WWTP Mechanic - EPD

Grade 17

General Statement of Duties

Performs mechanical maintenance and repair on Wastewater equipment; performs directly related work as required.

Examples of Essential Work

• Trouble shoots and diagnoses equipment when malfunction occurs, including using automated control system to aid in locating problems and determining appropriate methods of repair;
• Disassembles equipment and rebuilds, repairs and/or replaces necessary parts;
• Inspects and checks performance of equipment using precision instruments, including micrometer and vernier scale;
• Fabricates parts and special tools needed to perform repairs or to rebuild equipment according to self-design or blueprint specifications, including welding metallic materials and operating various metal working machinery, including vertical milling machine, lathe, metal shear and drill press;
• Maintains records of performance checks and service to equipment;
• Installs and repairs pipes, valves, pressure regulators and heat exchangers on air, water, hydraulic, chemical and gas systems;
• Operates safety equipment, including self-contained air packs, monitoring instruments and related;
• Performs repairs in hazardous areas;
• Reviews and interprets blueprints, plans and specifications to determine tolerance and procedures for proper operation and maintenance/repair of equipment;
• Estimates time, parts, tools and equipment needed for repair and maintenance projects and completes appropriate forms to obtain items;
• Performs skilled trades, including plumbing, masonry and carpentry;
• Provides input on safety operations within assigned area;
• Makes recommendations as to changes and modifications to improve performance and maximize the operational life of equipment;
• Provides input on specifications for new equipment;
• Performs duties of WWTP Operator as needed;
• Provides needed information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to new employees in the same or similar class of positions; and more.

Acceptable Experience and Training

• Graduation from High School or possession of a GED; and
• Considerable experience and specialized training in industrial maintenance or a related field; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Required Special Qualifications

• Valid New Hampshire Driver's License.