Wastewater System Mechanic Apprentice

Salary : $34,923.20 Annually

Location : 402 Municipal Drive Lubbock, TX

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : W721-6411

Department : Water Utilities and Public Works

Division : 6411 - Wastewater Treatment

Opening Date : 10 / 26 / 2024

Closing Date : 11 / 8 / 2024 5 : 00 PM Central

Summary

Assists in repair, installation, and preventive maintenance of heavy industrial equipment such as large pumps, valves, and compressors.

Essential Functions

• Disassemble, clean, replace parts, and assemble heavy industrial equipment typically found in waterworks systems including pumps, valves, motors, and compressors;
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspect equipment for proper operation or signs of malfunction. Use electronic test equipment to collect machine data such as vibration and shaft alignment;
• Obtain parts and supplies as necessary to complete repairs;
• Assist mechanic in installation of new equipment or repair of existing equipment;
• Assist in documentation of work orders and contacting vendors;
• Check pumps periodically for leaks;
• Perform related duties as directed.

Qualifications

Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent with an additional one year experience in maintenance and / or repair of heavy stationary equipment;

or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following :

Valid Current Driver's License

Physical Exam Required

Requires employee to be clean-shaven

Critical Infrastructure : This position has been determined to have close contact with, or control of Critical Infrastructure components.

This position is subject to extensive background checks and random drug screening.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of :

Principles and methods of mechanical repair.

Ability to :

• Use a variety of power, pneumatic, and hand tools;
• Properly use safety equipment such as gas detectors and breathing
• apparatus;
• Drive a forklift;
• Handle tools, repair parts, etc.;
• Perform hard physical labor around sewage.

Physical Requirements :

• Frequently lift and carry and lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift up to 100 pounds;
• Frequently stand and walk during the shift;
• Frequently climb ladders, stairs and inclined surfaces;
• Frequently pull and push objects;
• Frequently flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees;
• Frequently rotate upper trunk to the right and left while sitting and standing;
• Place arms above, at or below shoulder height;
• Coordinate eye, hand and foot movement in order to operate a vehicle;
• Frequently bend and kneel while working on equipment;
• Move body in a crawling motion.

The City of Lubbock provides a comprehensive, cost effective, health and welfare package. To view the employee benefits click

Do you have a high school diploma or the equivalent?

Do you have one year experience in maintenance and / or repair of heavy stationary equipment?

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