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City of Palm Coast
LIFT STATION MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN I/II/III
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What they do
A Waste or Recycling Worker collects, recycles, processes or treats waste in a city or community. Works in a recycling plant, wastewater treatment facility, or landfill. Collects refuse from commercial and/or residential locations. Does not drive the vehicle used to collect/transport refuse.
$35,658 / year median in Florida
+13% projected growth
Job Description
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under direct supervision, the purpose of the position is to maintain, inspect and repair the Wastewater pumping stations and Wastewater Plants. Employees in this classification function at an entry level position. Employee is responsible for weekly pump station inspections, annual maintenance of pumps and related equipment, cleaning pump stations, and other various tasks. Knowledge will be acquired by working with experienced staff and on the job training. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. Observes mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble. Dismantles devices to gain access to and remove defective parts. Examines form and texture of parts to detect imperfections. Inspects used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements. Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments. Repairs or replaces defective parts. Installs special functional and structural parts in devices. Lubricates and cleans parts. Start devices to test their performance. Ability to use electrical meters such as a voltage meter, amp meter, and a megohm meter. To monitor and record electrical control panels. Make confined space entries with crew to inspect and make repairs if necessary. Emergency call back and rotating call duty. (Determined by Supervision based on ability) Other duties as assigned.MINIMUM TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, LICENSES, OR CERTIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or GED and valid Florida Driver's License required for all positions. Lift Station Mechanical Tech I ($20.27- $23.28): One (1) year responsible experience in public utilities or other large scale commercial pumping systems, motors, and electrical equipment; an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered. FWPCOA Class "C" Certification in Wastewater Collection will need to be obtained within (1) year of employment. Lift Station Mechanical Tech II ($20.93
- $24.66): Must possess Valid Class "B" CDL with Tanker and FWPCOA Class "B" Certification in Wastewater Collection. Lift Station Mechanical Tech III ($22.95
- $27.