City of Orlango
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Job Title   Job Family   Job Code   Job Exempt
Mechanic I - Industrial   Liuna_Trades_And_Crafts   CL-LSL11   N
 
        Pay Grade   Pay Rate Type   Minimum   Midpoint   Maximum
        L04   Hourly   $19.14   $24.40   $29.66
 
Job Description
 

Performs mechanical work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of lift station and waste treatment equipment and machinery. Determines nature of malfunctions and suggests how to repair it, or if equipment should be returned to the shop for a major overhaul. Decides when the shafts need lubricating, additional oil for the engine is needed, plugs or points needed, etc. Work is performed under supervision of Mechanic Supervisor or Manager and is reviewed while in progress and upon completion for accuracy.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma/G.E.D. Certificate and one (1) year of industrial mechanical experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License or Florida Commercial Driver's License A, B, or C prior to employment, depending on equipment assigned to position. Must own a standard set of mechanic tools (list attached). Must have a home phone or cell phone. Some positions must pass an annual respirator physical; no facial hair allowed between the face and sealing surface of the respirator face piece.

WASTEWATER LIFT STATIONMust obtain and maintain a security clearance and GOAA ID badge within ninety (90) days of hire date.

Additional Qualifications for Promotion (Mechanic I to II):

To progress from a Mechanic I to a Mechanic II, an employee must accumulate two (2) years of appropriate mechanical experience and demonstrate their mechanical knowledge, skills, and abilities to the satisfaction of their supervisor and/or manager.


WASTEWATER DIVISION-LIFT STATION SECTION & STREETS/STORMWATER DIVISION
MECHANIC TOOL LIST:

SOCKET SETS
3/8” Drive
1/4” thru 1” sockets
3/8” thru 7/8” deep well sockets
3/8” ratchet
3/8”x 3” extension
3/8” x 6” extension
3/8” Universal Joint

½” Drive
3/8” thru 1 ½” sockets
½” thru 1 ½” 6 point impact sockets
½” ratchet
½” x 2” extension
½” x 6” extension
½” x 10” extension
½” universal joint

PLIERS
6” long nose
11” bent long nose
8” & 10” channel lock
8” slip joint
8” side cutting
10” vise grip
8” internal snap ring
8” external snap ring

HAMMERS
Ball pein (1)16oz, (1)24oz
Claw hammer 16oz
Dead blow 2 pound

FEELER GAUGE SET
.005 Thru .040

SCREW EXTRACTOR (EASY-OUT)
Up to 5/8”

COLD CHISEL
¼” X 6”
¾” X 6 ½”
¾”X 12”

PUNCHES
Center Punch 3/8”
Taper 3/8”, ½”, 5/8”

WRENCHES
Open end 1/4” thru 1 ½”
Combination (open end-box end) ¼” thru 1 ½”
Metric 7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,17,19,20,21mm
Crescent wrench 6”, 8”, 10”.12”
Pipe wrench 8”, 12”, 24”
Allen wrench 1/16” thru 1/2” by 1/64”
Metric Allen wrench 1.5,2,2.5,3,4,5,6,8,10,12,14mm

Taps & Dies
Standard set 1/8” thru ½”

SCREW DRIVERS
Straight 6”, 10”, 12”
Phillips 3”, 6”, 8”

MISCELLANEOUS
1” x 25’ steel tape
9” torpedo level
2’ level
Hacksaw
PVC saw
3’ Pry bar
2 ½’ to 3’ wrecking bar
Copper tubing cutter – up to 5/8”
Flaring tool
PVC Cutter ½” thru 1 ½”
Putty knife
Razor knife
Hex bit socket set – 3/8”, 7/16”, 1/2”, 9/16”, and 5/8”
Metric Hex bit socket set – 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8,10mm
Trox bit Socket Set –T10, T15, T20, T25, T27, T30, T40, T45, and T50
Files – 6”, 10”, 12”
Pipe tap – ¼”, 3/8”, 1/2”

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WASTEWATER DIVISION-TREATMENT PLANTS
MECHANIC TOOL LIST:

SOCKET SETS
3/8” Drive
1/4” thru 7/8 sockets
3/8” thru 7/8” deep well sockets
3/8” ratchet
3/8”x 3” extension
3/8” x 6” extension
3/8” Universal Joint
3/8” Flex handle ratchet
½” Drive
3/8” thru 1 1/4” sockets
½” ratchet
½” x 2” extension
½” x 6” extension
½” x 10” extension
½” universal joint
½” Flex ratchet

PLIERS
6” long nose
11” bent long nose
8” & 10” channel lock
8” slip joint
8” side cutting
10” vise grip
8” internal snap ring (or all in one)
8” external snap ring

HAMMERS
Ball peen (1)16oz, (1)24oz
Claw hammer 16oz
Dead blow 2 pound

FEELER GAUGE SET
.005 Thru .040

SCREW EXTRACTOR (EASY-OUT)
Up to 5/8”

COLD CHISEL
¼” X 6”
¾” X 6 ½”
¾”X 12”

PUNCHES
Center Punch 3/8”
Taper 3/8”, ½”, 5/8”

WRENCHES
Open end 1/4” thru 1 ¼”
Combination (open end-box end) ¼” thru 1 1/4”
Metric 7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,17,19,20,21mm
Crescent wrench 6”, 8”, 10”.12”
Pipe wrench 8”, 12”, 24”
Allen wrench 1/16” thru 1/2” by 1/64”
Metric Allen wrench 1.5,2,2.5,3,4,5,6,8,10,12,14mm

Taps & Dies
Standard set 1/8” thru ½”

SCREW DRIVERS
Straight 6”, 10”, 12”
Phillips 3”, 6”, 8”

MISCELLANEOUS
1” x 25’ steel tape
9” torpedo level
2’ level
Hacksaw
PVC saw
3’ Pry bar
2 ½’ to 3’ wrecking bar
Copper tubing cutter – up to 5/8”
PVC Cutter ½” thru 1 ½” O.D.
Putty knife
Razor knife
Hex bit socket set – 3/8”, 7/16”, 1/2”, 9/16”, and 5/8”
Metric Hex bit socket set – 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8,10mm
Torx bit Socket Set –T10, T15, T20, T25, T27, T30, T40, T45, and T50
Files – 6”, 10”, 12”
Pipe tap – ¼”, 3/8”, 1/2”

 
Responsibilities
 
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

Note: The listed duties are only illustrative and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed by this job class. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.

Performs preventive maintenance inspections and lubricates equipment as needed.

Clears pump blockages; changes oil and filters, gauges, and gaskets to keep equipment functioning properly.

Operates wrecker boom hoist to remove and install equipment; may run and operate 60 ton crane, backhoe, bobcat, forklift, JLG, and any other heavy equipment as needed.

Assists in the installation and repair of engines, bearings, pumps, valves, and other equipment.

Performs minor maintenance on trucks, edger’s, generator units, and mowers as instructed.

May rebuild pumps under close supervision.

Removes and replaces sludge pump gear joints.

Repacks pumps as instructed.

Adjusts denitrification unit chains.

Lubricates pumps, blowers, bearings, etc.

May perform mechanical work on all equipment in a plant including installation, removal, and any repairs; troubleshoots and finds solutions to any malfunctioning machinery or equipment.

Repairs and replaces broken parts on bar screens including valves, sprayers, compactor, and inside parts including sprocket and chains.

Performs repairs to valves, pipes, and chlorinators in S02 and chlorine building under SCBA masks; follows strict safety precautions.

Performs other duties as assigned.


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of standard mechanical procedures and tools.

Knowledge of engines, pumps, and generator operation.

Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.

Skill in operation of overhead crane, forklift, and vehicle with boom hoist.

Ability to perform inspections of equipment, which involves lifting, pushing and pulling heavy objects.

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.