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Turning the Tide - Electrical Mechanic

Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) • Maryland, Maryland • 2d ago

Position Information

Functional TitleTurning the Tide - Electrical Mechanic

Recruitment Category TypeStandard

Functional CategoryProduction

GradeTC.01

FLSA StatusNon-Exempt

Requisition Number26-0156

Number of Vacancies1

Job LevelStaff

Job CodeN/A

Job Description Summary

Organization NameWestern Branch WRRF

Reports toElectrical/Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor (Plant); Section Manager, Electrical/Mechanical Maintenance

Full or Part TimeFull Time

If Part Time how many hours per week

Regular or TemporaryTemporary

Position End Date (if temporary)

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday

Work hours are to be determined

Position LocationPrince George's and/or Montgomery County

Position Summary Information

General Summary

TheElectrical Mechanicperforms a variety of installation, maintenance, and repair work using a broad assortment of electrical/mechanical equipment within the Electrical Mechanical Section.

Essential Functions

Inspects, tests, and repairs electric motors and other electrical and mechanical devices

Installs motor controls, pump motors, street lights, heaters, exhaust fans, main feeders, conduits, breakers, switchgear

Maintains high and low pressure steam boilers

Maintains and repairs drive units, fuel pumps, air compressors, lump breakers, grinders, scum pumps, off-gas systems, fuel oil tanks, multi-hearth incinerators and pumps

Replaces chains, bearings, sprockets, augers, shafts, grease lines and flights

Lubricates and paints plant equipment; performs general plumbing and replaces malfunctioning pumps

Repairs and maintains water softener systems, cranes, boiler feed pumps, centrifuges, air dryers, re-aeration tanks and pneumatic controls

Repairs bar screens and conveyors and replaces couplings

Assists Electrical/Mechanical Technician in the repair of transformers, high voltage power supplies, and other equipment

Drives a vehicle to conduct WSSC Water business

Other Functions

Performs related duties as required

Work Environment And Physical Demands

Industrial wastewater plant environment

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Considerable knowledge of the practices, tools, materials, equipment, methods and techniques of the electrical/mechanics trade

Knowledge of the applicable occupational hazards and safety precautions

Knowledge of electrical/mechanical theory

Skill in the use of tools and equipment

Ability to locate and correct defects in electrical and mechanical systems

Ability to read blueprints and schematic drawings

Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions

Ability to work in inclement weather and fluctuating temperatures, climbing ladders, scaffolding, and descending underground, as well as exposure to the hazards of working in confined spaces with high-voltage electricity.

Minimum Education, Experience Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent

Experience in electrical or mechanical maintenance work at the level of an electrical or mechanic helper

Completion of technical courses in basic electricity, blueprints and schematics

Additional Requirements

Possession of a valid driver's license with no more than 4 points and the ability to obtain and maintain a WSSC Water driver's permit within 90 days of hire or transfer

Employees in this position are designated or considered emergency personnel; therefore, the employee must report to work as scheduled or as directed by their supervisor when WSSC Water declares an event that requires emergency personnel to report to work

If assigned to the AD/ CHP (Bio-Energy) facility, incumbent(s) must obtain a Maryland 3rd Grade Stationary Engineers License within 4 years

Preferences

Additional experience is helpful

SalaryCommensurate with education and experience

Posting Detail Information

EEO Statement

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.

Close Date

Open Until FilledYes

Special Instructions to Applicants

This vacancy is only open to participants of the Turning the Tide Program.

Additional Information

All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Did you attend the Turning the Tide Information Session hosted by WSSC Water and RCAD?

Yes

No
What career/job readiness training program did you complete? (Bridge Center, Employ Prince George's, or Other - Please Specify)

(Open Ended Question)
What is your highest level of education?

High School Diploma or GED

Trade School

Some College

Associates Degree

Bachelors Degree or Higher
Will you, now or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status?

Yes

No

Do you have a valid driver's license with no more than 4 points and with no restrictions (except eyeglasses/contact lenses)?

Yes

No

Are you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran?

Yes

No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume

Optional Documents

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