Senior Utility Systems Maintenance Technician - Seattle Public Utilities : Job Details

Overview

Senior Utility Systems Maintenance Technician role at Seattle Public Utilities. Lead staff and perform complex tasks related to inspecting, maintaining, and repairing critical system parts and components including valves, actuators, pumps and motors, piping, zone critical set points and pressures, flow irregularities and related facilities equipment within critical systems and zones.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical work on water systems
• Install, maintain, and repair pressure regulating and control valves, various sizes of electronic and motor operated isolation valves and piston controlled hydraulic ball valve actuators
• Install, maintain, and repair double suction as well as vertical turbine pumps of various sizes and flow rates
• Manage work orders and maintain labor and equipment hours through the CMMS
• Establish and maintain zone pressures for critical system infrastructure to protect from over pressurization
• Respond to system emergencies, troubleshoot valve/pump pressure and flow irregularities
• Perform fabrication as needed such as drilling, cutting and welding to conform to specifications

Qualifications Education

• Two (2) years of experience working on utility mechanical systems such as pump stations, OR
• One (1) year of college/trade school training with a concentration in a mechanical discipline and two (2) years experience in water and wastewater or other utility service in the repair of hydraulic and electric pumps, motors, or similar devices (combinations of training or experience will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability)

Desired Qualifications

• Working knowledge of maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of pressure regulating and control type valves
• Working knowledge of electronic and motor operated control type valves
• General knowledge of all components of a water system and pump stations
• Experience in lifting and rigging procedures
• Ability to fabricate within the mechanical disciplines
• Ability to work in close confined spaces and fall protection as necessary
• Experience in other safety related procedures
• Experience utilizing a CMMS
• Strong interpersonal communication skills

Work Environment / Physical Demands

• Onsite position initially reporting to the Operations Control Center in Seattle, WA; may be transferred to the Tolt Treatment Plant in Duvall, WA
• Office presence five days a week with schedule agreed upon with supervisor
• Work outdoors in all weather and site conditions, including rotating machinery, high voltage, high water pressure, traffic hazards, slippery areas, heavy construction equipment, confined spaces, and toxic gases
• Willingness to work extended shifts, nights, evenings, weekends, holidays, and be on-call 24/7 for emergencies

License, Certification, and Other Requirements

• Valid Washington drivers license prior to commitment of employment
• Confined Space, Fall Protection, Traffic Control and Forklift Certifications required within one (1) year of employment

Additional Information

This hiring process includes a background check of conviction and arrest records in compliance with Seattles Fair Chance Employment Ordinance (SMC 14.17). Applicants may explain or correct background information.

Who may apply: The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City values diverse perspectives and life experiences and will consider applicants regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

The full salary range for this position is: $46.35 - $50.02 per hour.

How To Apply

• A full City of Seattle online application
• Please DO NOT attach resumes or cover letters as they will not be considered in review of candidates qualifications

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Adam Sallean at [email protected]

Benefits

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the Citys website.

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