• Electrical Mechanic - Biosolids

    Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) (Accokeek, MD)


    Position Information

    Functional TitleElectrical Mechanic - Biosolids

     

    Recruitment Category TypeStandard

     

    Functional CategoryProduction

     

    GradeUH.13

     

    FLSA StatusNon-Exempt

     

    Requisition Number25-0237

     

    Number of Vacancies1

     

    Job LevelStaff

     

    Job CodeN/A

    Job Description Summary

    Organization NameBiosolids Management

     

    Reports toElectrical/Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor (Plant); Section Manager, Electrical/Mechanical Maintenance

     

    Full or Part TimeFull Time

     

    If Part Time how many hours per week

     

    Regular or TemporaryRegular

     

    Position End Date (if temporary)

     

    Work Schedule

     

    Monday – Friday

     

    6:30 am – 3:00 pm

    Position LocationAccokeek

    Position Summary Information

    General Summary

    TheElectrical Mechanicperforms a variety of installation, maintenance, and repair work using a broad assortment of electrical/mechanical equipment within the Electrical Mechanical Section.

    Essential Functions

    + Inspects, tests, and repairs electric motors and other electrical and mechanical devices

    + Installs motor controls, pump motors, street lights, heaters, exhaust fans, main feeders, conduits, breakers, switchgear

    + Maintains high and low pressure steam boilers

    + Maintains and repairs drive units, fuel pumps, air compressors, lump breakers, grinders, scum pumps, off-gas systems, fuel oil tanks, multi-hearth incinerators and pumps

    + Replaces chains, bearings, sprockets, augers, shafts, grease lines and flights

    + Lubricates and paints plant equipment; performs general plumbing and replaces malfunctioning pumps

    + Repairs and maintains water softener systems, cranes, boiler feed pumps, centrifuges, air dryers, re-aeration tanks and pneumatic controls

    + Repairs bar screens and conveyors and replaces couplings

    + Assists Electrical/Mechanical Technician in the repair of transformers, high voltage power supplies, and other equipment

    + Drives a vehicle to conduct WSSC Water business

     

    Other Functions

     

    Performs related duties as required

     

    Work Environment And Physical Demands

     

    Industrial wastewater plant environment

    Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

    + Considerable knowledge of the practices, tools, materials, equipment, methods and techniques of the electrical/mechanics trade

    + Knowledge of the applicable occupational hazards and safety precautions

    + Knowledge of electrical/mechanical theory

    + Skill in the use of tools and equipment

    + Ability to locate and correct defects in electrical and mechanical systems

    + Ability to read blueprints and schematic drawings

    + Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions

    + Ability to work in inclement weather and fluctuating temperatures, climbing ladders, scaffolding, and descending underground, as well as exposure to the hazards of working in confined spaces with high-voltage electricity

    Minimum Education, Experience Requirements

    + High School diploma or equivalent

    + Experience in electrical or mechanical maintenance work at the level of an electrical or mechanic helper

    + Completion of technical courses in basic electricity, blueprints and schematics

    Additional Requirements

    + Possession of a valid driver’s license with no more than 4 points and the ability to obtain and maintain a WSSC Water driver’s permit within 90 days of hire or transfer

    + Employees in this position are designated or considered emergency personnel; therefore, the employee must report to work as scheduled or as directed by their supervisor when WSSC Water declares an event that requires emergency personnel to report to work

     

    Preferences

     

    Additional experience is helpful

     

    Salary23.21 - 39.44 per hour

     

    Posting Detail Information

     

    EEO Statement

    AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

    It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.

     

    Close Date

     

    Open Until FilledYes

     

    Special Instructions to Applicants

     

    Additional Information

     

    All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.

     

    This is a Union position under a collective bargaining agreement represented by AFSCME Local 2898.

     

    Supplemental Questions

     

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

     

    + * Do you have a valid driver's license with no more than 4 points and with no restrictions (except eyeglasses/contact lenses)?

    + Yes

    + No

    + * Will you, now or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status?

    + Yes

    + No

    + Are you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran?

    + Yes

    + No

     

    Applicant Documents

    Required Documents

    + Resume

     

    Optional Documents