WATER MECHANIC * - City of Fort Smith : Job Details

Water Mechanic Job Description: The incumbent under the guidance of the Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for the performance of a variety of bench, and hand tools, field and machine operations, requiring accuracy and precision, in the construction, maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment. Work is characterized by its assignment of duties requiring the application of more than one maintenance trade. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Note: All City of Fort Smith positions require the employee to provide good customer service to both internal and external customers, maintain positive and effective working relationships with other City employees, and have regular and reliable attendance that is non-disruptive. Must show cooperation and respect to fellow employees and supervisors at all times. 1. Adjust, clean and repair all mechanical equipment normally found in water facilities. This includes valves, pumps, drives, gears, conveyor belt systems, chemical feed systems and other various equipment. 2. Dismantle and inspect machinery and determine appropriate methods for performing efficient and cost effective maintenance and repair. 3. Construct building partitions; replace roofs, doors and windows as necessary. 4. Operate acetylene and welding equipment, cuts and fits metal, brazes and welds mobile and stationary equipment. Fabricate equipment from raw materials. 5. Repair and replace plant plumbing and fixtures as required. 6. Paint, clean and maintain wastewater pump stations as required. 7. Perform and document tank and reservoir inspections as required per regulatory agencies. 8. Required to maintain residence within 40 minutes driving time to the Maintenance Center for Emergency response. 9. Perform other related duties as assigned. 10. Must work overtime, call out or standby as required. 11. Regular attendance and timeliness is required. Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Maintenance Mechanic I Education and/or Experience: • High school diploma or GED is required. • Minimum of one year experience in mechanical, machinist or industrial maintenance OR technical trade experience OR utility experience is required. • Must be able to obtain city required safety training along with Fork Lift, Aerial Lift and Rigging Certification within 2 years of employment. Maintenance Mechanic II Education and/or Experience: • High school diploma or GED is required. • Minimum of three years' experience required in industrial or pump station maintenance • Must be able to obtain a Class III water distribution license within 3 years employment • Must be able to obtain a Backflow test and repair license within 2 years employment • Must be able to obtain city required safety training along with Fork Lift, Aerial Lift and Rigging certifications within 2 years of employment. Other Skills and Abilities: The incumbent should possess knowledge of the use of tools and equipment in the department. The incumbent must have good verbal skills as well as good organizational skills. Problem solving and analytical ability are required to perform the duties of this position. Good communication and interpersonal skills are also required. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must occasionally stand, walk, climb, talk and hear. Frequently sit and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The incumbent must also stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, balance, or crawl. The sense of smell is also necessary. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, color, distance and peripheral vision. Depth perception and the ability to adjust focus are also necessary. The employee is occasionally required to lift more than 100 pounds. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position the incumbent is exposed to outdoor weather conditions, works near moving mechanical parts and is exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The incumbent works in high precarious places and is at risk of electrical shock or vibration. The incumbent is also exposed to non-weather related wet, humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to very loud. Notice of Consent Decree Posting The City of Fort Smith, Arkansas ( City ) has entered into a Consent Decree in litigation with the United States of America and the State of Arkansas ( Consent Decree ). The Consent Decree was filed on April 6, 2015, in civil action 14-cv-02266-PKH, pending in the United States District Court for the Western District of Arkansas Fort Smith Division. The Consent Decree is available for review or copying on the City's website where it may be found at www.FortSmithWater.org. Code : 20250025-1 Grade : GRADE 34 Posting Start : 02/18/2025 Posting End : 03/17/2025 MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $19.09