Plant Mechanic IV

Job Title

Highly skilled mechanical work involving the inspection, maintenance, and repair of power generation equipment including, dual fuel reciprocating engines, generators, compressors, pumps, valves, piping, and other related equipment. Work requires advanced knowledge of the proper care and repair of electrical generation equipment and the ability to troubleshoot equipment problems. This is a leadership position in which the employee is required to lead, direct and oversee other employees on major maintenance projects. Work is performed under general supervision and is given considerable independence in the performance of routine repair and maintenance activities. Work is reviewed during progress and upon completion by the supervisor.

Reports To: Power Plant Superintendent

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Diagnoses operational and mechanical problems of generation equipment; initiates corrective action according to accepted divisional procedures.
• Performs routine inspections of generation equipment; determines repair and replacement requirements.
• Performs maintenance and repair activities on large diesel engines such as generators, split case horizontal and vertical pumps, and related equipment; completes related work as required.
• Assumes the duties of lead man on major overhauls of equipment. Trains and instructs lower-level employees as assigned by the supervisor.
• Takes close tolerance measurements using calipers, micrometers, and other precision tools.
• Fabricates or repairs parts and equipment to close tolerances using various machine tools.
• Completes repairs to structures, equipment, and piping using welding and cutting equipment where it is necessary to make welds in all positions, i.e., horizontal, vertical, overhead.
• Performs general plant building maintenance, such as plumbing, carpentry work, painting, and other facility repairs.
• Ensures the performance of routine maintenance tasks to assigned equipment.
• Completes daily reports of work performed, problems encountered and parts and supplies used according to accepted divisional accounting practices and requirements.
• Safely operates repair tools and equipment; grinders, drill press, forklift, taps and dies, etc.
• Responsible for the maintenance and safety of assigned equipment and tools.
• Subject to be called to work in an emergency.
• Performs other job-related duties as required by supervisor.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Qualifying individuals with disabilities may be provided reasonable accommodations to enable them to perform the essential functions.

Type of Appointment/Work hours:

• Full-time/Regular in-person position.
• Standard workweek, which is forty (40) hours of work per week consisting of five (5) days of eight (8) hours per day. The work day may be varied for the efficient delivery of public service.
• Will be required to work other than the standard workweek on occasion, including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Will be required to work occasional overtime or shift assignments, if applicable.

Requirements:

• Must possess a high school diploma or its equivalency.
• Minimum five (5) years of specific experience in large diesel engine repair and maintenance.
• Experience with Fairbanks Morse OP, Pielstick, or Enterprise (Cooper Bessemer) engines a plus.
• Employee must demonstrate a high degree of proficiency in using various machine tools and or welding equipment.
• Successful completion of technical courses on the repair and maintenance of diesel engines and related generation plant equipment.
• Ability to diagnose problems with mechanical equipment and develop solutions for correction and or repair.
• Able to read, write and perform simple arithmetic, prepare reports and read blueprints.
• Must have knowledge of CMMS and use of computers.
• Will be required to work occasional overtime assignments or shifts.
• Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License.
• Must be able to comprehend and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Must pass background screening process.

Physical and Environmental Demands or Conditions: The physical and environmental demands for this position have been listed on the last page of this description. Physical and environmental demands must be met to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position.

Core Competencies:

• Judgment - Sound decisions based on fact; uses logic to solve problems.
• Quality of Work - Performs work thoroughly, accurately, and professionally.
• Reliability - Timely and consistently completes assigned work; consistently reports to work and is punctual.
• Safety - Committed to ensuring a safe environment and complies with applicable safety standards.
• Technical Capability - Applies knowledge to identify issues and works to develop skills; demonstrates knowledge of techniques, skills, and equipment.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance:

• The employee must successfully pass a background screening process and must comply with the Drug-Free Workplace policy.
• The City will also verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired so the proper completion of Form I-9 is required, which includes the employee providing documents evidencing identity and employment authorization.

All of the above information is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. This description is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

A signature acknowledges that the employee understands the requirements (physical and otherwise) and essential duties and responsibilities of the position.