City of Norfolk, VA

Utility Maintenance Mechanic III - Water Production

City of Norfolk, VA  •  $51k - $59k/yr  •  Suffolk, VA (Onsite)  •  1 day ago
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Job Description

Posting number: 014294

Department: Utilities

Division: Water Production

Job classification: Utility Maintenance Mechanic III

Posting type: Open

Categories: Water Treatment, Utilities

Summary

The City of Norfolk's Department of Utilities is seeking qualified candidates for an Utility Maintenance Mechanic III in the Water Production Division. This person performs electrical and mechanical repairs on equipment, including installation, diagnosis, repairs, and preventive maintenance. Troubleshoots and makes repairs on electrical and mechanical equipment, including high voltage equipment.

Examples of duties

Essential functions include but are not limited to:

  • Maintains equipment by conducting major repairs to all air cooled compressors including repairing compressors, out front mowers, weed eaters, blowers and emergency equipment.
  • Conducts minor repairs by performing daily maintenance on frequently used equipment.
  • Performs related duties by conducting winter maintenance during the "off season", and doing minor electric work for building maintenance, turns valves to maintain water flow to the water plants. Responsible for weekly and monthly PM at the City of Norfolk Pump Stations.
  • Supervises and oversees repair shop and pump stations in absence of supervisor by taking care of daily and work orders, assigning tasks, and evaluating performance.
  • Performs related duties by writing specifications on equipment purchases.
  • Help maintain the pipeline raw water easement and locate raw water mains repairing and replacing air valves, assist in applying chemicals to the lakes.

Qualifications

Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency.

Five years' experience as an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic or Electrician.

Supplemental information

  • Valid Driver's License.
  • Journeyman Electrical License may be required depending upon assignment.

Work Location: 113 Lockwood Circle, Suffolk, Virginia 23434

Work Hours: Monday through Thursday: 6:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Friday: 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM

This position is designated as an 'Essential' position and you may be required to work extended, rotating, on call, nights, weekends, and/or holidays in response to emergencies or severe weather.

City of Norfolk, VA

About City of Norfolk, VA

Norfolk, Virginia is a city of over 247,000 residents and more than 100 diverse neighborhoods. It is the cultural, educational, business and medical center of Hampton Roads, hosts the world's largest naval base, the region's international airport and is one of the busiest international ports on the East Coast of the United States. Norfolk neighborhoods are vibrant and inclusive places where caring neighbors want to live, invest, and participate.

The City of Norfolk operates under a Council-Manager form of government. The Norfolk City Council is the legislative body of the city government. It is authorized to exercise all powers conferred upon the City by the Commonwealth of Virginia in the State constitution, State laws and the Charter of the City of Norfolk.

The Council establishes policy for the city, approves the budget, levies its taxes, and appoints the City Attorney, City Assessor, City Auditor, City Clerk, and the City Manager. The Council also appoints members to the Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority, Planning Commission and other boards and commissions, as well as city representatives to regional and other boards and authorities. For additional information, go to www.norfolk.gov.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Norfolk, Virginia
Year Founded
1682
Website
norfolk.gov
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