Responsible for performing journeyman-level repair, maintenance, and installation of commercial equipment, electrical equipment and pumping, mixing, and blower systems in facilities and/or water/sewer utilities. Senior Mechanics perform and/or assist other technicians in diagnosing and repairing equipment with complex, unusual and/or very difficult problems; and performs related work as required. Installs, tests, calibrates, repairs, and performs technical and mechanical work found in water and wastewater treatment, storage, and distribution systems; collects and enters data and work records on computer; serves as a relief water/wastewater operator; and performs related duties as required
Education and Experience
Education equivalent to a high school diploma supplemented with 5 years Mechanical or Electrical experience, apprentice-level vocational training program or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Special Qualifications
Must possess satisfactory results of a criminal history background check. Must possess and maintain a valid Virginia driver’s license. The County will support training and licensure. Special consideration available if you have or a willing to obtain a trade related Journeyman or Master License.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Work requires extensive interaction with co-workers and contractors therefore good leadership, team building and supervisory skills are necessary to succeed in diverse and/or emergency construction and maintenance situations.
- Strong customer service skills are essential due to extensive interactions with the public, internal/external customers and contractors in planned or emergency situations.
- Knowledge of standards practices, methods, tools, and materials common to the Water and Sewer, or trades
- Master/Senior level technicians have extensive knowledge of mechanical systems and lead more complex maintenance and repair activities and diagnostics
- Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade
- Ability to plan perform work of the trade at the Journeyman-level
- Operates a variety of machinery, equipment, meters, and tools as required common to the trade
- Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, wiring diagrams and schematics
- Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable laws/regulations
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions
- Performs other maintenance duties as required
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This position classifies the physical exertion requirements as very heavy. Must be able to lift, stoop, bend, crawl, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions and from ladders and scaffolds in hot and cold temperatures. Must be able to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 25 pounds of force constantly to life, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. May work on rough or uneven surfaces, and confined spaces. May be required to work afterhours, weekends and on call. Must be able to perceive and discriminate depths, odors, and colors.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Essential functions are regularly performed in and around various county buildings. Tasks may risk exposure to chemicals, odors, machinery, wetness, dust, fumes, dirt, vibrations, electricity, driving and confined spaces.
Disclaimer
The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performance by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications as required of employees assigned to this job. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Culpeper County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
General Sign-off: The employee is expected to adhere to all County policies and to act as a role model in the adherence to the policies.
