Utility Maintenance Mechanic I - Water Production



Job Details

Utility Maintenance Mechanic I - Water Production
Employer

City of Norfolk

Salary

$29,391.00 - $36,088.00 Annually

Location

Norfolk, VA

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

05709R

Department

Utilities

Division

Water Production

Opening Date

04/04/2018

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

GEN

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Description

The City of Norfolk's Department of Utilities is seeking a Utility Maintenance Mechanic I in our Water Production Division. The Utility Maintenance Mechanic I position works independently in the maintenance and repairing of water pipelines and various types of equipment. This position performs inspections daily; verifies and documents operating system conditions. The Utility Maintenance Mechanic I also maintains records and prepares reports on machinery and activities.
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Essential Functions

Essential functions include but are not limited to:
  •  Performs minor overhauls, repairs, replacement and maintenance on pumps, motors, valves, chemical feeders, hydraulic equipment, mixers and other water treatment equipment.
     
  • Performs inspections daily; verifies and documents operating system conditions.
     
  • Maintains accurate records and prepares reports on machinery and activities.
     
  • Must be able to read manuals and troubleshoot problems.
     
  • Climbs ladders and stairs, bends, walks, pushes, pulls, stoops and lifts up to 75 lbs. throughout an 8 hour work day; works in limited access and confined space areas; must be able to wear respiratory equipment.

Education/Experience

Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, and technical processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency.
 
One year in machinery repair or maintenance required.

The desired candidate will possess two years of machinery repair or maintenance experience. 

Additional Information & Requirements

Valid Driver's License required.

Work Hours:  Monday - Friday; 6:30 a.m - 3:00 p.m.
Work Location:  Moore's Bridges Water Treatment Plant, 6040 Waterworks Road, Norfolk, VA
 
This position is designated as an Essential position which means you may be required to work extended, rotating, nights, weekends, and/or holidays in response to severe weather and emergencies.

 
  • Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information provided within this application.YOUR RESPONSES TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS WILL BE REVIEWED AND VERIFIED WITH THE INFORMATION YOU PROVIDED IN THE BODY OF YOUR APPLICATION.  
     
  • To check the status of your application refer to your GovernmentJobs.com account for the latest update.
     
  • Applications must include complete work history, including periods of unemployment if applicable. Writing "See resume" with no other information is considered an incomplete application and will not be considered.

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  • Regular full-time and permanent part-time employees may receive paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, employer paid pension plan, basic life insurance and tuition assistance, voluntary participation in medical and dental, Section 457 deferred compensation, long-term disability, optional life insurance for self, spouse and children, medical and dependent care reimbursement plans, access to membership in credit union and employer provided parking .
     
  • Special project/grant employees are generally eligible for the same benefits of regular full-time employees; however, retirement, life insurance and participation in health plans vary depending upon funding and authorization.
     
  • Temporary/seasonal and part-time employees are generally only eligible for employer provided parking and access to membership in credit union.
     
  • Retirement
    If you are hired October 5, 2010 or after to a position with City of Norfolk Retirement System benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit.  This will be a pre-tax payroll deduction.

NOTE:
The benefits described above are broad generalizations.  The specific benefits that an employee may be eligible for are governed by City regulations, as applicable to job type. 
 

Non-City
Positions listed with a job type designation of "Non-City" are not subject to the benefits descriptions above.  Refer to the content of the job posting for information regarding these positions.   

 

01
The following Supplemental Questions are specific to the position for which you have applied to assist the hiring manager in screening applications for specific experience being sought. Please be specific in answering these questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Do not answer "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers. Please note that if you are invited to be interviewed by the department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification.
  • I understand and will answer the following supplemental questions completely and thoroughly.
02
Please select the highest level of education you have completed.
  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Some college (at least 1 semester)
  • Associates/Vocational
  • Bachelor's Degree or higher
03
How many years of experience do you have working with machinery repair or maintenance?
  • I have no experience
  • I have less than 1 year experience
  • I have 1 - 3 years experience
  • I have 3 - 5 years experience
  • I have more than 5 years experience
04
Do you have a valid driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No
05
I understand that this is an Essential position which means I will be required to work 24 hour shifts during emergencies and weather events.
  • Yes
  • No
06
Please provide an explanation of any periods of unemployment that are 30 days or longer. Indicate N/A if you have not experienced any periods of unemployment.
07
Are you a current or previous City of Norfolk employee?
  • Yes - I am a current City of Norfolk Employee
  • Yes - I am a previous City of Norfolk Employee
  • No - I am not a previous or current City of Norfolk employee
08
Are you a temporary employee currently working within the Department of Utilities?
  • Yes
  • No
09
Do you currently reside in the City of Norfolk?
  • Yes
  • No
10
Please indicate your veteran status. (A copy of your long form DD-214 may be required)
  • I am not a Veteran
  • I am a Veteran
  • I am a Disabled Veteran

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