What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utilities Treatment Plants Mechanic I #2025-063 position at City of Pompano Beach?
This essential role involves advanced mechanical work related to the operation, maintenance, and repair of water and wastewater equipment. Responsibilities include inspecting and repairing pumps, motors, generators, and engines; performing preventive maintenance; keeping detailed repair logs; and ensuring asset reliability. This is an essential position; the incumbent will be required to rotate "call duty", support emergency response, and promote safety, ethical behavior, and excellent customer service. Needs to have an intellectual curiosity and a desire to find answers. Performs related work as required.
- Inspect, maintain, and repair pumps, motors, engines, and electrical systems.
- Diagnose operational issues and make necessary adjustments or replacements.
- Coordinate with vendors and parts suppliers.
- Maintain detailed inspection and maintenance records.
- Support asset management and preventive maintenance programs.
- Respond to emergencies and work extended hours during disasters.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Two years’ experience in mechanical repair of electrical motors, pumps, compressors, and related equipment.
- Experience in operating and driving automotive and other motorized construction/maintenance equipment
- Experience in the operation and maintenance of wastewater pumping facility and related equipment
- Skilled in mechanical work on underground utilities.
- Valid Class “B” CDL with tanker and air brake endorsements (prior to application).
- FWPCOA Wastewater Collection “C” Certificate (prior to application).
- Lean Six Sigma White Belt (to be obtained within first year).
- Strong communication skills in English (verbal and written).
- Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and GIS mapping systems and paper maps.
- OSHA confined space training completed.
- Must comply with OSHA standards as they apply to facial hair and respirators.
- Able to pass medical testing for respirator and SCBA use.
A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with:
- Asset management systems
- Data Flow SCADA
- Automotive/construction equipment
- Wastewater pumping facility operations
- Mechanical aptitude and skilled use of tools.
- Ability to read and follow instructions and technical documents.
- Professional and collaborative demeanor.
- Comfortable working outdoors in varying environmental conditions.
- Physically able to lift 50 lbs regularly, and up to 75 lbs occasionally.
Work Days/Hours : Monday – Thursday, 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Job Status: (X) Full time ( ) Part time/temporary
Department/Number: Utilities/Wastewater Pumping/3510 Pay Plan/Grade: 42/20
Position is open until filled.The City of Pompano Beach welcomes everyone who would like to become a member of our team and who wants to “Do Good”. The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, religion, genetic information, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, familial status, or other circumstances and characteristics protected by state or federal law. The City promotes diversity of culture, background, thought, and ideas. The City strives to make inclusion a part of everything we do and strives for a work environment that creates a sense of belonging for everyone.
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Salary : $49,419 - $69,536
