Utilities Field Mechanic
Company: City of Moline
Location: Moline
Posted on: May 5, 2022
Job Description:
Utilities Field Mechanic Application Deadline: April 29, 2022
Hours: Monday Friday, 7:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. Rate of Pay: $25.4698
Hourly Characteristics of the Job Under general supervision,
performs skilled work in the installation, operation, repair and
maintenance of water or sewer conveyance systems. Exercises
independent judgment in determining work methods after receiving
written or oral instructions. May provide leadership to field work
crews. Examples of Duties
- Complete system repairs in accordance
with standard operating procedures designed to protect the
integrity and public safety of the water supply and/or sewer
system; determines chlorine residual and collects water samples for
bacteriological examination when distribution work is
completed.Respond to emergency call-outs to inspect, maintain or
repair water or sewer systems, pumping stations and to eliminate
malfunctions and safety hazards. Other emergencies requiring
response include (but not limited to) flood mitigation, snow and
ice control, and storm damage.Perform leak detection using various
techniques including specialized electronic listening devices and
leak correlation equipment.Perform field locates of underground
water, sanitary/storm sewers and city owned electric/traffic
utilities using maps, plans, records and specialized electronic
detection equipment. May use personal or lap-top computer to access
distribution system GIS maps and databasesOperate excavation
equipment, loaders, dump trucks, pumps, utility trucks, vacuum
trucks, valve operators and hand and power tools.Install, repair
and maintain service lines, curb, corporation and main line valves
and water mains. Install, repair and maintain fire hydrants,
including performance of hydrant flushing and flow testing. Repair
sanitary and storm sewers as needed.Inspect, pressure test and
disinfect new water main construction.Follow required work safety
procedures, including traffic control, excavation safety and
confined space entry.Perform a variety of tasks, including
cleaning, inspection and repairs to the sewer conveyance systems in
accordance with standard operating procedures designed to protect
from pollution of public and private property.Document work
activities in a variety of hard copy and digital record systems and
promote communication and information flow.Other duties may be
assigned. Training and Experience High school diploma or GED
equivalent, supplemented by college or vocational course work in
water distribution, sewer collection, and treatment or construction
technology; two (2) years experience in mechanical maintenance work
involving plumbing and mechanical repair and the installation,
maintenance and repair of water or sewer mains, services or
laterals, fire hydrants and related appurtenances; or any
equivalent combination of training and experience which provides
the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Knowledge, Skills and
Abilities Knowledge of the chemical, hydrological, biological and
physical sciences essential to the practical mechanics of chemical
feeding and disinfection, pumping, storage and distribution in a
manner which provides safe, potable water for human consumption;
applicable occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions;
and specific knowledge of public health hazards associated with the
distribution of water. Skill in performing plumbing and underground
construction work; the use of and the care of hand tools and
powered equipment; the safe operation of excavation equipment,
sewer jet/vacuum trucks, sewer camera equipment, and wheeled
loaders; the reading of plans, shop drawings and maps; the use of
personal computers in stationary and mobile network environments
using software applications including, but not limited to, Arc Map
GIS, Lucity Work, and Microsoft Office; and excellent skill in the
use of electronic locating and leak detection equipment and
methods. Ability to interpret and work from sketches, plans and
diagrams; understand and follow oral and written instructions;
respond effectively to inquiries or complaints; establish and
maintain effective working relationships with other employees,
officials and the general public. Certificates, Licenses,
Registrations
- Valid Illinois Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A) with
air brakes and tanker endorsements, or equivalent, within 60 days
of hire.
- Valid Illinois Collection System Operator Certificate within
twelve (12) months of hire.
- Valid Illinois Class C Water Supply Operator Certificate
preferred. 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 the job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of
this job, employee is required to stand and sit; use hands and
fingers to handle, feel and make fine adjustments; reach with hands
and arms; climb and balance; stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl. The
employee will frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and will
rarely lift/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities
required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color
vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work is
performed under varied weather conditions. Residency Requirement
AFSCME employees shall live within a 20-mile radius from the City s
Emergency Center, located at 1630 8th Avenue in Moline, within 180
days of hire. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERCity of Moline
Keywords: City of Moline, Moline , Utilities Field Mechanic, Other , Moline, Illinois
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