Machinist Helper; Water Division

THIS POSITION IS FOR THE WATER DIVISION

This position is responsible for assisting Machinists in performing highly skilled work, including the setup and operation of a variety of machine tools to produce and repair precision parts, troubleshooting of faulty equipment, and construction of small buildings.

The ideal candidate should be knowledgeable of industry-standard methods and practices of machining, mechanics, mathematics, metal properties, tools and equipment used in the machine shop, and field equipment maintenance and repair. They will have a strong aptitude for mechanical and construction theory and practices and work well with others. They will also be able to follow instructions from a journey-level Machinist and take direction from their immediate supervisor.

The ability to fabricate and weld using gas and electric welders is preferred.

Performs semi-skilled work assisting journey-level Machinists in the performance of duties both in the machine shop and field.

The class of Machinist Helper performs semi-skilled work under direct supervision and is distinguished from the next higher class of Machinist in that the latter performs skilled journey-level machine work under general supervision.

Supervision is provided by a Machinist Supervisor. Functional supervision may be provided by a Machinist. Depending upon the assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Operate and maintain bench lathes, drill presses, milling and shaping machines, grinders, gas and electric welders, and other common tools used in the maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment.
• Assist in the installation, adjustment, and repair of mechanical equipment such as pumps, compressors, chlorinators, engines, motors, blowers, metering devices, and plumbing used with water, gas, oil, chemical, heating, and sewage systems.
• Assist in the maintenance of mechanical systems of electrical power plants and heating and ventilating plants.
• Assist in troubleshooting and maintenance of electrical motors and related equipment.
• Construct and repair various types of buildings, sheds, scaffolds, forms, fences, and other structures.
• Make concrete forms; mix and pour concrete.
• Build lockers, shelves, doors, and window frames.
• Drive and operate trucks and trailers, dump trucks, cranes, and forklifts.
• Load and unload trucks carrying hazardous materials and other materials; work on operating systems containing hazardous materials.
• Cut and thread pipe; pack pumps and valves.
• Scrape, paint, and finish wood, metal, and concrete surfaces.
• Clean and maintain tools, related equipment, shops, and vehicles.
• Keep simple reports and help maintain records.
• Respond to emergencies on an on-call basis as required.
• Perform related duties as required.

• The practices, tools, methods, and equipment used in machine shop and field equipment maintenance and repair.
• Maintenance and repair materials and their appropriate uses.
• Occupational hazards and safe working methods.
• Basic mechanical and construction theory and practice.

• Perform semi-skilled machine tool work.
• Weld with both gas and electric welding equipment.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Read and write the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance.
• Work in confined spaces, on temporary scaffolding, on high structures, and in sewage wet pits.
• Recognize and deal with hazardous situations.
• Work in high pressure situations.
• Lift and handle heavy equipment and materials.
• Rebuild and repair a variety of mechanical equipment.

• The care and use of machine tools and equipment.
• The care and use of welding tools and equipment.
• The care and use of hand, power, and construction-related tools.

Experience:

One year of experience in a machine shop or performing equipment maintenance and repair.

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Six months of experience in a machine shop or performing equipment maintenance and repair; and nine units from an accredited college which include courses related to fabrication, introductory and intermediate machine tool processes, and advanced machine shop mathematics.

Should education be used to qualify for this position, then proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment. Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable.

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