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Plant Maintenance Mechanic (Vacancies)

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Plant Maintenance Mechanic (Vacancies)

Salary

$29.24 - $46.38 Hourly

Location

Varies by position

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

25-3813-V4

Department

60 Department of Public Utilities

Division

Division of Sewerage and Drainage

Opening Date

05/01/2025

Closing Date

5/12/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

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Definition

The Division of Sewerage and Drainage is seeking qualified candidates for Plant Maintenance Mechanic positions at our Jackson Pike Water Reclamation plant. This position is responsible for installing, maintaining, repairing and removing industrial mechanical equipment at the water reclamation plant and its associated pump stations.

Work location: 2104 Jackson Pike, Columbus, OH 43223

Shift: Monday through Friday (7:00 A.M.-3:30 P.M.)

Applicants may inspect and acquire a copy of the City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities EEO Plan by visiting the DPU website at http://utilities.columbus.gov/

Under general supervision, is responsible for installing, maintaining, repairing, and removing industrial mechanical equipment; performs related duties as required.

Examples of Work

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)

Installs functional and structural parts in machinery and mechanical devices;

Removes and replaces defective parts, using hoists, cranes, hand tools, and power tools;

Dismantles devices to gain access to parts, using hoists, cranes, hand tools, and power tools;

Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments using hand tools, power tools, levels, plumb bobs, straightedges, and other analytical devices;

Inspects, performs preventative maintenance on, tests performance of, and attempts to detect and/or locate possible malfunctions of industrial mechanical equipment while in operation;

Performs and documents preliminary diagnostic evaluation of failed equipment, parts, components, and mechanical systems;

Examines form and texture of parts to detect imperfections;

Inspects used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments;

Performs maintenance and repair for industrial pumps which may include lubrication, rebuilding, alignment of motors, nearby valves maintained or exercised, or other maintenance tasks performed;

Handles pressurized water (e.g. pressure washers, fire hoses) to perform wash outs of plant facilities that support the treatment flow of water or water reclamation and may include channels, basins, flocks, water towers, tanks, or other treatment infrastructure;

Accesses plant equipment or plant facilities via ladders, stairs, motorized lifts, tunnels, confined space entry, manholes, or other access methods;

Follows safety precautions, such as for confined space or lockout/tagout programs; completes paperwork; sets up and checks safety devices; acts as line of communication; supports safety awareness;

Cuts, welds, bends, and /or straightens metal parts as needed;

Cleans work area after completion of job;

Lubricates and cleans parts and equipment;

Performs shaft alignments using dial indicators, lasers, or other devices;

Utilizes computer software to complete work orders and timesheets;

Drives motor vehicle to and from job site and other work-related locations;

Assesses functionality of mechanical equipment by viewing information on the supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system (e.g. wet wells, tanks, pumps);

Completes work orders and related forms;

Notifies appropriate personnel of necessary downtime associated with projects that disrupt normal operations;

May operate various light and heavy-duty equipment;

May work with or around hazardous chemicals and noxious odors requiring personal protective equipment, such as full-face respirators or particle masks;

May lead and evaluate the work of maintenance helpers, apprentices, and/or temporary maintenance staff.

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of the twelfth grade and two (2) years of experience assisting in the installation, maintenance, repair, and/or removal of industrial mechanical equipment. Substitution(s): A certificate of high school equivalence (GED) will be accepted in lieu of the twelfth school grade completion.

Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Test/Job Contact Information

Recruitment #: 25-3813-V4

Employment Type: Full-Time

Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:

Suvon Touch

Department of Public Utilities

Division of Sewerage and Drainage

910 Dublin Rd.

Columbus, Ohio 43215

P: (614) 645- 7505

E: [email protected]

The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City's Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:

+ Medical

+ Dental

+ Vision

+ Short-term Disability

+ Life Insurance

+ Wellness Program

+ Tuition Reimbursement

Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City's human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information.

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Have you reviewed the Minimum Qualifications for the job that you are applying to ensure that you meet specified requirements?

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Have you attached the documents that provide proof of your license, education (post high school), and/or professional or state certification as you have referenced in your applicant profile? Such documents may include a photocopy or scan of your driver's license, bachelor's/master's degree or transcript of completed coursework.

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Employer

City of Columbus

Address

77 N. Front Street, Suite 330

Columbus, Ohio, 43215

Phone

(614) 645-8301

Website

https://new.columbus.gov/Government/Departments/Civil-Service-Commission

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