Utility Maintenance Mechanic

Maintenance And Repair Technician

Hiring range is negotiable between $42,495 and $55,239 depending on a candidate's qualifications and experience.

The purpose of this position is to perform maintenance, repair and replacement of the City's water distribution and sewer collection infrastructure systems. Repair, replace and build sections of water and sewer lines, as well as unstop clogged lines. Work also involves mowing and other grounds maintenance work to ensure access roads and outfalls are accessible. This job works under close supervision according to set procedures.

• Assists with the repair, replacement and construction of water and sewer lines as needed.
• Mows and maintains spray fields, outfalls and access roads to ensure access to infrastructure for maintenance and repairs.
• Assists with clearing backed up or clogged sewer lines with pressurized hoses, rakes and shovels.
• Performs "flagger" operations on roadways as needed during maintenance and repair operations.
• Assists with inflow and infiltration mitigation measures, to include installing upgraded manhole lids and pans, and raising manholes.
• Assists with making water and sewer taps, installing and replacing water meters, installing fire hydrants.
• Operates various light and heavy equipment, including dump trucks, tractors, loaders, mowers, etc.
• Exercises water valves and fire hydrants to keep them operating efficiently.
• Reads and interprets water and sewer system maps.
• Uses various pneumatic, gas or electric power tools, including compressors, jack-hammers, tapping machines, boring machines, tamps, concrete saws, drills, etc.
• Uses basic hand tools to include shovels, rakes, hoes, etc.
• Performs minor preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment, including sharpening chainsaws, greasing and maintaining heavy equipment, etc.
• Performs "on-call" duties on a rotational basis as needed.
• Performs "flagger" operations on roadways as needed during maintenance and repair operations.
• Assists other departments and agencies as needed
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of the tools, materials and equipment used to maintain and repair water distribution and sewer collection infrastructure and associated appurtenances.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and proper safety precautions associated with working around raw sewage, operating heavy construction equipment, working around traffic and performing daily responsibilities.
• Knowledge of municipal maintenance and construction practices.
• Knowledge of street locations and the geographic layout of the City.
• Knowledge of traffic laws, ordinances and regulations pertaining to the operation of motorized equipment.
• Ability to safely and skillfully operate and maintain light to medium equipment and various pneumatic, gas or electric power tools.
• Ability to read utility line maps, as well as operation and service manuals.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, peers and the general public.
• Ability to deal courteously and tactfully with City personnel, contractors and the public.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

MINIMUM

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Graduation or GED equivalent.
• Two years of utility maintenance, construction or related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:

• Possession of a valid North Carolina Class "B" Driver's License, or ability to obtain with one (1) year of hire date.

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

• Performs medium work that involves walking, standing, stooping, jumping, lifting, digging, pushing and raising objects and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis.
• The work may require specific physical characteristic and abilities such as heightened strength, mobility, dexterity and full range of motion.
• The following additional physical abilities are also required: climbing, crouching, kneeling, manual dexterity, hearing, mental acuity, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, stooping, talking, visual acuity and walking.

UNAVOIDABLE HAZARDS (WORK ENVIRONMENT):
The work is generally performed in inside and outside environments, in extreme hot and cold weather, and exposed to the hazards, including working in heavy traffic, loud noises, vibration, moving mechanical parts, chemicals, fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation, and oils. Work is subject to the final standards of OSHA on blood borne pathogens. The work environment involves high risks with exposure to potentially dangerous situations or unusual environmental risks which require a range of safety and other precautions.

Use of safe work practices with equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, observance of…