Plant Mechanic

Salary: $20.85 - $27.00 Hourly

Location : Boca Raton, FL

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 03794

Department: Utility Services

Division: Plant Maintenance 42/09601

Opening Date: 10/22/2024

Closing Date: 10/29/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit: B

Job Description

Performs difficult skilled work in the maintenance and repair of specialized machinery and equipment in a water and wastewater treatment plant; does related work as required.
Work is performed under regular supervision.


Essential Functions Performs routine preventive maintenance work on water and wastewater systems such as pumps, motors, compressors, engines, and conveyors following suggested manufacturer and City benchmark standards; Installs and/or makes major repairs to plumbing systems, pumps, valves, motors, controls, gearboxes, conveyors, and compressors; Troubleshoots and performs repairs on gas, sludge and chemical pumping systems and related equipment used in plant operations; Checks wells for proper operation; checks fluid levels of wells; records flowmeter readings; Checks and tests pumps, motors, conveyors, compressors, and valves; monitors and replaces belts, hoses, pipe connections, lubricants; Performs predictive tests: infrared, temperature, vibration and laser alignment inspections on equipment used in water and wastewater operations; Maintains and repairs chlorine generating equipment including ammoniators; Maintains and repairs lime slaker system; Repairs and rebuilds sludge pumps; water pumps, chemical and gas pumps, Replaces bearings, shafts, sleeves, seals, and repair other mechanical parts; Field tests pumps, motors, blowers and gearboxes for functionality, efficiency and completeness of repairs; Completes preventive maintenance logs on Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Performs related tasks as required RELATED TASKS: Inspects tanks, pumping equipment, conveyors, wells and building support systems to ensure compliance with statutory and safety requirements; Conducts emergency and routine repairs at various onsite and offsite pumping facilities; Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of: Standard practices, methods, tools, and materials of the mechanical trades; Carpentry, masonry, and building maintenance work and related mechanical trades operations; The occupational hazards connected with general maintenance operations and ability to observe and enforce appropriate safety precautions; General office practices and procedures Skilled in: The use and care of bench and hand tools, machines, and equipment of the mechanical trades; The use of Microsoft Office Suite products to include Word, Excel, and Outlook Troubleshooting and mechanical diagnostics Reading comprehension - both of routine communications as well as technical manuals, diagrams, or other work-related documents Ability to: Should be able to use a shovel, sledgehammer, and air hammer, Work a flexible work schedule that includes weekdays, weekends and evenings as needed.
Establish and maintain effective and positive relations with City officials, associates, consultants, and the general public Perform essential functions and related tasks while using best judgement and application of necessary safety precautions.
Perform manual work over extended periods of time Use hand and power tools applicable to trade Exercise time management and proficient with estimating time required to complete tasks Minimum and Preferred QualificationsHigh School diploma, GED equivalency or any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school Four (4) years of experience in maintenance work involving plumbing and mechanical repairs, troubleshooting, and equipment installations including: Two (2) years of experience in preventative maintenance if mechanical systems in an industrial or manufacturing plant or a water/wastewater treatment facility is required State of Florida Class 'E' drivers license SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Abstained from the use of cigarettes, cigars, and other tobacco products for at least one year prior to their date of hire and shall abstain from the use of tobacco products at all times during the period of their employment with the City while both on and off duty.


The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity, Inclusive, Veteran's Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace.
It is the policy of the City of Boca Raton to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.


CITY OF BOCA RATON - BENEFITS SUMMARY
SEIU Employees ANNUAL LEAVE: Shall accrue prior to an employee attaining permanent status in the classified service, and may be used after six (6) months of employment at the sole discretion of the Department Head, but it shall not be paid out upon resignation or termination unless the employee has attained permanent status (one full year).
The maximum accrual is 360 hours.

0 to 5 full years 8 hours per month
5 to 10 full years 10 hours per month
10 to 15 full years 12 hours per month
15 years and over 14 hours per month

CASH OUT OF ANNUAL LEAVE: Employees who have attained permanent status shall be permitted to cash out up to forty (40) hours of accrued and unused Annual Leave, either in a single lump sum payment or two or more partial payments, each fiscal year., each fiscal year.


SICK LEAVE: 8 hours per month.
Any hours in excess of 960 will be paid off annually at 50%.
Upon retirement, employees with a minimum of 5 years continuous service will receive 50% of sick leave balance.
Termination for reasons other than retirement shall be entitled to payment for accrued, but unused sick leave, as follows:
Continuous years of service Percentage
Less than 2 full years 0%
2 to 5 full years 10%
5 to 10 full years 20%
10 full years or more 30%
Retirement (normal, early or disability) 50%

HEALTH INSURANCE (Premiums): Employee Medical (Base Plan) - Paid 100% by City.
Employee contributions are required for the buy up employee coverage plans.
Employee contributions are required for Employee Dental and Vision Plans, as well as Dependent(s) Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans.


CONTINUOUS SERVICE BENEFIT: Continuous Service is determined on December 1st of each year.
Payment is issued during the month of December based upon years of service as follows:

5 to 10 full years $600 annually
10 to 15 full years $800 annually
15 full years and over $1,000 annually

RETIREMENT PLANS: The two pension/retirement options are listed below: The option to enroll in a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.
The Defined Contribution Plan will not require a mandatorycontribution on your part.
The City will contribute seven (7%) percent of your annual base wages to this plan.
The vesting period forthis plan shall be one (1) year from your date of hire in the classified service, which coincides with your one-year probationary period.
An option to enroll in a Defined Benefit Plan option available to you that will have a ten (10) year vesting period with a multiplier of 2.00% at normal retirement and a mandatory seven and three-quarters (7.75%) percent contribution.
The two (2) options will be fully explained to you prior to your selection.
Optional: 457 Deferred Compensation Savings Plan is available.


HOLIDAYS: 14 per year: 11 recognized holidays and 3 floating holidays which are allocated for the fiscal year starting October 1, to all 8 hour per day employees.
Employees hired between October 1 and March 31 shall receive 3 floating holidays.
Employees hired between April 1 and September 30 shall receive 1.5 floating holidays.
Non-task employees working 10-hour days receive 10, 10-hour paid holidays but do not receive floating holidays.


FUNERAL LEAVE: Up to 3 work days - In State Up to 5 workdays - Out of State

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION: A performance review(s) is given to new hires during the first year of employment and an annual review on their anniversary date.
Every employee is evaluated on their anniversary date.
The current ratings are: Requires Improvement, Meets Expectations, Exceeds Expectations, and Significantly Exceeds Expectations.


TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Full-time employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement as outlined in the City's Tuition Reimbursement Policy which is available in Human Resources and subject to the availability of departmental funds.


MILITARY LEAVE: Members in military reserve units who attend annual training are entitled to paid leave not to exceed 30 days each calendar year.


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?EAP: Employees, spouses, and eligible dependents have access to five (5) face-to-face sessions with a counselor through Cigna's Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Services include assistance with legal, financial, parenting, elder care, pet care, and identity theft.


01

Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process.
The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process.
Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process.
Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?
Yes No

02

Do you possess a valid State of Florida Class "E" driver's license with no more than six (6) points in the last three (3) years prior to employment?
Yes No

03

Have you used tobacco products (including cigarettes, cigars, pipe tobacco, chewing tobacco, and snuff) or electronic cigarettes (according to the CDC electronic cigarette is defined as "e-cigs," "e-hookahs," "mods," "vape pens," "vapes," "vaping", "tank systems," and "electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS)" within the last 12 months from the date of application?
I have used tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes in the last 12 months from the date of application. I have not used tobacco products or e-cigarettes in the last 12 months from the date of application.

04

What is the highest level of education that you have completed?
NOTE: Proof of education is a required condition of employment.
Less than High School High School Diploma or GED Trade or Vocational School Associates Degree or 60 credits of college courses Bachelors Degree Masters Degree

05

How many years of experience do you have in maintenance work involving plumbing and mechanical repair, troubleshooting and installations.
No previous experience Less than 4 years of experience 4 years of experience or more

06

How many years of experience do you have in preventive maintenance of water and wastewater mechanical systems?
No previous experience Less than 2 years of experience 2 years of experience or more

07

Please briefly describe any work experience you have in maintenance work involving mechanical repair and installations, troubleshooting and / or equipment fabrication, preferably in a municipal utility environment.
Please include any experience you have in preventive maintenance of water and wastewater mechanical systems.This experience must be clearly listed on your application work history.
NOTE: "See Resume" will not be considered as a valid response.
If you have no previous experience, please state "N/A"

08

To be considered for employment with the City of Boca Raton, applicants must provide at least ten (10) years of continuous history.
Did you account for the last ten (10) year period including all employment, periods of inactivity, school and/or retirement?
Yes No

Required Question