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JOB DE SCRIPTION MAINTENANCE MECHANIC
(WASTEWATER)
PUBLIC WORKS Human Resources Department
700 Town Center Drive, Suite 200
Newport News, VA 23606
NEWPORT NEWS, VA Phone: (757) 926-1800
CITY OF OPPORTUNITY Fax: (757) 926-1825
GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Under general supervision, this position is responsible for routine work in the installation,
maintenance and repair of sewer and storm water pump stations. Reports to the Operations
Superintendent.
There are two (2) levels of Maintenance Mechanic distinguished by the level of work performed and
the qualifications of the employee.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Assists with troubleshooting, performing and maintaining maintenance to pipes, pumps, valves, air
compressors, gauges, pressurized piping systems, pump stations to including lubricating bearings,
repairing drive shafts, replacing oil and mechanical seals, painting and cleaning stations and setting
impeller clearances.
Assists with performing shielded metallic arc welding, wire welding and acetylene and oxygen
burning; assists with welds and fabricates parts and tools.
Performs preventive maintenance at pump stations to include cleaning pump stations, changing
bulbs, and maintaining the station and grounds.
Operates utility body trucks, portable by-pass pumps, valve and welding machines, drill presses,
grinders and precision instruments such as calipers, feeler gauges and micrometers.
Performs other duties as assigned.
PERFORMANCE STANDARD
Employees at all levels are expected to effectively work together to meet the needs of the community
and the organization through work behaviors demonstrating the City’s Values. Employees are also
expected to lead by example and demonstrate the highest level of ethics.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE
- Maintenance – Knowledge of the methods, tools, and equipment used in the repair of structures,
mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic systems and process equipment to include procedures for
diagnosing malfunctions as well as the operation and maintenance of assigned vehicles or
equipment.
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- Customer Service – Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service. This
satisfaction.
- Safety – Some knowledge of current and accepted safety practices and principles to include
REQUIRED SKILLS
- Interpersonal Relationships – Develops and maintains cooperative and professional relationships
- Judgement/Decision Making – Uses logic and reasoning to understand, analyze, and evaluate
situations; anticipates, identifies and evaluates potentially dangerous, unusual or deviating
situations.
REQUIRED ABILITIES
- Engine Repair – Utilizes a variety of shop tools and equipment to perform routine repair work of
- Communication – Excellent ability to communicate complex ideas and proposals effectively so
- Time Management - Plans and organizes daily work routine. Estimates expected time of
completion of elements of work and establishes a personal schedule accordingly. Implements
work activities in accordance with priorities and estimated schedules.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Maintenance Mechanic I – Requires a high school diploma and 1-2 years of related experience or an
equivalent combination of education and experience.
Maintenance Mechanic II - Requires a high school diploma and 3-5 years of related experience or an
equivalent combination of education and experience.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Requires satisfactory results from a pre- employment medical evaluation.
Must successfully complete the required National Incident Management System (NIMS) Incident
Command System Certifications within one year of employment.
The job is considered Essential Personnel and will be required to work during and following natural
disasters and emergency situations.
Must provide and maintain a full set of hand tools and locking toolbox.
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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Tasks require the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on
- Some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying,
- May occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds).
SENSORY REQUIREMENTS
- Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds, depth, texture, and visual cues
- Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURES
Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such
as dirt, dust, temperature and noise extremes, vibrations, machinery, hazardous materials, or traffic
hazards.
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