MAINTENANCE MACHINIST/MECHANIC I-IV

The incumbent under the guidance of the Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for the performance of a variety of bench, and hand tools, field and machine operations, requiring accuracy and precision, in the construction, maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment.  Work is characterized by its assignment of duties requiring the application of more than one maintenance trade.
 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:
High school diploma or GED is required.  Minimum of two years previous mechanical experience, welding, plumbing or metal fabrication is preferred.  Must obtain either a Class I Wastewater Treatment License or Grade I Water Distribution License (depending on placement) within one year of employment.  Must obtain a Class A CDL within one year of employment.  Must obtain air brake designation within two years of employment.
 
Other Skills and Abilities:
The incumbent should possess knowledge of the use of tools and equipment in the department.  The incumbent must have good verbal skills as well as good organizational skills.  Problem solving and analytical ability are required to perform the duties of this position.  Good communication and interpersonal skills are also required.
 
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must occasionally stand, walk, climb, talk and hear.  Frequently sit and use hands to finger, handle or feel.  The incumbent must also stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, balance, or crawl.  The sense of smell is also necessary.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, color, distance and peripheral vision.  Depth perception and the ability to adjust focus are also necessary.  The employee is occasionally required to lift more than 100 pounds.
 
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this position the incumbent is exposed to outdoor weather conditions, works near moving mechanical parts and is exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals.  The incumbent works in high precarious places and is at risk of electrical shock or vibration.  The incumbent is also exposed to non-weather related wet, humid conditions.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to very loud.
 

Notice of Consent Decree Posting                              
The City of Fort Smith, Arkansas ("City") has entered into a Consent Decree in litigation with the United States of America and the State of Arkansas ("Consent Decree").  The Consent Decree was filed on April 6, 2015, in civil action 14-cv-02266-PKH, pending in the United States District Court for the Western District of Arkansas Fort Smith Division. The Consent Decree is available for review or copying on the City's website where it may be found at www.FortSmithWater.org.