Mechanical & Electrical Maintenance Worker II/III

Corte Madera CA

Description

Mechanical & Electrical Worker II or III OPEN TO ALL APPLICANTS Salary: Mechanical & Electrical Worker II $7,128- $8,541/per month* Mechanical & Electrical Worker III $7,461- $9,055/per month* *A COLA salary adjustment is anticipated July 1, 2021 to: Mechanical & Electrical Worker II $7,271- $8,712/per month Mechanical & Electrical Worker III $7,610- $9,236/per month Filing deadline: Wednesday, 7/7/2021 by 4:30 p.m. for manual submissions; 5:00 p.m. for online submissions Posted: 6/16/2021 PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY ON CALOPPS.ORG (LINK BELOW) POSITION OVERVIEW The Mechanical & Electrical Department of the Operations Division is recruiting for one regular, full-time Mechanical & Electrical Maintenance Worker II or III. Both levels, under general supervision, perform skilled and semi-skilled work on a variety of mechanical and/or electrical equipment, performs related work as required. This position will be staffed at a level commensurate with the qualifications of the selected individual, and requires an on-site day-to-day presence (non-telecommuting role). DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Mechanical & Electrical Maintenance Worker II: This is the journey level classification in the Mechanical and Electrical Maintenance Worker series. Incumbents in this class perform semiskilled and skilled tasks and operate a variety of equipment and tools within the scope of the classification level. On a training or on emergency basis if competent to perform, the Mechanical and Electrical Maintenance Worker II may perform duties normally assigned to the Mechanical and Electrical Maintenance Worker III. Employees in this classification may advance to the next level of the job series by completing an approved series of text based training courses and demonstrate completed tasks that illustrate competency and proficiency in the core disciplines. Mechanical & Electrical Maintenance Worker III: This is the advanced journey level in the Mechanical and Electrical Maintenance Worker series. Employees in this class perform skilled tasks, and use independent judgment. They operate a variety of equipment and tools. Incumbents are able to work independently and may train others, or perform as lead-workers on specific projects and assignments. On a training or on emergency basis if competent to perform, the Mechanical and Electrical Maintenance Worker III may perform duties normally assigned to the Mechanical and Electrical Worker IV. Employees may advance to the next level in the Mechanical and Electrical Maintenance Worker series by completing by completing an approved series of text based training courses and demonstrate completed tasks that illustrate advanced journey-level competency and proficiency in the core disciplines. Additionally, the employee is also required to pass a written test designed to demonstrate proficiency with the National Electric Code and other advanced journey level skills. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES TYPICAL DUTIES MAY INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING: For Mechanical & Electrical Maintenance Worker II: • Performs routine inspection and maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment; • records readings and findings of pumping plants; • installs and repairs mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment; • performs repairs and adjustments to malfunctioning mechanical and electrical equipment such as, but not limited to: pumps, electric motors, compressors, automatic valves ; • troubleshoots and repairs electrical circuits and related equipment; • dismantles, cleans, lubricates and assembles pumps and motors in shop or in field; • installs new pumping equipment, wiring, valves and controls working from plans and specifications; • inspects pumps and tanks for proper operation; • performs routine inspections and servicing of pumps, tanks and regulators; • installs recording instruments used in gathering data for system studies; • follows applicable safety rules and regulations; • installs and repairs lighting fixtures, receptacles, switches etc.; • may train and direct the work of others. For Mechanical & Electrical Maintenance Worker III: • Performs routine inspection and maintenance to mechanical and electrical equipment; • performs routine inspection and servicing of pumps, tanks and regulators; • records readings and findings of pumping plants; • installs and repairs mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulilc equipment; • performs minor repair and adjustment to malfunctioning parts; • troubleshoots and repairs electrical circuits and related equipment; • dismantles, cleans, lubricates and assembles pumps and motors in shop or in field; • installs new pumping equipment wiring, valves and controls; • inspects pumps and tanks for proper operation; • inspects, adjusts and makes repairs to regulators and relief valves; • repairs malfunctioning parts, such as diaphragms, seats and control pilots; • installs recording instruments used in gathering data for system studies; • keeps records of time, materials and equipment used; • installs conduit and pulls wire for motors, control panels, lighting fixture, ourlets and other related work; • installs power poles, cross-arms, braces and supporting fixtures; • may train and direct the work of others; • follows applicable safety rules and regulations. QUALIFICATIONS For Mechanical & Electrical Maintenance Worker II: Knowledge of: • Terms, practices and procedures common to the mechanical & electrical trades; • applicable codes and safety regulations; • operating principles of various mechanical and electrical diagrams; • tools and equipment used in the repair, maintenance and installation of mechanical and electrical equipment; • operating principals of pumps, motors, regulating valves and other mechanical and electrical equipment used in water treatment and distribution systems; • safe work practices and procedures when working with electrical and mechanical systems; • operation of a personal computer and Microsoft Office software applications. Ability to: • Read and understand engineering plans and mechanical and electrical diagrams; • operate tools and equipment with skill and safety; • work cooperatively with others; • train and direct others; • understand and carry out written and oral instructions; • deal effectively with those contacted in the course of work; • perform physical labor in connection with maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment; • operate a personal computer and software applications related to the work; • drive a vehicle and/or travel to off-site work locations; • work in below ground level confined spaces and using appropriate safety equipment; • work safely with and around hazardous chemicals and electrical equipment; • work from plans and specifications. Training and Experience for Mechanical & Electrical Maintenance Worker II Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: • Completion of the twelfth grade or its equivalent; and, • Two years of experience as a District Mechanical and Electrical Maintenance Worker I, or three years of journey level experience repairing and maintaining mechanical and electrical equipment. For Mechanical & Electrical Maintenance Worker III: Knowledge of: • Methods and tools used in the maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment; • operation of pumps, motors and other mechanical and electrical equipment; • principles of electrical circuits and standard terms of the electrical trade • safe work practices and procedures when working around electrical and mechanical systems • operation of a personal computer and software applications related to the work Ability to: • Understand and carry out written and oral instructions; • supervise and train others; • operate tools and equipment with skill and safety; • deal effectively with those contacted in the course of work; • perform physical labor in connection with maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment; • operate a personal computer and software applications related to the work; • drive a vehicle and/or travel to off-site work locations; • work in below ground level confined spaces and using appropriate safety equipment; • work safely with and around hazardous chemicals and electrical equipment; • work from plans and specifications. Training and Experience for Mechanical & Electrical Maintenance Worker III Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: • Completion of the twelfth grade or its equivalent; and, • Two years of experience as a District Mechanical and Electrical Maintenance Worker II, Or • Five years of experience, two of those years must be at journey level performance in the maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS For Mechanical & Electrical Maintenance Worker II: • Possession of an appropriate California driver's license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles and satisfactory driving record; • Possession of a valid “D1” Water Distribution Operators Certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) must be obtained prior to completion of probationary period. For Mechanical & Electrical Maintenance Worker III: • Possession of an appropriate California driver's license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles and satisfactory driving record. • Possession of a valid “D1” Water Distribution Operators Certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) must be obtained prior to completion of probationary period. • If an employee in this classification performs “safety-sensitive functions” and the employee must comply with the United States Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and is subject to the Federal Omnibus Transportation employee Testing Act of 1991. OTHER REQUIREMENTS • Per California Government Code, Title 1, Division 4, Chapter 8, Section 3100 “all public employees are hereby declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.” • Work on an "on call" basis for emergency situations. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS During the course of performing job duties the employee will need the mobility to operate equipment, which may include office and/or field equipment, or specialized instruments or tools requiring repetitive arm/hand movement and/or the coordinated movement of more than one limb simultaneously. The employee frequently stands, walks, bends at neck and waists, twists at neck and waist, uses simple and power grasping with both hands, uses fine manipulation of both hands and fingers, and may require use of the arms above the shoulder, climb or balance; stoop, kneel or crouch. While working in the field the employee may walk on uneven or un-level ground surfaces such as hills, slopes, ditches or trenches, on or in tanks, and may work at heights up to fifty feet climbing ladders or stairs. The employee must use small mechanical hand tools, handle small parts, hold and operate heavy tools, pull cable and wire and perform manual labor for extended periods such as frequently lifting 10 to 25 pounds and carrying equipment, and occasionally lift 50 to 75 pounds. This position requires that the employee demonstrate adequate hearing and speech to detect warning alarms, converse in person and over the telephone or radio, and vision to read printed materials, see small parts and color coded wiring, and use a computer screen. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud noise. The employee is exposed to moving vehicles and other moving equipment and machinery, excessive noise, extremes in temperature, humidity, wetness and dust, and must work around high, medium and low voltage circuitry using normal and specialized protective equipment. In order to drive, individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles and equipment safely. The position requires the ability to work overtime and weekends as needed. ADDITIONAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS • The employee must be capable of obtaining and maintaining a proper facial seal for District respiratory equipment. • Exposure to potentially hazardous materials, low to medium voltage, solvents, odors, fumes, laboratory chemicals, microbiological pathogens. • The employee must be able to work in above ground or subsurface confined spaces. APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS To be considered for this career opportunity, applicants must submit the following information to the Human Resources Department by the filing deadline shown on this announcement: a. Properly completed District application. Clearly state the title of the position for which you are applying. b. Supplemental application. The attached page of supplemental questions will be a primary tool in evaluating qualifications for this position. The responses will be evaluated along with the completed application form. Applications received without completed Supplemental Responses will not be considered. c. Resume. Strongly recommended (see below). d. Copy of D1 Certification (if attained). A resume may be included but does not substitute for a completed application. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement in the selection process. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to show that he/she meets the minimum qualifications in this job announcement. The examination process may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical test, and oral and/or final interviews. All applicants will be notified of the disposition of their application. Based upon information provided in the application documents, the applicants presenting the best job-related qualifications will be invited to continue in the process. An eligibility list may result from this examination process. Applicants who are selected for district employment are subject to a background check conducted by an outside agency and must take and pass a pre-employment/pre-duty medical exam and drug test. Depending upon job duty assignments, the applicant may be required to submit an original California Department of Motor Vehicles driving history. Current employees are exempt from this requirement. Do NOT submit the DMV driving history until requested to do so. PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY ON CALOPPS.ORG (LINK BELOW) Online applications are strongly encouraged and will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on the filing deadline date. A manual application packet may also be obtained by calling 415-945-1434, or in person at MMWD/HR, 220 Nellen Avenue, Corte Madera, CA 94925. The filing deadline time for in-person manual application and faxed application submissions is 4:30 p.m. on the filing deadline date. If application materials are faxed, the originals of the submissions must be mailed and post marked by the filing deadline date indicated in the job posting.