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Equipment Mechanic

City of Dubuque

1 Positions

ID: 83067

Posted On 10/03/2025

Job Overview

Position Summary

**GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:** Under general supervision, the Equipment Mechanic supervises and performs preventative maintenance and repairs on wastewater treatment systems including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing and electromechanical machinery, equipment, buildings, and grounds; and performs related work as required. The ideal candidate works effectively as a member of a team; possesses the ability to follow a management philosophy that is input oriented and values problem solving and the development of partnerships; and desires to be part of an organization that values service, people, integrity, responsibility, innovation, and teamwork.

**DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS** **:** The work in the Equipment Mechanic classification involves performing skilled mechanical and minor electrical repairs to plant and lift station equipment, including but not limited to pumps, boilers, valves, HVAC, filters, clarifiers, and motors combined with a general understanding of fluid mechanics. The employee in this class will have a primary assignment at Water & Resource Recovery Center and remote sanitary sewer lift stations located throughout the city and may be called up onto assist technicians conducting similar work at the Eagle Point Water Treatment plant. This position requires the person to be available for emergency on-call work. The work is generally performed independently subject to inspection in process or upon completion. Assignments are received verbally and in writing; and work is reviewed by a supervisor through reports and results achieved.

Job Duties

JOB DUTIES:

+ Reads and interprets engineering blueprints.

+ Attends and provides information in engineering meetings and discussions pertaining to the mechanical systems of the treatment plant and lift stations.

+ Works with outside contractors and vendors to obtain quotes; and initiates repair work under the supervision of the Maintenance Lead or Director;

+ Installs new equipment.

+ Services and maintains equipment including motors, conveyor systems and production-related equipment.

+ Inspects and assesses the functionality of the treatment plant and remote pumping stations;

+ Troubleshoots mechanical breakdowns;

+ Adjusts mechanical parts using hand and machine tools.

+ Welds and fabricates parts for repairs and machine upgrades.

+ Conducts routine maintenance and safety checks.

+ Initiates communication with operators

+ Maintains a clean work area.

+ Lubricates equipment and checks for malfunctions;

+ Replaces bearings in motors, pumps and other equipment; and packing in pumps or valves;

+ Repairs hydraulic systems;

+ Rebuilds pumps and other water treatment equipment;

+ Cleans out pipes;

+ Utilizes gas and/or arc welding equipment to heat, cut, braze or weld;

+ Performs some electrical, painting and plumbing and other pipe fitting tasks; and general maintenance and repair tasks on buildings and grounds;

+ Handles, purchases and installs equipment that pumps chemicals, including but not limited to hydroflurosilic acid, sodium hypochlorite or other disinfectant, poly-ortho phosphate, carbon dioxide, and other chemicals used in drinking water treatment;

+ Prepares and submits maintenance records;

+ Maintains time and other records.

+ Use Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system to monitor equipment performance, identify abnormal conditions such as excessive current draw or run-time deviations, and access operating manuals and historical data to support troubleshooting and repairs.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

**Water Treatment Standards, Equipment and Repair:** Considerable knowledge of the standard practices, methods, tools and materials used in the mechanical and electrical trades; the operations, functions and mechanics of water treatment equipment and machinery and their servicing and maintenance requirements; the methods, practices, tools and materials used in a variety of mechanical maintenance and repair activities; the appropriate chemical processes involved in the treatment of water; and the occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to water treatment plant operations and maintenance work.

**Technical Document Interpretation** : Skilled at interpreting manuals, drawings and specifications, including layouts, blueprints and schematics;

**Supervision:** Planning, organizing, coordinating and supervising the activities of employees; maintaining effective working relationships with employees and the general public;

**Equipment Proficiency and Technology:** Using and caring for tools and equipment necessary to perform various electrical and mechanical repair tasks; and using applicable software programs.

**Independent Task Management:** Ability to handle a variety of tasks without close supervision;

**Mathematical Aptitude:** Make mathematical calculations involving fractions, decimals and percentages;

**Instruction Comprehension and Adherence** : Understand and follow oral and written instructions and directions;

**Working Conditions:** Work outside during inclement weather; and safely perform a variety of skilled tasks in the repair and maintenance of water and wastewater plant and power equipment.

**Physical Requirements:** Physical ability to handle medium to heavy work with occasional heavy lifting.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

+ A minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance work and possession of a high school diploma or its equivalent,

+ supplemented by related vocational or technical school course work;

+ or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the essential knowledge, skills and abilities.

+ Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid state driver’s license within 30-days after appointment.

+ Must be available for emergencies and, as necessary, placed in rotation for on-call shifts.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain a State of Iowa Department of Natural Resources Grade II or higher Wastewater Treatment Certification.

+ As necessary, ability to obtain and maintain certification for respirator use in confined spaces

Supplemental Information

**SUPERVISORY STATUS:** None

**FLSA STATUS:** Non-exempt

**RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT:** Employee shall establish their principal place of residence within fifty (50) miles of their place of employment as soon as practicable after appointment, but within two years of appointment.

Primary Contact

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City of Dubuque Human Resources Department

Human Resources Department, Human Resources Department

563-589-4125

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Job Details

Categories

Mechanic

Location

Dubuque, IA

Job Type

Employee

Full/Part

Full Time

Pay/Salary

$30.29 - $34.27 Hourly

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

PTO (Paid Time Off)

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

Education

High School/GED

Experience

2-5 Years

Company ID

931

Job REQ #

\# Positions

1

Start Date

20251003

End Date

20251022

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City of Dubuque

About the Company

Whether at City Hall or out on city streets, our employees serve our residents, businesses, and visitors every day. Join the City of Dubuque team to be part of a high-performance organization dedicated to the community and to delivering excellent municipal services. We are input-oriented, see problems as opportunities, search for creative solutions, and work as a team to accomplish goals and build partnerships. At the City of Dubuque, your work is meaningful and supports the community.

The City of Dubuque values its employees and offers competitive salaries and benefits such as:

+ Health and Dental Insurance

+ 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave

+ Paid Time Off and 11 Paid Holidays

+ Flexible Spending Accounts

+ Retirement Savings (IPERS)

+ Deferred Compensation Plan

+ Life and AD&D Insurance Coverage

+ Short-Term Disability

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Tuition Reimbursement Program

+ Longevity Pay Starting After 6 Years of Service

+ Flexible Work Arrangements

+ Paid Time Volunteering

With positions in over 30 departments and divisions, your perfect career fit is waiting for you at the City of Dubuque. Ready to join our team? Visit www.CityOfDubuque.org/Jobs .