Wastewater Heavy Duty Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description Summary

Department - Regional Wastewater Reclamation Job Description

Job Type : Classified

Salary Grade : 11

Pay Range

Hiring Range : $25.12 - $30.14 Per Hour

Full Range : $25.12 - $35.17 Per Hour

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification.

As a Wastewater Heavy Duty Maintenance Mechanic, you will install, repair, fabricate, construct, and maintain industrial mechanical equipment such as industrial pumping systems, deep well turbine pumps, positive displacement pumps, submersible pumps, centrifugal booster pumps, gearboxes, blowers, chillers, boilers, clarifiers, centrifuges, plumbing, and pipe fitting. To align pumps and motors, you will use precision instruments micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and laser machines. Fabrication is also part of the job using welding machines such as mig and stick, oxygen / acetylene, and plasma machines used for new fabrication and repair of equipment. There is also in-house training to qualify you for the operation of heavy equipment, all-terrain forklifts, loaders, 13-ton cranes, man lifts, and small shop forklifts.

Essential Functions :

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department's need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.

• Performs operational and preventive maintenance of complex heavy-duty industrial equipment and machinery utilizing
• hydraulics and pneumatics of systems involving pneumatic tanks, deep wells, air compressors, pneumatic actuators, wet wells, pumps and booster stations;
• Fabricates, constructs, installs, repairs and aligns heavy-duty industrial equipment and machinery such as deep well pumps, water pump and piping systems, horizontal and vertical drive centrifugal pumps, spherical, thrust, radial and lineshaft bearings on pumps and motors utilizing gas and electric welding;
• Performs critical repairs to complex systems, equipment and related features to maintain system integrity and functions in accordance with standards, rules and regulations, particularly those systems or equipment operated under permits or licenses granted by other governmental agencies;
• Interprets and applies required codes or standards to work situations;
• Interprets complex blueprints, schematics and diagrams to facilitate work;
• Prepares working sketches, drawings and estimates of resources required for assigned projects;
• Repairs or operates specialized equipment such as submersible pumps, speed increasers and decreases, blowers, conveyors, gear boxes, mixing equipment and industrial stationary engines;
• Demonstrates knowledge of precision measuring equipment such as micrometers and dial indicators;
• Coordinates equipment and system modifications or maintenance with operations and maintenance staff and supported
• facility managers or end-users, to assure minimal disruption of services and seamless customer services;
• Inspects, services and maintains common and specialized tools, equipment and vehicles used in performance of duties;
• Utilizes and ensures fellow staff utilizes standard occupational safety practices and equipment;
• Maintains comprehensive records of work performed, modifications to equipment or systems and related operations logs;
• Prepares periodic and special reports for management on equipment, systems and / or facilities supported or maintained;
• Conducts on-the-job training of operators and maintenance staff;
• May inspect and lead the work of equipment operators and maintenance staff.

Minimum Qualifications :

Five years of mechanical maintenance experience in the fabrication, installation or repair of large heavy-duty industrial mechanical equipment, deep well turbine pumps, submersible or centrifugal booster pumps.

OR :

Three years of experience with Pima County as a Wastewater Maintenance Specialist II performing mechanical maintenance work involving the fabrication, installation and repair of mechanical equipment and pumps.

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.

Preferred Qualifications : (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.) :

Selection Procedure :

Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum / desired qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum / desired qualifications may be further evaluated / scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments / testing may be required as part of the selection process.

Supplemental Information :

Licenses and Certificates : Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant's suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services' review and approval of the candidate's driving record. Some positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver license at time of application or prior to completion of an initial or promotional probation period. Failure to obtain / maintain the required certification / licensures shall be grounds for termination.

Special Notice Items : The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. Some positions may carry the risk of exposure to infectious diseases, asbestos or wastewater products, therefore special medical screening prior to or during employment may be necessary to assure employee health and safety.

Physical / Sensory Requirements : Constantly operates and inspects mechanical equipment. Constantly positions self to use, inspect, clean or repair tools and machinery. Constantly observes details at close range. Frequently required to exchange accurate information. Frequently remains in a stationary position. Frequently moves tools and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. Frequently operates a motor vehicle or golf cart safely and legally, in accordance with applicable state and federal transportation laws. Occasionally moves tools and equipment weighing up to 75 lbs. Occasionally ascends / descends machinery and equipment to repair / service. Frequently ascending and descending ladders and stairs to reach and work upon elevated or below-grade work platforms and job sites.

Working Conditions : Some positions may be required to go on an on-call rotation. Constantly exposed to loud noise levels. Constantly exposed to moving mechanical parts. Occasionally exposed to mechanical oils, vibration and risk of electrical shock. Working with or in the presence of obnoxious odors. Working with noxious or potentially hazardous chemicals, compounds or products. Constantly exposed to extreme heat. Occasionally confine space entry. Employees may be exposed to various weather conditions. Walking on uneven / slippery surfaces.

EEO Information : Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary : $25 - $35