Plant Mechanic II (Hiring Incentive: $1,500)

Under general supervision, performs corrective and preventative maintenance tasks on equipment and facilities used in water pumping stations, sewage lift stations, and wastewater treatment plants. Responsibilities and Duties Performs corrective maintenance tasks on equipment associated with the operation of a wastewater treatment plant, sewage lift stations, and water pumping stations to include pumps, valves, electric motors, compressors, blowers, fans, electrical switch gear, and control systems. Performs preventative maintenance tasks on equipment, as specified by manufacturers, to include oil changing, greasing, fluid reservoir checks, adjusting belts and chains, aligning couplings and mountings, and cleaning filters and screens. Assists the Chief Mechanic in documenting equipment maintenance history in the maintenance software by recording equipment run times, documenting replacement parts used for repairs, recording labor hours, and managing spare parts inventories. Identifies and investigates causes of equipment failures by using specialty equipment, instruments, and tools to include volt/ohm meters, megohmmeters, signal generators, vibration analysis equipment, and thermometers. Assists the Chief Mechanic in training new or less experienced Plant Mechanics or Maintenance Workers on troubleshooting electrical circuits, calibrating level indicators and flow meters, and installing and maintaining sewer metering equipment. Supervises work activities of subordinates by assigning responsibilities, providing instruction, and inspecting work upon completion. Assists the Chief Mechanic in soliciting quotes for equipment purchase or repair and/or selecting and coordinating the work of general contractors hired to service or repair facilities and equipment. Reviews graphs and charts on the SCADA system to determine if pumps and equipment are operating properly; maintains knowledge of the principles of operation at remote facilities for troubleshooting. Assists in general housekeeping of building interiors, exteriors, treatment tanks, and other items as needed. Informs supervisor of all problems, deviations, hazards, unfamiliar situations, and work activities. Assists with other special projects and tasks as directed. Adheres to personnel, safety, and department policies and procedures. Assists other coworkers as needed. Performs other duties as assigned. Basic Qualifications High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) is required. Must possess a valid Texas Class "C" Driver's License. Must be able to obtain a valid Texas CDL "B" Driver's License with airbrakes and proper endorsements within six (6) months of hire; driving record must comply with Town policy. Education Must possess a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Class C Wastewater Operator's Certificate. Must possess a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Class C Water Distribution certificate. Work Experience At least two years of water and wastewater equipment maintenance experience is required. Must submit to and pass a post-offer, non-regulated drug test and thorough background checks (including criminal history). Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Exceptional knowledge of pumps, compressors, blowers, conveyors, motors, and other production equipment. Specific knowledge of wastewater treatment plants, sewage lift stations, and high service pumping stations. Skill in diagnosing mechanical and electrical failures using specialty measuring instruments such as volt/ohm meters, megohmmeters, and ammeters. Familiarity with the basic principles of operation for different electric motor types and their associated electrical switch gear and control systems. Ability to read wiring diagrams and blueprints and troubleshoot control circuits. Good supervisory, problem solving, and training skills. Basic computer operating skills. Ability to maintain effective and pleasant working relationships with employees, contractors, and the general public. Ability to work extensive hours, various shifts as needed, and respond within 30 minutes to an on-call or emergency callback. Physical Abilities Ability to talk, read, see, walk, hear, and follow oral and written directives. Good hand, foot, and eye coordination to operate and repair equipment and vehicles. Ability to perform strenuous physical activities, including exerting up to 100 lbs. of pressure, lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying heavy supplies and equipment multiple times a day; ability to shovel, crawl, bend, kneel, dig holes for several hours, climb on and off equipment, and operate vibrating equipment. Ability to work indoors, underground, outdoors, in confined spaces, in pipes, culverts, manholes, and trenches; on level, slippery, sloping, unstable, and muddy terrain, and under constantly noisy conditions; and in adverse environmental conditions including inclement weather such as rain, sleet, snow, heat, sun exposure, and hazardous conditions including mechanical, electrical, fume odor, dust/mist, chemical, and toxic waste hazards, solid waste substances, insects, noxious plants, and snakes. #J-18808-Ljbffr Town of Flower Mound