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WASTEWATER TREATMENT MECHANIC 5614 (C) (REVISED 07-07-2022)

City of Los Angeles · Los Angeles, CA · 2 mo ago
Engineering$110k/yrFull-time

About the role

A Wastewater Treatment Mechanic performs a variety of skilled tasks in maintaining, overhauling and assembling mechanical equipment and auxiliaries associated with combustion equipment, boilers, cryogenic equipment, large diesel engines, pumps, compressors, barscreens, collectors, clarifiers, centrifuges, conveyors, heat exchangers, emissions control equipment, and other equipment found in a wastewater treatment plant or a wastewater collection system.

Responsibilities

  • Performs a variety of skilled tasks in maintaining, overhauling and assembling mechanical equipment and auxiliaries associated with combustion equipment, boilers, cryogenic equipment, large diesel engines, pumps, compressors, barscreens, collectors, clarifiers, centrifuges, conveyors, heat exchangers, emissions control equipment, and other equipment found in a wastewater treatment plant or a wastewater collection system.
  • Performs the more difficult and skilled mechanical work with limited supervisory responsibility over a small crew.

Requirements

  • Two years of full-time paid experience as a Mechanical Repairer or Steam Plant Assistant with the City of Los Angeles in the repair of diesel equipment or wastewater equipment.
  • Two years of full-time paid experience as a millwright or machinist repairing diesel or wastewater equipment in an industrial facility.
  • Four years of full-time paid experience assisting in the repair and maintenance of mechanical equipment, or performance of semi-skilled manual tasks in construction and repair activities.
  • One year of this experience must be assisting in the maintenance and repair of wastewater equipment.

Qualifications

  • Valid California Class A or B driver’s license and valid medical certificate approved by the State of California Department of Motor Vehicles prior to appointment.
  • Candidates may not be eligible for appointment to these positions if their record within the last 36 months reflects three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents, or a conviction of a major moving violation (such as DUI).
  • Candidates will be asked to submit a commercial driving history in accordance with the California Department of Motor Vehicles CVC Section 1808.1 prior to appointment.

Skills

  • Knowledge of Cal/OSHA regulations and safety principles and practices related to personal protective equipment (PPE) and other safety equipment.
  • Knowledge of equipment, such as blowers, compressors, pumps, and auxiliaries, including gear reducers, lubrication, and fasteners.
  • Knowledge of hand and power tools, such as impact wrenches, drivers and drills.
  • Knowledge of equipment, such as dial indicators, laser alignment, and pneumatic tools.
  • Knowledge of methods of repair and overhaul of water reclamation equipment, such as gas and air-compressor units, pumps, gear drivers, and boiler auxiliary equipment.
  • Terminology commonly used in mechanical repair work related to alignment, tolerances, output, and pump.
  • Knowledge of common problems encountered related to wastewater equipment, such as abnormal temperatures and noises and mechanical issues, including a pump with low flow, no flow, or cavitation.

Benefits

Note: This examination is based on a validation study and as provided by Civil Service Commission Rule 4.20, the multiple-choice test will not be subject to candidate inspection. Additional job analysis information can be obtained by going to https://per.lacity.org/jobs/job-analyses.cfm and clicking on Competencies under Wastewater Treatment Mechanic.

Pay

ANNUAL SALARY $110,100 (flat-rated)

Schedule

Not specified

Pay

ANNUAL SALARY $110,100 (flat-rated)

Benefits

Note: This examination is based on a validation study and as provided by Civil Service Commission Rule 4.20, the multiple-choice test will not be subject to candidate inspection. Additional job analysis information can be obtained by going to https://per.lacity.org/jobs/job-analyses.cfm and clicking on Competencies under Wastewater Treatment Mechanic.

Application

Applications will only be accepted on-line on the dates listed in the "Application Deadline" section of this bulletin. When you are viewing the on-line job bulletin of your choice, simply scroll to the top of the page and select the “Apply” icon. On-line job bulletins are also available at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacity.

Selection Process

  • Examination Weight: Multiple-Choice . . . . . 100%
  • The examination will consist of a weighted multiple-choice test administered and proctored on-line.
  • In the on-line multiple-choice test, the following competencies may be evaluated: Reading Comprehension; Judgment and Decision Making; Teamwork; Safety Focus, including knowledge of: Cal/OSHA regulations and safety principles and practices related to personal protective equipment (PPE) and other safety equipment; the safe operation and maintenance of tools and equipment; equipment isolation procedures, such as Lockout/Tag-out/Block-out, identification and isolation of hazardous energy sources, and ensuring machinery is rendered inoperative prior to maintenance; Equipment Operation, including knowledge of: blowers, compressors, pumps, and auxiliaries, including gear reducers, lubrication, and fasteners; hand and power tools, such as impact wrenches, drivers and drills; equipment, such as dial indicators, laser alignment, and pneumatic tools; Mechanical Aptitude, including knowledge of: methods of repair and overhaul of water reclamation equipment, such as gas and air-compressor units, pumps, gear drivers, and boiler auxiliary equipment; terminology commonly used in mechanical repair work related to alignment, tolerances, output, and pump; common problems encountered related to wastewater equipment, such as abnormal temperatures and noises and mechanical issues, including a pump with low flow, no flow, or cavitation; and other necessary skills, knowledge, and abilities.

FAQs

Due to COVID-19 and social distancing requirements, only candidates who demonstrate a hardship may be offered the option to take the multiple-choice test onsite at a City facility.

Disability Accommodations

To request a disability accommodation, please complete the Disability Accommodation Form within 14 calendar days of the submittal of the City application. The Disability Accommodation Form can be obtained at http://per.lacity.org/exams/verify_disability.pdf.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, creed, color, ancestry, medical condition (cancer), or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome.

Notice

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