Job Abstract

Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required.

GENERAL PURPOSE
To perform or assist in a variety of skilled, semi-skilled and manual task in systems related to Public Works lift stations; operate power driven equipment; and may act as a lead person on maintenance repair jobs. Incumbents are normally expected to solve most work problems independently and to make recommendations to supervisory personnel regarding those matters which involve policy decisions, technical questions and problems. (This does not include independent purchasing authority)

The Maintenance Tech II position is a journeyman level class in the Maintenance Technician series. The classification of the Maintenance Tech II position is distinguished from that of the Maintenance Tech I position by assignment of the full range of duties Employees at this level receive only occasional instructions or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the Public Works Department. This position receives general supervision from the Supervisor or Maintenance Tech III, and exercises technical leadership over less experienced Maintenance Tech I’s and laborers. The Maintenance Tech II position is typically filled by advancement from the entry level Maintenance Tech I position.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Works under the general guidance and direction of the Supervisor.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
None

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inspects and/or repairs Lift Station, belt press, clarifiers, meters, mowers, electrical systems and related lift station/plant systems at frequent intervals to ensure that all aspects of the systems are functioning properly.
• Maintains a variety of records relating to inspections, maintenance activity
• Ensures the proper maintenance of equipment and tools by cleaning and checking equipment and tools after use.
• Drives trucks of various sizes and weights in the loading, hauling and unloading of various equipment.
• Operates heavy vehicles and equipment including jet truck
• Utilizes operation and maintenance manuals and engineering data.
• Install, maintain, calibrate and troubleshoot electronic, pneumatic, hydraulic and control devices.
• Performs routine inspection and preventative maintenance of equipment.
• Schedules needed repairs under supervision of Maintenance Tech III or Supervisor.
• Performs assignments including cleaning equipment, washdown and general housekeeping.
• Performs minor plumbing and electrical work at lift stations and/or treatment facilities.
• Responds to emergency calls at any time
• Repairs vandalism
• Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.
• Services and repairs positive displacement, centrifugal, air lift and chemical pumps.
• Repairs and services autosampler, pumps and tubing.
• Performs preventative and reactive maintenance to belt presses, clarifier drives and other mechanical and electrical equipment for wastewater treatment.
• Operates a variety of power construction and maintenance equipment.
• Operates various grounds maintenance equipment.
• Employees must respond to call outs, work over time and emergency operations.

• Serves on various employee or other committees as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:
(A) High school diploma or GED equivalent, and
(B) Any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Mechanical and electrical knowledge for performing repairs on lift station pumps and motors, knowledge and skills of equipment, facilities, materials, methods and procedures used in maintenance, construction and repair activities.
2. Skilled in operation of tools used for water and wastewater repair and operations.
3. General knowledge of construction and maintenance materials, procedures, and equipment with particular reference to water and wastewater operations.
4. Ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time
5. Ability to work safely
6. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
7. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments and the public
8. Ability to understand and perform written and oral instructions.

• Valid State Driver’s License.
• Must have at least two (2) years’ experience/education in electrical work.
• Class C Wastewater Treatment License or able to obtain within one-year of employment

• Motorized vehicles and equipment,
• Jet machine
• Vactor
• Dump truck
• Pickup truck
• Utility truck
• Compaction equipment
• Saws
• Aeroil propane kettle
• Compressors
• Sanders
• Generators
• Common hand and power tool
• Shovels, wrenches
• Leak detection devices
• Communication equipment
• Pressure washer.

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions,
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, and talk and or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.