Job Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma Department:
Public Works, Water Pollution Control, Haikey Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant / Labor and Trade
Description:
Under general supervision is responsible for highly skilled maintenance work involving the operation, installation and maintenance of various water or wastewater treatment plant mechanical systems and related facilities, and other related assigned duties.
Pay Grade: LT-19 / Beginning Salary: $16.89
Essential Job Functions:
Performs skilled maintenance repairs, pipe fitting, welding, carpentry, electrical, plumbing and painting required in the maintenance of a water or wastewater treatment plant;
Performs electrical, plumbing, carpentry and mechanical repairs at the journeyman level;
Acts as a working leads person over a small group of Plant Mechanics I's, II's, and others;
Operates and maintains HVAC control system;
Engages in various maintenance and repair activities;
Repairs plant equipment, including pipings, fittings, valves, compressors, pumps, engine generators, boilers, motors, chemical feed systems and other specialty trade work;
Operates and maintains a variety of light to heavy automotive and industrial equipment, hand tools, and equipment common to the skilled trades.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from high school or possession of a General Educational Development Certificate (GED) and five (5) years of experience in mechanical maintenance work and/or related training; some positions within this classification require training in the operation of HVAC systems and control methods and at least one (1) year of operating experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience per Personnel Policies and Procedures, Section 128. Refer to the Plant Mechanic progression criterion document for additional requirements.
Good knowledge of the materials, methods, tools, and techniques commonly used in the repair and maintenance of a water or wastewater treatment plant; good knowledge of general plumbing, electrical, welding and equipment maintenance work; good knowledge of basic D.C. and A.C. circuitry analysis; and good knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the work. Ability to lead a small crew performing a variety of maintenance or construction tasks; ability to understand written and verbal instructions; ability to prepare reports; and the ability to understand and influence the behavior of others within the organization, customers, or the public in order to achieve job objectives and cause action or understanding.
Physical Requirements:
Physical requirements include frequent walking and standing; frequent lifting up to 20 pounds with occasional lifting up to 60 pounds; frequent carrying up to 50 pounds with occasional carrying up to 60 pounds; occasional pushing and pulling up to 60 pounds; frequent reaching, balancing, kneeling, bending, handling, feeling, climbing, smelling and twisting; occasional crawling; and vision, speech and hearing sufficient to perform essential tasks.
Licenses and Certificates:
Some classifications require possession of a valid Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL); possession of a Freon Recovery Certificate, technical 1-2; possession of an applicable Class "C" Water/Wastewater License as issued by the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ); possession of a Third Class Operating Engineer's License, plus either a Plumbing License, a Mechanical Journeyman's License or an Electrical License as issued by the State of Oklahoma or possession of an Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification as specified in the Plant Mechanic Progression Criterion document (in some positions).
Working Environment:
Working environment is primarily indoors, occasionally outdoors and in inclement weather. May be exposed to the following: hazardous materials, flammable liquids, confined spaces, cramped work areas, heights, high voltage, deep water, high pressure steam, air, water and hydraulic line breaks; excessive dust, weather/temperature extremes, trench excavations, underground gas/electric/petroleum lines, rough terrains, cutting/chipping/grinding, hazardous/toxic atmospheres, sewage, damp/wet surfaces, snow/ice covered surfaces, insect bites, poisonous plants, toxic fumes/vapors/odors, confined spaces, compressed gases, high noise areas; and may be required to work overtime and be on 24 hour standby. Hours: 7:00-3:30, Monday – Friday.
How To Apply:
City of Tulsa
200 Civic Center, Rm 105
Tulsa, OK 74103
