About this opportunity
City of Houston lists this Senior Utility Mechanic/ Drinking Water Operations opportunity in houston, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position Overview
Applications Accepted from: All Persons Interested
Service Line/Section: Houston Water/Drinking Water Operations
Location: Various*
Workdays & Hours: Mon - Fri; 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.*
Subject to change*
Description Of Duties/Essential Function
Performs skilled mechanical duties in the maintenance of water systems and facilities.
Performs inspections, preventive maintenance, lubrications and repairs on rotating equipment, piping, pumps, motors, blowers, compressors, valves, lines, water systems, facilities, and equipment.
Maintains and repairs equipment and tools used to perform responsibilities.
Collects and catalogs data on installed equipment.
Makes service calls to maintain and repair equipment and install equipment identification tags.
Reports unsafe conditions and equipment to proper authorities. Keeps records of service calls, maintenance and repair work.
May be required to drive a City vehicle and maintain vehicle maintenance and mileage records.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position involves considerable physical exertion, such as regular climbing of ladders, lifting heavy objects (up to 80 pounds) on a highly frequent basis and/or assuming awkward position for long periods of time.
This is a Department of Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier 1 Level.
Minimum Requirements
Knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation and mathematical functions as might be acquired through specialized training of up to nine months of education or training beyond the high school level. May require simple vocational competence in the operation of mechanical or electronic equipment.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Three (3) years of building or mechanical maintenance are required, or one (1) year as an operator trainee and two (2) years in building or mechanical maintenance.
Substitution
One (1) year of directly related college or vocational education may be substituted for up to one year of work experience.
License Requirements
Requires a valid Driver License and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving (AP 2-2).
PREFERENCES
Preference will be given to candidates with training and experience in the corrective and preventive maintenance programs related to equipment such as centrifugal pump maintenance, motors, air compressors, piping, blowers, valves, and hydraulic equipment.
*Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**
GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED:
None
However, the department may administer a skill assessment evaluation.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION:
Yes
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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Worksite address
houston, TX, 77246, US
Who can apply
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