Utility Maintenance Mechanic I

Position Summary

Assists with basic maintenance, preventive maintenance and repair of various mechanical equipment and systems, appliances and other related Service Authority structures and systems.

Position Responsibilities / Essential Job Functions

• Assists senior mechanics with gathering and setting up mechanical maintenance materials and with general installation, maintenance and repair of various equipment and systems (i.e., pumps, piping, chemical feed systems, blowers, generators, etc.).
• Provides preventive maintenance assistance such as visual inspections; packing; adjusting; lubing; checking bolts, alarms, fluids (oil, coolant, fuel, etc.); cleaning/changing filters; disabling chargers; etc.
• Assists with general equipment installation.
• Assesses SA buildings for problems and assists with general maintenance and repairs (such as leaks, broken windows, etc.).
• Identifies common faulty mechanical equipment and/or system problems.
• Works closely with other Mechanics on daily work assignments, projects and tasks.
• Writes general notes regarding daily maintenance work using the CMMS system and responds to emails.
• Utilizes appropriate safety precautions as required (i.e., safety glasses, ear protection, hard hat, etc.).
• Transfers chemicals as needed.
• May be deemed essential at any time.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Possess basic mechanical maintenance knowledge.
• Ability to learn, retain and apply basic mechanical maintenance knowledge/procedures and safety requirements/PPE to successfully work on various equipment and systems.
• Ability to read, follow and comprehend equipment manuals, SOPs, SMPs, MSDS, SDS and basic mathematical instructions; and to learn and recognize the applications of new materials.
• Ability to follow and accept verbal direction and guidance from senior mechanics and work as a member of a team on daily assignments and projects.
• Possess effective verbal communication and clear, legible and accurate writing skills.
• Possess knowledge and ability to select and work with general, construction and metric tools.
• Possess a basic understanding of math in order to mix and apply liquids to equipment.
• Ability to visually inspect mechanical equipment and assess for basic mechanical problems.
• Possess basic keyboarding skills and be able to comfortably work with technology and computers.
• Ability to work on-call on a rotating basis.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Or combination of education and experience as described above.

• Possess at least one year of experience working in the mechanical repair trade.
• Possess a valid American Welding Society certification or equivalent (ESWR only)
• Possess a valid Virginia Backflow Prevention Device Worker certification (ESWR only)

O&M and ESWR:

• Valid Forklift Operators Certification or obtain within 90 days of appointment.

O&M ONLY:

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with Tanker endorsement, or acquired 120 days after employment. Must also pass an air brakes knowledge test.
• Valid Medical Examiner's Card (DOT Physical) or obtain within 120 days of employment.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license consistent with Service Authority policy requirements.

• None

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• The physical demands of this position are available upon request. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The qualifications listed above are intended to represent the minimum skills and experience levels
associated with performing the duties and responsibilities contained in this job description. The qualifications do not express absolute employment or promotional standards. They are general guidelines that should be considered along with the job related selection or promotional criteria.