Maintenance Mechanic I

Perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the maintenance and repair of a variety of process systems at the Wastewater Treatment Facility and sewage lift stations and provide maintenance assistance to other City departments and divisions as requested.

Display honest, trustworthy, and ethical behavior when dealing with internal and external customers.

Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Regular attendance that is punctual and dependable is required.

Install, align, dismantle and move stationary industrial machinery equipment, such as pumps, fans, motors, gear boxes and other equipment according to layout plans using hand and power tools.

Perform preventive maintenance and repair of wastewater plant and lift station equipment including: hydraulic systems, pumping systems, pneumatic systems and various types of mechanical systems.

Inspect plant facilities and lift stations to ensure correct and efficient working conditions.

Weld and fabricate parts and equipment necessary to maintain and repair plant and lift station machinery and equipment; assist with electrical and vehicle repairs.

Maintain inventory of tools and equipment necessary to perform maintenance and repair activities; request parts necessary to perform maintenance and repairs.

Maintain various records of maintenance and repair activities.

Remove snow and ice as assigned.

Clean and maintain plant facilities and grounds including painting, mowing, and repair of irrigation systems.

Assist in the dewatering and composting operations.

Assist in the collection system maintenance as needed.

Operate and maintain construction and maintenance equipment such as trucks, tractors, and loaders for a variety of construction and maintenance projects at the facility.

May assist in other sections of the department as necessary.

Be on call after hours as assigned and as required.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of record keeping and report preparation.

All working components of the treatment plant and their proper working order.

Advanced mechanical and plumbing practices.

Operation of various technical plant related equipment and tools.

Basic mathematical principles.

Basic electrical principles.

Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.

Safe work practices.

Ability to:

Understand and use basic computer software and asset management software pertinent to Wastewater Treatment Facilities and/or sewage lift stations. 

Apply basic mechanical formulas used in the maintenance division.

Perform responsible maintenance activities on power generation equipment.

Perform a variety of mechanical maintenance and repair activities on a wide range of industrial equipment.

Maintain safe and efficient operation of wastewater treatment plants and lift stations.

Avoid damage to equipment during the installation, operation, maintenance and repair of equipment.

Operate a variety of plant machinery, equipment and tools relative to maintenance and repair activities including trucks, tractors, welders, cutting torches and grounds maintenance equipment.

Perform maintenance and repair activities including welding of parts and equipment.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Interpret and apply pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

One to two years of experience comparable to that of a Maintenance Mechanic I in the City of Grand Island.

Training:

Completion of the twelfth grade or equivalent, supplemented by specialized training in industrial maintenance and repair or a related field.

License or Certification:

Employee must possess a valid driver's license and maintain insurability as determined by the City's insurance carrier. Click here to view our driver eligibility requirements.  

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a State of Nebraska Class II Wastewater certificate within 12 months of hire.

Working Hours:

Monday-Thursday: 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Friday: 7 a.m.-11 a.m.

Salary:

Position will start at the entry level of the City's salary table.  Consideration may be given if experience exceeds entry level qualifications.

Other:

Candidates are subject to a background check.