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Plant Mechanic I

Employer
Fairfax Water
Location
Herndon
Closing date
May 2, 2019

Job Details

Under close supervision of the Plant Maintenance Supervisor, performs a variety of semi-skilled corrective and preventive industrial mechanical maintenance work in the maintenance, repair and operation of specialized equipment in a water treatment plant.  Maintains grounds and facilities.

Responsibilities:

Performs a variety of semi-skilled maintenance tasks by:

  • Assisting higher level Plant Maintenance Mechanics in maintaining, repairing, troubleshooting, installing, modifying, overhauling and assembling plant processing equipment to include: pumps, flocculation equipment, mixers, speed reducers, gear boxes, chain and belt drives, chemical feed systems, valve actuators and other equipment.
  • Assisting with plumbing, pipefitting, and welding tasks and performing general maintenance and repair work on building structures and grounds utilizing hand and power tools.
  • Assisting in preventive maintenance tasks to include inspecting and lubricating plant equipment and machinery in accordance with the preventive maintenance schedule.
  • Handling, transporting and removing hazardous materials according to proper safety procedures.
  • Supporting operations, electrical, HVAC and Instrumentation departments as required.
  • Providing information as required to complete computerized records of work required, work performed, materials used and costs, in a detailed and timely manner.

Maintains grounds and maintenance facilities by:

  • Removing snow and other grounds related clean up tasks when necessary.
  • Performing custodial functions as required in assigned work areas.
  • Assisting in keeping maintenance vehicles tools equipment and assigned work areas clean and orderly.
  • Assisting in minor maintenance to vehicles.

Operating various equipment and machinery to include: backhoes, fork lifts, dump  trucks, hand and power tools, snow plows, snow blowers, gauges and safety equipment.

  • Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications:

  • Graduation from high school or equivalent and a minimum of two years related industrial mechanical maintenance/millwright experience, or any equivalent combination of education, experience and knowledge.
  • Aptitude for performing general mechanical tasks.
  • Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in plant maintenance.
  • Familiarity with occupational hazards, accident prevention techniques, and personal protective equipment associated with mechanical work and hazardous chemicals.
  • Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and use precision measuring devices.
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to read, understand and follow manufacturer’s service repair manuals and materials safety data sheet.
  • Ability to operate heavy construction machinery and hand and power tools in a skillful and safe manner.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors and the general public.
  • Must pass a controlled substance (drug) test for employment.  This position is also subject to random testing after hire.
  • Possession of a valid driver's license and good driving record.
  • Possession of or ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License within one year (Corbalis Plant only).
  • Possession of or ability to obtain a Pesticide Applicator’s Certification from the Commonwealth of Virginia within one year (Griffith Treatment Plant only).
  • Ability to work overtime and standby as required and to perform work at other Authority facilities other than the principle location.
  • Ability to work unscheduled hours during emergency and/or unusual situations (24-hours/7 days a week).
  • Willingness to learn and perform skilled mechanical tasks up to and including those of a full performance level as a means of increasing knowledge of the mechanical trade and developing the necessary skills required for advancement.
  • Must pass a respiratory physical for respirator and self-contained breathing apparatus use and a respiratory fit test. Must maintain personal grooming standards for effective use of the equipment.
  • Working conditions may include - Exposure to noise, odors, heat, cold, dust, fumes, vapors or mist, hazardous materials and conditions.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to lift up to 100 pounds and climb ladders, steps, and scaffolding.
  • Ability to perform manual physical labor that may include long periods of standing, bending, twisting, stooping and climbing.
  • Ability to work in confined spaces.
  • Ability to wear a respirator.

Company

Fairfax County Water Authority (Fairfax Water) is Virginia's largest water utility, serving one out of every five Virginians who obtain their water from public utilities. Nearly 1.5 million people in the Northern Virginia communities of Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William and Alexandria depend on Fairfax Water for superior drinking water.

That's 1.5 million friends, neighbors and family members. We don't need any other reason to demand the highest in water quality standards!
Chartered in 1957 by the Virginia State Corporation Commission as a public, non-profit water utility, Fairfax Water operates four water treatment plants with a combined capacity of 262 million gallons per day. The plants include the Corbalis Treatment Plant, operating on the dependable and free-flowing Potomac River in the northwestern area of Fairfax County, and the Griffith Treatment Plant on the impounded Occoquan River in the southeastern area. Water is distributed throughout Fairfax Water's service area through nearly 3,200 miles of water mains.

Fairfax Water produces, on average, 148 million gallons of water per day. More than 235,000 mostly residential accounts in Fairfax County comprise about 60 percent of total water sales. Approximately 40 percent of total water sales are wholesaled to Loudoun and Prince William Counties, the City of Alexandria, the Town of Herndon, Ft. Belvoir and Dulles Airport. Revenues in 2005 were $120 million.

Fairfax Water is governed by a ten-member Board of Directors composed of Fairfax County citizens who are appointed by the elected Board of Supervisors of Fairfax County. A General Manager, supported by a senior staff of engineering and business professionals, manages the day-to-day operations of Fairfax Water.
Summary of Benefits
Regular Full-time Employees

PAID LEAVE
? Vacation Days Per Year Service Years
13 0 < 3 years
19 3 < 15 years
26 15+ years

? Sick Leave
13 days per year for you and/or your household dependent's illness and care.

? Holidays
JAN New Year's Day, Inauguration Day & Martin Luther King Day
FEB Presidents' Day
MAY Memorial Day
JULY Independence Day
SEPT Labor Day
OCT Columbus Day
NOV Veterans' Day, Thanksgiving Day & Day After Thanksgiving
DEC Christmas Eve (1/2 Day) & Christmas Day
** Plus one Discretionary Holiday to be taken during the calendar year.

INSURANCE
? Health which also includes Medical / Dental / Vision / Rx
? Life
? Long-Term Disability (effective after 36 months of employment)
? Voluntary Long-Term Care (at employees' cost)

RETIREMENT

? Fairfax Water Retirement Plan
? 457 Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

? Tuition Reimbursement
? Professional Development
? Child/Adult Care Reimbursement Plan
? Flexible Spending Accounts
? Holiday Parties and Picnics
? Credit Union Membership
? Direct Deposit

Fairfax Water is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to our employees and their eligible dependents, as well as opportunities for continued education and professional development.

Employee-paid premiums and contributions are deducted on a pre-tax basis.

This review is intended to be a brief summary of the major benefits provided by Fairfax Water. In all instances, plan documents and policies govern the eligibility and administration of each benefit plan.

Company info
Website
Location
8570 Executive Park Avenue
Fairfax
VA
22031
US

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