered for each vacancy unless otherwise modified. Those not appointed are returned to the eligibility list for further consideration in accordance with the Civil Service Ordinance. Your name will remain on a register for one year for open competitive examinations and two years for closed competitive except where labor contract conflicts.

Your name may be removed from an eligibility list prior to one year according to Hollywood's Civil Service Ordinance or labor contracts. Your eligibility may be cancelled if you refuse a position or if you are not available for work. You are responsible for notifying the Employment Office, in writing, of any change in your address or telephone number.

Special Accommodation and Communication Needs: The City of Hollywood provides necessary reasonable accommodation in the examination process upon request to persons with disabilities. Such requests must be made PRIOR to any scheduled examination.

Veteran's Preference:  An eligible veteran who enters an open-competitive examination shall receive preference points added to the total passing score earned in the examination as provided for in the Florida Statutes. To obtain veteran's preference, candidates MUST submit a copy of separation papers (DD214) and meet eligibility requirements as stipulated by the Florida Statues.

 

Additional Information

 

All successful applicants will be required to pass an extensive background which may include criminal history searches, driving history checks, credit report, courthouse searches, education verification, employment verification, professional license verification, or other search methods as deemed necessary for the position. In addition, the applicant will be required to undergo a medical examination, which may include a drug screening, prior to appointment.
 
Employment of Relatives:  The City of Hollywood has an Ordinance which regulates the employment of relatives of City employees.   Effective January 28, 2008, a relative may only be hired under the following additional conditions:
 
  • The relative must have competed in an appropriate examination process as determined by Human Resources and be placed on a civil service eligibility list;
  • The relative must be among the top three ranked candidates available on the certified eligibility list unless expanded by the Civil Service Board;
  • The Department or Office Director and the Director, Human Resources must demonstrate that it is in the best interests of the City of Hollywood to hire the relative of a public officer or employee.
 
 
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The Employment Office will make reasonable efforts in the examination and workplace to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of special needs by calling (954) 921-3216.
 
All applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, abilities, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression (except as limited by law, Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or bona fide occupational disqualifications). 
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