Utility Maintenance Person – System Utility Maintenance Person (M8000)

Job Summary

This is a training position pursuant to achieving the qualifications as specified in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and Maintenance Training Program guidelines to prepare the candidate to bid on the Systems Utility Maintenance Person (SUMP) position. Under general supervision, performs skilled work in maintaining and repairing Sewer District equipment, machinery, facilities and grounds.

About the Role

Works with others in the installation, modification, maintenance and repair of Sewer District mechanical, electrical, electronic, pneumatic, hydraulic, and other recording, telemetering and instrumentation devices and equipment. Performs any combination of, but not limited to the following duties according to specific departmental guidelines:

• Assists in and performs mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation work such as installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, modifying, calibrating, and repairing of pumps, motors, motor control centers, motor starters, generators, variable frequency drives (VFDs), actuators, valves, uninterruptible power supplies (UPSs), various other instrumentation with associated control loops and other telecommunications, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electronic and microprocessor-based related equipment.
• Assists with plumbing, pipefitting, grinding, cutting with torch, welding, installing electrical conduits, pulling wiring, minor fabrication and painting of equipment and process piping.
• Operates Sewer District vehicles for the transportation of equipment and tools.
• Participates in the Preventive and Predictive Maintenance Program of Sewer District facilities, including the lubrication and inspection of mechanical, electrical and instrumentation equipment.
• Assists and performs troubleshooting and analysis of faulty equipment.
• Utilizes the computerized maintenance management system and other software applications to input and retrieve information.

Essential Functions

Works with others in the installation, modification, maintenance and repair of Sewer District mechanical, electrical, electronic, pneumatic, hydraulic, and other recording, telemetering and instrumentation devices and equipment. Performs any combination of, but not limited to the following duties according to specific departmental guidelines:

• Assists in and performs mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation work such as installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, modifying, calibrating, and repairing of pumps, motors, motor control centers, motor starters, generators, variable frequency drives (VFDs), actuators, valves, uninterruptible power supplies (UPSs), various other instrumentation with associated control loops and other telecommunications, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electronic and microprocessor-based related equipment.
• Assists with plumbing, pipefitting, grinding, cutting with torch, welding, installing electrical conduits, pulling wiring, minor fabrication and painting of equipment and process piping.
• Operates Sewer District vehicles for the transportation of equipment and tools.
• Participates in the Preventive and Predictive Maintenance Program of Sewer District facilities, including the lubrication and inspection of mechanical, electrical and instrumentation equipment.
• Assists and performs troubleshooting and analysis of faulty equipment.
• Utilizes the computerized maintenance management system and other software applications to input and retrieve information.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Education: High school diploma, GED or state recognized equivalent.
• Experience: Five (5) years of industrial (a combination of mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and/or welding) maintenance experience or related military experience and training. Successful completion of an accredited trade school in the mechanical, electrical, or instrumentation disciplines may be substituted for work experience.
• Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license with a driving record in accordance with the Sewer District’s acceptable guidelines. A certificate of completion from an Industrial Machinery (Mechanic, Electrician, Instrument Technician) or Millwright (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation) registered apprenticeship program approved by the Department of Labor is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge: Basic knowledge and skills in mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation trades, including inspection and record keeping. Knowledge of lubrication, application and a working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of work is required.
• Skills: Ability to read and interpret schematic diagrams, blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to successfully complete proficiency tests in basic writing, math, reading and communication and other job-related subjects. Ability to successfully complete assessments to demonstrate aptitude in instrumentation, electrical, mechanical, or other job-related subjects as required. Ability to follow verbal, written, and diagrammatic instructions. Ability to make critical judgments and decisions based on interpretation of data. Ability to use a variety of hand, power tools, electrical equipment and electrical instruments.
• Abilities: Ability to analyze, comprehend, interpret, coordinate, and negotiate. Ability to interact and communicate while exhibiting strong decision-making skills, general intelligence, numerical intelligence, organizational skills, problem solving skills, task performance skills and resiliency is required.

Physical Requirements

• Physical work will need to be performed, such as standing, walking, driving, heavy equipment operation, sitting, climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, squatting, crouching, crawling, reaching, typing, talking, feeling, simple grasping, power grasping, and fine manipulation.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 60 lbs. on an occasional basis may be necessary.
• Lifting over 40 lbs. should be completed with assistance.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive employee benefits package including Health Insurance Coverage, Various Retirement Planning Options (Ohio Public Employee Retirement System and Deferred Compensation Plans), Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Free Parking at our facilities, Corporate Discounts, and more! We also have an active Health & Wellness Program that promotes a life/work balance.