UTILITY DISTRIBUTION MECHANIC II

Occupational Summary

Perform all levels of repair and preventive maintenance on steam distribution, chilled water, domestic water, air, gas, and vacuum systems. Assist higher-level mechanics in their areas of responsibility.

Work Performed

• Clean mechanical rooms and deliver parts as needed.
• Assist other mechanics and perform basic steamfitting maintenance tasks under the supervision of higher-level mechanics or supervisors.
• Perform basic calculations and conversions related to maintenance tasks.
• Operate and maintain hand and power tools associated with steamfitting and maintenance work.
• Process hot work permits and perform fire watch safety duties.
• Complete paperwork, including work orders, inventory forms, and preventive maintenance records.
• Maintain and repair steam valves rated between 150 lbs to 300 lbs and perform minor maintenance on low-pressure steam components.
• Perform intermediate mathematical calculations, such as ratios, proportions, algebra, area, volume, circumference, and the Pythagorean Theorem.
• Use and maintain rigging equipment such as block and tackle, chain hoists, come-alongs, jacks, and tuggers.
• Install appropriate pipe hangers for piping systems and read pipe support drawings and symbols.
• Read and interpret blueprints, including plot plans, equipment location plans, P&IDs, piping orthographic drawings, structural steel plans, piping ISOs, and line indexes.
• Follow and interpret pipefitting standards, codes, and specifications while identifying pipe components and specifications.
• Perform trade-related calculations, such as thermal expansion, table conversions, and right-angle trigonometry.
• Identify and install types of pipe, flanges, gaskets, and bolts; install pipe sleeves and floor penetrations.
• Test piping systems, including pretests, service flow tests, head pressure tests, hydrostatic tests, and steam blow tests.
• Install, maintain, and remove various valves and components such as steam and condensate valves, safety relief valves, and condensate pumping systems.
• Prepare base metals for welding and perform cutting tasks using oxyfuel, plasma arc, and air carbon arc methods.
• Perform basic and advanced welding tasks, including shielded metal arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, and flux-cored arc welding on various metals.
• Maintain steam traps, radiators, heat coils, and vacuum systems, including mechanical, thermostatic, and thermodynamic components.
• Install and maintain steam control valves, pressure-reducing valves, steam converters, and steam reheat systems.
• Conduct job-site inspections for compliance with standards and codes.
• Review design documents and evaluate compliance with standards and codes.
• Train lower-level personnel on steamfitting-related topics and preventive maintenance procedures.
• Use computer software relevant to maintenance operations for planning and scheduling work assignments.
• Analyze system or component failures and recommend corrective actions.
• Perform supervisory duties as required and provide logistical support for maintenance activities.
• Design and implement preventive maintenance procedures for mechanical equipment.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
  
  

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities N/A

Education

Work requires an educational background normally acquired through a high school education with course work in skilled crafts, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience. Possess a valid North Carolina driver's license. Received training on General OSHA standards and requirements, hot work permits, fire watch, confined space entry, and lock-out/tag-out procedures.

Experience

Work requires 3 years' experience in installing, maintaining and/or repairing utlity distribution and building utility systems.

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