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City of Savannah

Senior Water and Sewer Maintenance Mechanic

SALARY

$16.85 Hourly

$35,046.00 Annually

LOCATION

Savannah, GA

JOB TYPE

Full-Time Permanent

JOB NUMBER

2018-SWSMM-LS-JAN

DEPARTMENTTEST

Conveyance & Distribution

DIVISION

Lift Stations

OPENING DATE

01/10/2018

CLOSING DATE

Continuous

SALARY

$16.85 Hourly

$35,046.00 Annually

LOCATION

Savannah, GA

JOB TYPE

Full-Time Permanent

JOB NUMBER

2018-SWSMM-LS-JAN

DEPARTMENTTEST

Conveyance & Distribution

DIVISION

Lift Stations

OPENING DATE

01/10/2018

CLOSING DATE

Continuous

Purpose

This position is responsible for the installation, repair, and maintenance of the sewer lift stations.

Essential Job Functions

Operates and maintains lift stations; troubleshoots control panels; replaces and repairs electronic circuit components and parts.

Maintains records and data on the maintenance and repair of lift stations.

Maintains station appearance; maintains station grounds.

Operates and maintains assigned vehicles, equipment, and tools.

Maintains diesel generators.

Inspects and troubleshoots telephone lines and SCADA systems.

Responds to after-hours emergencies.

Transports and connects portable generators during power outages.

Performs skilled repair of submersible sewer pumps and associated equipment.

Performs torch cutting and welding tasks; performs basic electrical tasks; reads blue prints and diagrams.

Maintains station force main pipe installation; maintains and records release valve data.

Obtains water samples; manages technical and field aspects of odor control.

Performs flow data tests.

Prioritizes, plans, and directs personnel in daily work activities.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED plus vocational training in heavy maintenance and repair; with two years of heavy duty pumping and auxiliary power equipment repair and maintenance and/or basic electricity and advanced welding experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience. 
 

Additional Requirements
Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen; a motor vehicle report will be conducted, and driving history must meet the standards outlined by the City of Savannah; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment. The final score on this examination will consist of a rating of education and experience, plus veterans' preference points, if eligible. The names of all competitors rated eligible for appointment will be placed on the proper register according to their final scores. 

Additional Information

Knowledge of lift station installation, repair, and maintenance.

Knowledge of city infrastructure.

Knowledge of sewer conveyance system construction materials, standards, and techniques.

Skill in establishing priorities and organizing work.

Skill in the electrical troubleshooting and welding.

Skill in oral and written communication.

Employer
City of Savannah
Phone
912-651-6484
Website
http://www.savannahga.gov
Address
132 E. Broughton Street
P.O. Box 1027
Savannah, Georgia, 31302-9972
Employer
City of Savannah
Phone
912-651-6484
Website
http://www.savannahga.gov
Address
132 E. Broughton Street
P.O. Box 1027
Savannah, Georgia, 31302-9972
Senior Water and Sewer Maintenance Mechanic Supplemental Questionnaire
* QUESTION 1
Do you have a valid driver's license?


* QUESTION 2
Please list what equipment you have experience repairing. Must be listed on application under work history.
* Required Question