Plant Mechanic II
- Employer
- Fairfax County Government
- Location
- LORTON (JP04), VA
- Salary
- $46,175.79 - $76,959.58 Annually
- Closing date
- Feb 11, 2019
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- Industry
- Automotive, Government and Public Services, State & Local
- Function
- Automotive Repair and Mechanic
- Hours
- Full Time
- Career Level
- Experienced (Non-Manager)
Job Details
- Performs as a skilled journey-level plant mechanic performing mechanical work, troubleshooting, corrective and emergency repairs to equipment in an industrial setting;
- Troubleshoots and determines the cause of equipment failure in specialized machinery which includes starters, pumps, motors and generators;
- Repairs various types of specialized machinery located in wastewater treatment stations;
- Performs major and general rehabilitation and replacement repairs on fixtures and valves throughout the facility to include wastewater, sludge, hydraulics, air and water to include excavation, trenching and shoring;
- Uses wastewater related computer software to maintain work orders, requisition parts and access an online O&M manual.
Any combination of education, training, and experience equivalent to the following: graduation from high school, or a GED issued by a state department of education, or completion of a registered apprenticeship program and three years of experience in the maintenance and repair of pumps, motors and other wastewater equipment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of the methods, tools and equipment used in mechanical maintenance and repair work. Ability to observe plant equipment and determine when it is operating effectively. Ability to read and understand the following manufacturers service and repair manuals.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
A valid driver's license.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:With or without reasonable accommodation. Ability to lift 50-75 pounds in a safe and correct manner. Ability to work outside in harsh environments such as extreme heat and cold. Ability to work from elevated areas and in confined spaces. Must be able to bend, stoop and stand for prolonged periods of time.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, a driving record check, and a pre-employment physical examination to the satisfaction of the employer. Subject to 24-hour call back and must, therefore, be able to work emergency overtime. Subject to working in adverse weather conditions and may be exposed to raw waste. This position is designated as one of the agency's emergency personnel positions, which are essential to providing uninterrupted wastewater service to citizens during inclement weather or other types of operational emergencies.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview.
It is the policy of Fairfax County Government to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY.
Company
Fairfax County, Virginia is a diverse and thriving urban county. As the most populous jurisdiction in both Virginia and the Washington metropolitan area, the County's population exceeds that of seven states. The median household income of Fairfax County is one of the highest in the nation and over half of its adult residents have four-year college degrees or more educational attainment. Fairfax County also is home to an extensive commercial office market and is a major employment center.
Fairfax County Government is a great place to work, with a variety of jobs in different fields, great benefits, and an enjoyable working environment. We serve nearly one million residents in one of the largest counties in the country. Our talented employees have established Fairfax County as a leader in nearly every facet of public service and have won national recognition as innovators in local government.The size of Fairfax County government and the diversity of services it provides to citizens allows opportunities for personal growth and development, without ever having to change employers. In addition to pay, Fairfax County Government provides an employee benefits package worth approximately 25% of your salary in additional compensation. This package of benefits consists of programs designed to protect you and your family during your employment with the county and into your retirement years.
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Group Term Life Insurance
Contributory Retirement Plan
Deferred Compensation
Flexible Spending Account Programs
Long Term Disability Insurance
Long Term Care Plan
Tuition Assistance Program
Employees' Child Care Center
Virginia College Savings Plans
Fairfax County's Application Process: Fairfax County uses an online application process called NEOGOV at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobsfor nearly all positions.
Applicants who need assistance with the online application process are welcome to come to the Application Center at Fairfax County's HR Central where staff will be happy to work with you to establish an account and get your resume into the system. HR Central is located in the Government Center at 12000 Government Center Parkway, Suite 270, Fairfax, VA, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Or call 703-222-5872 for more information.
For more information on applying, please click here - https://www.governmentjobs.com/home/applicationguide.
- Website
- https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/topics/jobs
- Location
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12000 Government Center Parkway
Suite 270
Fairfax
VA
22035-0034
US
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