Utilities Maintenance Mechanic

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic

Performs intermediate skilled work in the maintenance, repair and replacement of machinery and equipment in a water or wastewater treatment plant and pump stations; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision. There are three levels for this position, following is the hiring ranges based on experience:

• Utilities Maintenance Mechanic I: $23.15/hour to $31.84/hour
• Utilities Maintenance Mechanic II: $26.52/hour to $36.47/hour
• Utilities Maintenance Mechanic III: $28.38/hour to $39.03/hour

The full salary range for all three levels to provide opportunity for growth and development:

• Utilities Maintenance Mechanic I: $23.15/hour to $40.52/hour
• Utilities Maintenance Mechanic II: $26.52/hour to $46.41/hour
• Utilities Maintenance Mechanic III: $28.38/hour to $49.67/hour

Examples of Duties

• Performs preventive maintenance on utility plant equipment and pump stations and assists with the repair of plant and pump station equipment;
• Checks water and wastewater treatment plant and pump stations;
• Performs preventive maintenance on such equipment as pumps, engines, electric motors and controls, blowers, conveyors, ventilation systems;
• Dismantles and assists in overhauling plant equipment;
• Maintains records;

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.

Education and Experience

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic I: Graduation from high school and less than 1 year of experience in the repair and maintenance of a variety of water and wastewater pumping station mechanical, electrical and control equipment.

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic II: Graduation from high school and 3 years of experience in the repair and maintenance of a variety of water and wastewater pumping station mechanical, electrical and control equipment.

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic III: Graduation from high school and 5 years of experience in the repair and maintenance of a variety of water and wastewater pumping station mechanical, electrical and control equipment.

Special Requirements:

Possession of an appropriate commercial driver's license valid in the Commonwealth of Virginia.