Mechanic Trainee

JOB SUMMARY

This position performs technical work in the maintenance and repair of specialized machinery and equipment at any or all of the municipal public works treatment plants and facilities; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision. Work may be specialized according to the assigned division.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work requires the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects and some heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: 

• Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling while walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. The amount of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium.
• Climbing: Ascending or descending terrain, ladders, stairs, ramps, poles, and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized.
• Crawling: Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.
• Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
• Feeling: Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature, or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.
• Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
• Hearing: Required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
• Kneeling: Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
• Manual Dexterity: Picking, pinching, or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling.
• Repetitive Motion: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers.
• Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. Occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles.
• Visual Acuity:   Required for depth perception, color perception, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.
• Vocal Communication: Required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
• Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed inside and outside under environmental conditions such as extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions, oils, working in confined spaces, and wearing an appropriate respiratory protection device as necessary. The worker may be exposed to blood borne and/or waterborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment.

• Performs inspections, preventive maintenance and repairs of pump stations and other utility treatment and storage tank facilities and systems.
• Diagnoses mechanical, electrical, electronic, and SCADA problems; performs necessary repairs.
• Maintains pumps, valves, blowers, filters, screens, emergency motors, generators, and other equipment. 
• Performs inspection and maintenance of pumping stations and other facilities; repairs or replaces malfunctioning parts and equipment. 
• Operates vacuum/jet truck and other equipment.
• Inspects and maintains tools, equipment, and vehicles for proper use and care.
• Performs other public utilities maintenance work as required. 

OTHER INFORMATION

Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the City of Jacksonville Beach and the employee and is subject to change by the City as the needs of the City and requirements of the job change.

Education and Experience:

A high school diploma or equivalent and some experience in the maintenance and servicing of automotive, pumping station, and/or construction equipment. 

Special Qualifications:

A driver’s license valid in the State of Florida.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Knowledge of the procedures, practices, and standards of the repair and maintenance of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical pumping station equipment. 
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions of the work.
• Skill in the use of common hand tools, power tools, and other tools of the trade.
• Ability to determine improper operation of pumping equipment and take remedial action.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other personnel and the public. 
• Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions. 
• Ability to operate personal computers.
• Ability to safely operate City equipment or vehicles while observing all applicable laws, regulations, and policies.  
• Ability to perform skilled and technical work for extended periods, often under adverse conditions. 
• Ability to perform overtime, holiday, and weekend work as needed.

This position is part of a qualification advancement plan.Our employees uphold and promote the mission, vision, and core values of the City of Jacksonville Beach. To be successful, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions of the job and demonstrate a strong desire to be a part of our EPIC Team:

• Empowerment – Enabling employees to achieve work-life balance & professional growth and success
• Pride – A small coastal city dedicated to displaying a big heart through our commitment to the community
• Integrity – We hold ourselves, individually and collectively, accountable to our community and our organization
• Communication – Open & honest dialogue with our community and throughout our organization
• Teamwork– Working together with our community to achieve common organizational goals

Salary : $35,422