JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: UTILITY MAINTENANCE PERSON – INSTRUMENT TECHNICIAN
OCCUPATION: Skilled Craft Workers (07)
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt (Union)
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: #2931
A.
OVERALL PURPOSE/SUMMARY
This is a training position pursuant to achieving qualifications to bid on the
Instrument technician position. Under general supervision, perform semi-skilled
work in maintaining and repairing District equipment, machinery, facilities and
grounds; work with others in the installation, modification, maintenance and repair of
District equipment and structures and perform related work as required.
B.
SCOPE OF DEPARTMENT
Plant Operation and Maintenance.
C.
INTERFACES
Internal:
The incumbent typically interfaces with other plant or operations personnel.
External:
Not typically applicable.
D.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Performs any combination of (but not limited to) the following duties according to
specific departmental guidelines:
1. Assist in and performance of work in the electrical and instrumentation areas
such as installing, troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining and calibrating plant
instrumentation, including but not limited to electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic,
electronic and microprocessor based equipment; calculate output values from
operating variables, install conduit and pull wiring, minor fabrication.
2. Operate District vehicles and equipment required for the transportation of
equipment.
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3. Participate in the Preventive and Predictive Maintenance Program of District
facilities, including the lubrication and inspection of mechanical and electrical
equipment.
4. Assist and perform troubleshooting and analysis of faulty equipment.
5. Utilize the computerized maintenance management system to input and
retrieve information.
6. Observe safe work practices.
7. *Perform other related work as required.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
E.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Minimum Requirements
1. High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (G.E.D.), trade, or
technical school graduate.
2. Two (2) years of instrumentation maintenance experience desired. Additional
related education may be substituted for work experience.
3. Successful attainment of training milestones as defined by the Collective
Bargaining Agreement.
4. Basic knowledge and skills in mechanical and/or electrical trades, including
inspection and record keeping.
5. Knowledge of lubrication and application.
6. Ability to interpret illustrated parts breakdowns, engineering drawings,
sketches, etc.
7. Demonstrated competency and ability to successfully complete proficiency
tests in basic writing, math, reading and communication, and other job related
subjects.
8. Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
9. Ability to make sound judgments and decisions based on interpretation of data.
10. Ability to assist in training of others in the work.
11. Good knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of work.
12. Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools.
13. Ability to comply with safety standard to not have facial hair that would
impede proper seal of breathing apparatus (self-contained breathing apparatus S.C.B.A.).
F.
LICENSE, CERTIFICATION AND/OR PERMIT
Minimum Requirements
1. Must have appropriate and valid Ohio driver’s license(s) to operate vehicles.
2. Driving record that is acceptable to the District’s insurance carrier.
G.
WORKING CONDITIONS
1. Exposure to usual noise associated with equipment and plant environment.
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2. May be exposed to noises associated with traffic and two-way radios.
3. May be exposed to odors from plant processes and laboratory field samples.
4. Exposure to atmospheric conditions such as heat, cold, dust, fumes, vapors, or
mists.
5. May work in confined spaces.
6. May work from heights on ladders and platforms.
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
• This is a training position requiring successful completion of training Milestone 3, as
defined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement, within two years of being awarded
the UMP position. Upon successful completion of training Milestone 3, the employee
will receive an additional incentive equal to 25% of the pay rate difference between
the UMP base rate and the base pay rate of the Instrument Technician.
• Within two years of being awarded the Milestone 3 incentive, the employee is
required to successfully complete training Milestone 4 as defined in the collective
bargaining agreement. Upon successful completion of training Milestone 4, the
employee will receive an additional incentive equal to 25% of the pay rate difference
between the UMP base rate and the base pay rate of the Instrument Technician
Upon satisfactory completion of these last two Milestones, employees must bid on the
Instrument Technician position.
• To be considered for this position, all diplomas, licenses and other credentials must be
on file before bidding closes.
• The above is intended to describe the general content and requirements of this job. It
is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or
requirements.
• As per the Americans with Disabilities Act, “essential functions” are those
fundamental duties an individual must be able to perform. They are a direct link to
the reason why the job exists. “Non-essential” functions are performed occasionally.
The *asterisk represents “non-essential” functions.
RATE: $20.69/HR
Applications can be obtained from The Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District, 3900 Euclid
Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115 or e-mail your resume to [email protected]
(Attn: UMP - Instrumentation Technician).
Applications and/or resumes must be received by close of business Monday, May 24, 2010.
The Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, ADA
EMPLOYER and a SUBSTANCE-FREE WORKPLACE
Website: www.neorsd.org