Treatment Plant Mechanic II; Wastewater

Department:

Public Works Division:

Wastewater Maintenance Pay Range The wage for this position is set by the IUOE Collective Bargaining Agreement, starting at Step A: $38.24 Hourly.

Position Salary Range: $38.24 - $44.19 Hourly .SUMMARY OF POSITION This is the full journey level position in the Treatment Plant Mechanic classification. Under the direction of the Wastewater Maintenance Supervisor or designee, performs highly skilled work from a variety of crafts toward the construction, maintenance and repair of the City’s wastewater treatment plant, lift stations, and related facilities. Subject to after-hours and weekend work as needed.

Safely performs all job functions.

Please note, the schedule is anticipated to be Monday - Friday from 7:00am - 3:30pm. This position does require mandatory emergency standby work year-round.

The full job description can be viewed on the City of Richland

– Job Description s page.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Selection will be based on overall qualifications, skills testing (if applicable), and an interview process. The final candidate selected will be subject to a comprehensive background/reference check commensurate to the position including a pre-employment physical to include DOT drug screening (if applicable).MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Two (2) year college degree in industrial mechanics or related field or equivalent trade school certificate or apprenticeship program participation.

Six (6) years of experience performing mechanical installation, removal, repair and maintenance of pumps, small motors, mechanical feed systems and other precision mechanical devices, including welding, rigging, fabrication and equipment repair.

Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Valid driver’s license, with an ability to obtain Class “A” CDL with tanker endorsement within two (2) years of hire date.

Must obtain National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) “Telescopic Boom Cranes – Fixed Cab Operator” (TSS) certification within eight teen (18) months of hire and maintain through employment.

Obtain Signal Person and Rigger Certification within eighteen (18) months of hire and maintain through employment.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Current Class “A” CDL with tanker endorsement.

Current NCCCO TSS Certification Current Signal Person and Rigger Certification This position is posted internally/externally concurrently. Only qualified, regular full-time, IUOE employees will be given first consideration if they apply within the first five (5) working internal days of posting.

If no qualified IUOE members apply within the internal posting close date, then all qualified external applicants will be considered. Internal qualified applicants who apply after the initial five (5) day posting will compete with qualified external applicants.

WE ARE RICHLANDAt the City of Richland, your work makes a difference every day. From maintaining essential services to enhancing our community, you’ll be part of a team that values teamwork, integrity and excellence in what we do.

With a strong sense of purpose, great benefits, and a commitment to growth, we are building a community we’re proud to serve.

Richland Rewards – Supporting Those Who Serve Summary of City of Richland benefits for IUOE affiliated staff (union-represented employees):

Regular Full-Time Employee Benefits Excellent preferred provider plan with a substantial City-paid contribution

City-paid dental and vision plans

City-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (equals two times the employees annual salary)
City-paid Long-term Disability Insurance Participation in the State of…