Career Fair – Utilities Maintenance Mechanic Career Path – Lift Stations

Purpose of Classification This position is specifically for the City of Boynton Beach Career Fair.

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic Trainee - Lift Stations

The purpose of this classification is to delineate the job requirements for entry level individuals who assist with the repair and maintenance of mechanical machinery/equipment at lift stations and related facilities.

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic Trainee - Lift Stations Hourly Rate Range:
$16.89 - $25.3483

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic - Lift Stations

The purpose of this classification is to delineate the job requirements for individuals who repair and maintain mechanical machinery/equipment at lift stations and related facilities.

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic - Lift Stations Hourly Rate Range:
$20.13 - $30.20

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic, Senior - Lift Stations

The purpose of this classification is to perform advanced skilled/mechanical repair and maintenance of machinery/equipment at lift stations and related facilities.

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic, Senior - Lift Stations Hourly Rate Range:
$23.38 - $35.07
Essential Functions The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic Trainee - Lift Stations Essential Functions:

Entry level Position to assist other staff with and learn the following tasks/duties:

Inspects, troubleshoots, and performs mechanical repair/maintenance on lift stations, wet wells, pump station control panels, and telemetry; installs new systems, upgrades existing systems, and replaces old equipment; performs preventive maintenance and minor welding; and preventive maintenance work to maximize efficiency of equipment; tests machinery, equipment and parts for proper operations; and reports problem situations.

Diagnoses, installs, disassembles, maintains, and repairs lift stations, which may include submersible and dry pumps, engines, drives, motors, generators, controls, tanks, chemical feed piping, media filters, control valves, control panels, air release valves, odor control systems, vacuum systems, alarm systems, and other machinery.

Receives and safely performs various work orders for repair/maintenance tasks, which may include oiling/greasing/lubricating machinery, rebuilding/aligning motors/pumps, cutting/fitting pipes, repairing/replacing valves, repairing chemical lines, replacing mechanical parts, checking containment areas, checking generators, exercising valves, locking out defective equipment, and performing lift station drawdowns, welding/fabricating and assembling metal parts and components, cleaning wetwells, resetting timers for automatic lights, calibrating machinery, digging holes/ditches, or lifting/moving heavy materials; transports, loads and unloads various equipment and materials used in projects.

Operates a variety of machinery, equipment, and tools associated with work activities, which may include a forklift, air compressor, pressure washer, generator, pump, confined space hoist, gas detector, welder, cutting torch, drill press, drill, saw, grinder, meters, gauges, self-contained breathing apparatus, ladder, carpentry tools, electrician tools, pipefitting tools, mechanic tools, calibration equipment, and diagnostic instruments.

Performs general cleaning/maintenance tasks necessary to keep buildings, machinery, equipment, and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, checking/replacing fluids, greasing equipment, replacing parts, washing/cleaning equipment, pressure washing machinery and facilities, painting buildings and machinery, and cleaning shop/work areas; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment.

Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.

Assists in monitoring inventory levels of parts, equipment, tools, or supplies to ensure adequate supply of materials; stocks shelves with incoming deliveries.

Reads and interprets architectural/engineering drawings, electrical, mechanical drawings, technical manuals, plans, and instructions.

Receives and interprets various forms, reports, correspondence, work orders, daily work reports, confined space entry sheets, warehouse order sheets, material safety data sheets, architectural drawings, electrical drawings, maps, manuals, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.

Monitors Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and telemetry systems. Receives, evaluates, troubleshoots, and responds to lift stations.

Operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify Asset management and GIS data; utilizes computer programs to monitor lift stations and diagnose/troubleshoot problems.

Communicates via telephone computer e-mail and/or two-way radio; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages; responds to requests for service or assistance.

Communicates with supervisor, employees, other divisions, other departments, contractors, the public, and other individuals as needed, to coordinate safe work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.

Reads professional literature; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate to learn and keep abreast of new procedures, trends, and advances in the profession.

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic - Lift Stations Essential Functions:

Inspects, troubleshoots, and performs mechanical repair/maintenance on lift stations and machinery/equipment, wet wells, pump station control panels, telemetry, and related facilities; installs new systems, upgrades existing systems, and replaces old equipment; performs preventive maintenance and minor welding; and preventive maintenance work to maximize efficiency of equipment; tests machinery, equipment and parts for proper operations; and reports problem situations.

Diagnoses, installs, disassembles, maintains, and repairs lift station, which may include submersible and dry pumps, engines, drives, motors, generators, controls, tanks, chemical feed piping, media filters, control valves, hydraulic valves, control panels, air release valves, odor control systems, alarm systems, and other machinery.

Receives and safely performs various work orders for repair/maintenance tasks, which may include oiling/greasing/lubricating machinery, rebuilding/aligning motors/pumps, cutting/fitting pipes, repairing/replacing valves, repairing chemical lines, replacing mechanical parts, checking containment areas, checking generators, exercising valves, locking out defective equipment, performing lift station drawdowns, welding/fabricating and assembling metal parts and components, cleaning wetwells, resetting timers for automatic lights, calibrating machinery, digging holes/ditches, or lifting/moving heavy materials; transports, loads and unloads various equipment and materials used in projects.

Operates a variety of machinery, equipment, and tools associated with work activities, which may include a forklift, air compressor, pressure washer, generator, pump, confined space hoist, gas detector, welder, cutting torch, drill press, drill, saw, grinder, meters, gauges, self-contained breathing apparatus, ladder, carpentry tools, electrician tools, pipefitting tools, mechanic tools, calibration equipment, and diagnostic instruments.

Performs general cleaning/maintenance tasks necessary to keep buildings, machinery, equipment, and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, checking/replacing fluids, greasing equipment, replacing parts, washing/cleaning equipment, pressure washing machinery and facilities, painting buildings and machinery, and cleaning shop/work areas; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment.

Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.

Assists in monitoring inventory levels of parts, equipment, tools, or supplies to ensure adequate supply of materials; stocks shelves with incoming deliveries.

Reads and interprets architectural/engineering drawings, electrical, mechanical drawings, technical manuals, plans, and instructions.

Receives and interprets various forms, reports, correspondence, work orders, daily work reports, confined space entry sheets, warehouse order sheets, material safety data sheets, maps, manuals, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.

Monitors Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and telemetry systems. Receives, evaluates, troubleshoots, and responds to lift stations alarms.

Operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify Asset Management and GIS data; utilizes computer programs to monitor lift station operations and diagnose/troubleshoot problems.

Communicates via telephone computer e-mail and/or two-way radio; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages; responds to requests for service or assistance.

Communicates with supervisor, employees, other divisions, other departments, contractors, the public, and other individuals as needed, to coordinate safe work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.

Reads professional literature; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate to keep abreast of new procedures, trends, and advances in the profession.

Provides assistance or coverage to other employees including on call and overtime, as needed.

Performs other related duties as required.

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic, Senior - Lift Stations Essential Functions:

Leads a team of mechanics involved in safely repairing/maintaining lift station machinery and equipment. Provides direction, guidance, training, and assistance to employees; develops work schedules and makes work assignments; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work.

Assists supervisor in coordinating and monitoring safe work activities with those of other divisions, departments, contractors, or others as needed; consults with supervisor to review work activities, status of work, and problems; makes suggestions to management for improvement of productivity; maintains records of work activities.

Monitors the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and telemetry systems. Receives, evaluates, troubleshoots, and coordinates response to lift stations alarms. Generates, evaluates, and responds to reports from the SCADA systems.

Receives and ensures the successful, safe completion of work orders generated by the City's maintenance management system.

Operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify Asset management and GIS data; maintains logs/records of test results, assorted meter/gauge readings, chemical applications and other data.

Inspects, troubleshoots, and performs mechanical repair/maintenance on lift stations machinery/equipment, wet wells, pump station control panels, telemetry, and related facilities; installs new systems, upgrades existing systems, and replaces old equipment; performs preventive maintenance and minor welding; schedules repairs and preventive maintenance work to maximize efficiency of equipment; tests machinery, equipment and parts for proper operations; reports problem situations.

Diagnoses, installs, disassembles, maintains, and repairs lift station equipment, which may include submersible and dry pumps, engines, drives, motors, generators, controls, tanks, chemical feed piping, media filters, control valves, hydraulic valves, control panels, air release valves, vacuum systems, and other machinery.

Performs various repair/maintenance tasks to maintain operation efficiency and safety of buildings, machinery, equipment, and tools. These tasks may include inspecting equipment and reporting any defects, oiling/greasing/lubricating machinery, pressure washing/cleaning equipment and facilities, painting buildings and machinery, rebuilding/aligning motors/pumps, cutting/fitting pipes, repairing/replacing valves, repairing chemical lines, replacing mechanical parts, checking/ replacing fluids, checking containment areas, , checking generators, exercising valves, locking out defective equipment, performing lift station drawdowns, welding/fabricating and assembling metal parts and components, cleaning wetwells, resetting timers for automatic lights, calibrating machinery, digging holes/ditches, or lifting/moving heavy materials; transports, loads and unloads various equipment and materials used in projects.

Operates a variety of machinery, equipment, and tools associated with work activities, which may include a crane, forklift, air compressor, pressure washer, generator, pump, confined space hoist, gas detector, welder, cutting torch, drill press, drill, saw, grinder, meters, gauges, self-contained breathing apparatus, ladder, carpentry tools, pipefitting tools, mechanic tools, calibration equipment, and diagnostic instruments

Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors and promotes a safe work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.

Monitors inventory levels of parts, equipment, tools, or supplies to ensure adequate supply of materials; initiates requests for new or replacement materials; stocks shelves with incoming deliveries.

Receives and reviews various architectural /engineering drawings/plans, maps, technical manuals and other related instructions, reference materials, material safety data sheets or other documentation. Forwards or retains as appropriate.

Completes or processes various forms, reports, correspondence, work orders, daily work reports, generator sheets, containment area sheets, confined space entry sheets, warehouse order sheets, drawdown reports, fuel reports, parts lists, overtime sheets, vacation requests, performance appraisal forms, or other documents. Forwards or retains as appropriate.

Communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages; responds to requests for service or assistance.

Communicates with supervisor, employees, other divisions, other departments, contractors, the public, and other individuals as needed, to coordinate safe work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.

Reads professional literature; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate to keep abreast of new procedures, trends, and advances in the profession.

Provides assistance, direction, guidance, training and coverage to other employees as needed.

Performs on-call and overtime work as needed

Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications Utilities Maintenance Mechanic Trainee - Lift Stations Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must have basic math and computer operations skills.
• Must have some experience in manual labor and/or construction work.
• Possess [or able to obtain within fourteen (14) days of hire] and maintain a valid State of Florida Class E driver's license or, if in possession of an equivalent license in another state, be able to obtain a Florida driver's license within thirty (30) days of employment.

Individuals selected for this position will be required to successfully complete a training program within two (2) years in the position. The training program will cover lift station mechanical maintenance. Successful completion of the training program will be based on meeting the criteria outlined in the Career Path Advancement Requirements section (below). Failure to successfully complete the requirements of the program may result in termination from the training program and separation of employment.

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic - Lift Stations Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or valid equivalent;
• Possess vocational/technical training in mechanical, piping, wastewater pumping systems repair and maintenance;
• One (1) year of previous experience that includes repair and maintenance of wastewater pumping systems.
• Two (2) years of closely related mechanical and plumbing work experience in a non-water utilities industry will be evaluated and may be considered in substitution of water utilities industry experience.
• Possess and maintain a Wastewater C Certification.
• Must possess a valid Forklift Operator Certification or be able to obtain the certificate within six (6) months in position.
• Possess [or obtain within fourteen (14) days of hire] and maintain a valid State of Florida Driver's license.

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic, Senior - Lift Stations Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or valid equivalent.
• Possess vocational/technical training in mechanical, piping, wastewater pumping systems repair and maintenance.
• Three (3) years of work experience within Lift Stations.
• Possess and maintain a valid Florida Level B Wastewater Collection Operator Certification.
• Possess {or obtain within fourteen (14) days of hire} and maintain a valid State of Florida Class B Commercial Driver's license.
• Must possess a valid Forklift Operator Certification or be able to obtain the certificate within six (6) months in position.

Supplemental Information COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES / K.S.A.'s

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic Trainee - Lift Stations:

COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES

Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, and to resolve problems.

Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals.

Ability to understand, follow oral and written instructions.

Demonstrated ability to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction.

Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on basic matters.

Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with Supervisor, customers, other employees, other departments, other governmental and regulatory agencies, and the general public as needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Basic math skills.

Customer service skills.

Demonstrates ability to use the tools and equipment in area of assignment.

Demonstrates ability to read maps.

Demonstrates ability to maintain work area in an organized manner

Ability to record and deliver information accurately.

Ability to communicate both orally and in writing; understand and follow communications.

Ability to get along with others and work as a team.

Ability to work overtime

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic - Lift Stations

COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES

Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, and to resolve problems.

Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals.

Ability to prepare accurate and thorough written records and reports.

Ability to understand, follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction.

Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on basic matters.

Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with Supervisor, customers, other employees, other departments, other governmental and regulatory agencies, and the general public as needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of lift station equipment and facilities, as well as the ability to safely operate various machinery, equipment and tools required for their maintenance.

Knowledge of and the ability to follow safety procedures and properly utilize personal protective equipment (PPE).

Ability to effectively interact with coworkers, supervisors and other department staff, as well as the public and outside agencies.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Ability to safely perform various general repair/maintenance tasks which may include, but not limited to oiling/greasing, pipe fitting and repair, chemical handling, mechanical assembling, welding, and fabrication.

Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, drawings, plans, instructions, and all other relevant reference documentation.

Ability to operator a computer for operations monitoring via SCADA, and date entry/retrieval via various software applications such as MS Office, asset management, and GIS.

Ability to safely perform minor repairs of facilities and assist with general building/grounds maintenance work as needed.

Ability to assist with utilizing the utility's asset work order system to obtain, complete and record assignment results.

Ability to train and obtain crane operation certification.

Utilities Maintenance Mechanic, Senior - Lift Stations

COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES

Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, and to resolve problems.

Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals.

Ability to prepare accurate and thorough written records and reports.

Ability to understand, follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction.

Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on basic matters.

Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with Supervisor, customers, other employees, other departments, other governmental and regulatory agencies, and the general public as needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to effectively interact with coworkers, supervisors and other department staff, as well as the public and outside agencies.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Ability to develop work schedules and assignments and to coordinate safe work activities with other departments, divisions or outside contractors as needed.

Knowledge of various lift station equipment, as well as the ability to safely and efficiently operate various machinery, equipment and tools required for their maintenance.

Knowledge of various general repair/maintenance procedures which may include, but not limited to oiling/greasing, pipe fitting and repair, chemical handling, mechanical assembling/welding/fabrication.

Ability to research equipment updates and available vendors for replacement parts, as well as preventative maintenance procedures.

Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, drawings and other reference documentation.

Ability to mentor other mechanics and provide guidance and oversight of their maintenance and repair activities

Ability to operate a computer for operations monitoring via SCADA, and data entry/retrieval via various software applications such as MS Office, Asset management and GIS.

Knowledge of and the ability to follow and promote safety procedures and properly utilize personal protective equipment (PPE).

Ability to lead/supervise a team of workers in machinery/equipment repair and maintenance.

Ability to perform quality checks on maintenance and repair activities performed by others.

Ability to perform minor repairs of facilities and assist with general building/grounds maintenance work as needed.

Ability to utilize asset management/work order system to receive and execute orders and record maintenance activities performed.

CAREER PATH ADVANCEMENT REQUIREMENTS

The following requirements must be met to advance to Utilities Maintenance Mechanic - Lift Stations:

• Must have a minimum of one (1) year of work experience within Lift Stations.
• Must successfully complete the requirements of a training program within two (2) years by doing the following:

Complete provided mechanical training or coursework in the following areas:

• Must obtain a State of Florida Wastewater C certification.
• Must complete a division area specific test with a minimum score of 70%.
• Must meet 100% of the Utility Maintenance Mechanic Trainee's KSA's and 70% of the Utility Maintenance Mechanic's KSA's in one (1) divisional functional area.

This list is not exhaustive and may be modified as required to facilitate successful operation of the Utilities department. Meeting the above career path advancement requirements must be verified and documented by the assigned supervisor.

Experience and/or training received from an outside entity will be evaluated on a case by case basis for credit towards the above minimum work experience.

The following requirements must be met to advance to Utilities Maintenance Mechanic, Senior:

• Must have a minimum of three (3) years of work experience within Lift Stations.
• Must obtain and maintain the State of Florida Wastewater Collection System Operator B Certification.
• Must obtain a State of Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Must complete test specific to Lift Stations at the mechanic level with a minimum of 70%.
• Must meet 100% of the Utilities Maintenance Mechanic KSA's and 70% of the Utilities Maintenance Mechanic, Senior KSA's.

This list is not exhaustive and may be modified as required to facilitate successful operation of the Utilities department. Meeting the above career path advancement requirements must be verified and documented by the assigned supervisor.

COMPETITIVE PROMOTIONAL ADVANCEMENT REQUIREMENTS

The following requirements must be met to be eligible to compete for advancement to Master Utilities Maintenance Mechanic:

• Must have a minimum of seven (7) years of combined work experience within Lift Stations. Possession of an Associate's degree in engineering, business or public administration or in a related field can substitute for two (2) years of functional area experience.
• Must have led a crew of mechanics within the Lift Station for a minimum of two (2) years.
• Must possess and maintain the State of Florida Waste Water Collection System Level A certification.
• Must possess and maintain a valid certification to operate a crane and forklift or be able to obtain said certificate within sixty (60) days in position
• Must possess and maintain a Florida Class B CDL.

This list is not exhaustive and may be modified as required to facilitate successful operation of the Utilities department. Meeting the above career path advancement requirements must be verified and documented by the assigned supervisor.

Physical and Sensory Requirements / Environmental Factors

Physical Ability : Tasks require the regular and, at times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (50 pounds).

Sensory Requirements : Tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors : Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, bright/dim light, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, toxic agents, disease, pathogenic substances, heights, or confined spaces.

The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S. C. 12101 et. seq.), the City of Boynton Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE

Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority in the City's hiring process. Additionally, certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment by the City.