Lift Station Mechanic

JOB REQUIREMENTS: POSITION PURPOSE: The purpose of this position is to

perform maintenance in the daily inspection, preventative maintenance,

and repair of the mechanical and electrical equipment at the lift

stations. Position\'s work week consists of Monday through Friday, 7:00

• m. to 3:00 p.m. Lift station mechanics are required to be in a

rotation for emergency stand-by calls. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: The following

duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as

exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Exercise valves, maintains and repairs lift station motors, pumps,

meters, generators and other major mechanical, electrical and hydraulic

units of equipment, and physical structure in accordance with blueprints

or manuals. Dismantles machinery or equipment to gain access to

defective parts and repairs or replaces them using various tools. Cleans

and lubricates equipment according to the manufacture\'s

recommendations. Inspects each station as required, reads flow meters

and gauges, generator run hours, electric meters, and records them. Must

be able to interpret status of station. Puts holding tanks in and out of

service in high flow or maintenance situations. Performs preventative

maintenance on lift station equipment and keeps records of work done on

equipment. Performs general station maintenance to keep stations in neat

and orderly fashion. Works in conjunction with the sewer cleaning crew

and plant staff to identify abnormal and high flow situations, as well

as causes for lift station alarms and malfunctions. Navigates a computer

screen, and interprets SCADA system and GIS data. Works with

computerized maintenance program work orders and updating of computer

information. Must become familiar with The Capacity, Management,

Operations and Maintenance Program (CMOM), and understand the

ramifications of a by-pass in the collection system. Must become

familiar with the Racine collection system and safety sites. Sets up

6-inch portable pumps and generators. Plumbing and welding, as required.

Trained in confined space entry regulations and is able to make entries.

Adheres to all Racine Wastewater Utility safety procedures as well as

Utility work and safety rules. PHYSICAL AND MENTAL ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Language and Interpersonal Communication: Ability to utilize, interpret,

and apply a variety of advisory data and information such as

instructional pamphlets, blueprints, line diagrams, meters, gauges,

operation and maintenance manuals, charts, and graphs. Ability to

communicate orally and in writing with varied and diverse contacts, such

as utility personnel, vendor representatives, and the general public.

Ability to understand and follow specific written and oral instructions;

and perform duties with minimum direct supervision. Ability to

professionally represent the utility in response to emergencies.

Judgement and Situational Reasoning: Ability to apply rational and

ethical judgment, tact, courtesy, and diplomacy when dealing with

utility personnel, public customers, contractors, and vendors. Physical

Requirements: Must have good dexterity with ability to hand operate

power equipment and tools. Ability to exert strenuous physical effort to

lift and carry objects up to 50 lbs., typically involving some

combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, lifting,

carrying, pushing and pulling. Twisting and crouching and working at odd

angles is required. Ability to read meters, gauges, and computer

screens; and ability to interpret sound and odor. Must have good

dexterity and be in good physical condition with ability to enter

confined spaces. Work well under pressure; the position can be extremely

demanding during high flow conditions, with ability to work longer than

an eight-hour day and the requirement to be rotated on call during off

hours including nights, weekends, and holidays. Ability to wear personal

prote tive equipment, such as goggles, face shields, gloves, boots,

steel-toed shoes, masks, respirators, and ear plugs or ear muffs. Work

Environment and Conditions: Ability to work outdoors under severe

weather conditions; hot and cold; rain, snow, sleet, wind, and sun.

Ability to walk extensively, often while carrying tools and supplies.

Ability to work in a standing position for long stretches of time, and

ability to work in cramped spaces. Ability to work in less than

desirable conditions (such as sewers, wet wells, siphon chambers,

tunnels, and basins) under potentially moderately unsafe and

uncomfortable conditions, where exposure to environmental factors such

as odors, dampness, chemicals, noise, pathogenic organisms, electrical

currents, and/or dusts can cause a risk of injury; step and ladder

climbing with fall hazards, slip and trip hazards, and large water

basins with fall and drowning risk. EQUIPMENT USED: Hand tools, power

tools, welder, hoists, gas torch, power washer, steam cleaner, fire

hoses, shovels, snow blowers, power vehicles, Bobcat, fork lift, hoists,

step ladders, extension ladders, hydraulic lifts, electronic diagnostic

equipment, manhole cover removing device, confined space entry

equipment, gas detector, computers, lifting equipment/crane, and

miscellaneous tools and equipment. Software technology used may include

maintenance software, Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Antero Maintenance

Tracking Software, City Works, GIS, Time Management Software (TMS);

other software may be applied. This job description is intended to

identify essential duties and also illustrates other types of duties

that may be assigned. It should not be interpreted as describing all of

the duties that will be required of an employee or be used to limit the

nature and extent of assignments that an individual is required to

perform. In addition to the responsibilities and duties listed, it is

expected that employees maintain a consistent and reliable attendance

record. Job descriptions are subject to revision at any time at the

discretion of the Utility or City of Racine. The City of Racine is an

Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with

Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to

qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective

and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the

employer. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: MINIMUM

QUALIFICATIONS: High School graduation, or GED equivalent. 5 years of

prior verifiable professional mechanical experience working with pumps,

compressors, blowers, or engines in an area related to industrial plant

or commercial automotive maintenance; or a combination of years and

education is preferred. Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

Collection Systems Subgrade (SS) certification is required within 1 year

of hire. Good computer skills, including working knowledge of SCADA

systems, City Works, and GIS software. A valid state-issued motor

vehicle operating license and Class B CDL with a tanker endorsement is

required within 6 months. PREFERRED QUAILIFICATIONS: Mechanical training

and certification in HVAC, pipefitting or electro-mechanical technology

is a plus. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to apply good work

practices by planning work and utilizing materials efficiently. Ability

to plow snow and perform landscape duties. Skill in analyzing,

diagnosing, correcting mechanical failures and defects; including a

working knowledge of mechanical functions, principles and techniques.

Must have good mechanical aptitude, verifiable by past work experience.

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