Lift Station Mechanic Flsa: Non-Exempt; Shift Mon - Fri

Overview

Performs preventative and corrective maintenance and repairs on all mechanical and electrical equipment and controls used and operated at City lift stations. Maintains and repairs all gravity sewer lines and force mains. Keeps records of work performed and measurements taken. Assists collection personnel as assigned in non-lift station maintenance or repairs. Reports to Collections Utilities Supervisor.

The list of essential functions is representative of tasks performed within this classification and is not necessarily descriptive of any one position. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.

Monitors, maintains, repairs, replaces and installs lift station SCADA systems. Maintains instrumentation devices such as pump control units, telemetry control units, flow meters, level control devices and gauges. Performs diagnostic measurements and data gathering using digital and analog volt/ohm meters, temperature and pressure gauges and digital calipers. Calculates various flow device values. Installs, troubleshoots and repairs piping, valves, pumps, motors, process equipment and electrical controls up to 480 volts.

Evaluates, prioritizes and repairs lift stations and other wastewater facilities. Responds to emergency work orders for lift station alarms, sewer backups, and distribution water issues for residential and commercial customers. Performs preventative maintenance on pumps, gate valves, check valves, plug valves and their associated fixtures. Reviews, inspects and locates sewer lines. Performs installation and maintenance of pumps, valves, and other appurtenances utilizing crane truck.

Operates or supervises operation of Jet-Vac truck to clean and pump out wet wells, manholes, and gravity sewer lines. Prepares preventative maintenance records and reports. Maintains and repairs air release valves. Reads lift station, alternative water, and sewer meters. Maintains alternative water pump stations and wells. Maintains property in and around lift stations. Performs lift station emergency on-call duties on a rotating basis.

Serves as essential personnel during natural or man-made disasters and emergencies. Performs other duties as assigned.

Must be at least 18 years of age. Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent supplemented by specialized courses/training equivalent to completion of one year of college in mechanics, electrical systems or a closely related field. Requires two years of experience with mechanical repair including electrical pumps and related equipment. Experience with SCADA and telemetry control is preferred. Must have a valid State of Florida driver’s license and maintain an acceptable driving record.

Must be able to obtain a Florida Class B Commercial Driver License with tanker endorsement within one (1) year from date of hire. Must obtain a Florida Class C Collection Technician certification within eighteen (18) months of hire. Must be able and willing to work on-call as needed as determined by department.

• Comprehensive knowledge of methods and techniques used in the installation, repair and maintenance of a wide variety of mechanical equipment and machinery.
• Considerable knowledge of safety hazards involved with working with high-voltage electricity and the necessary precautions.
• Extensive knowledge with the disassembly and repair of centrifugal pumps, submersible pumps, reciprocating pumps and vertical wet well pumps, motors, pump driving equipment and electrical/electronic controls.
• Knowledge of float-switch systems and electronic level transducers.
• Knowledge of SCADA systems and telemetry control.
• Basic knowledge of CCTV inspection equipment operation and maintenance.
• Ability to work from sketches, maps and blueprints.
• Ability to read and comprehend operations and maintenance manuals, City policies and procedures, technical manuals and specifications.
• Ability to inspect, troubleshoot, diagnose and repair problems within a complex mechanical system.
• Ability to calculate capacity,…