"Water Pollution Control Operator Mechanic"

Water Pollution Control Operator Mechanic

Work Schedule TBD, Dependent on Operating Needs: 1st Shift Sunday - Thursday OR 1st Shift Tuesday - Saturday

University of Connecticut, Facilities Operations, Storrs Campus

Salary Range: $69,829.00-$89,418.00 Yearly. Individuals new to state service start at the minimum of the pay plan.

Link to Water Pollution Control Operator Mechanic Job Specification: https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=4374FM&R1=&R3=

Please Note: This position is only open to current, qualified UConn NP-2 employees.

INTRODUCTION

UConn’s Facilities Operations Department has one job opening for a Water Pollution Control Operator Mechanic. This position is responsible for independently performing a full range of highly skilled tasks in the maintenance and repair of all equipment at the Class IV Water Resource Recovery Facility (WRRF) and all associated lift stations to the facilities located at the Storrs Campus. Incumbents in this class will be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current certificates, licenses, and permits including a Class I, Wastewater Treatment Facility Operator Certificate in accordance with the regulations of the State of Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), within 24 months from the date of appointment to the Water Pollution Control Operator Mechanic class.

The Water Pollution Control Operator Mechanic position is a permanent, full-time, 1st Shift 40 hours/week position. The work schedule is to be determined based on operating needs; the work schedule will be either 1st Shift Sunday – Thursday OR 1st Shift Tuesday – Saturday. The work hours will be 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. with a paid half an hour for lunch. This position may be eligible for weekend differential. The hourly rate of pay will be determined based on the employee’s current salary/step.

This position is categorized as Emergency Support Services/Essential Staff. Must be willing and able to work during emergency closures/delayed openings due to inclement weather or for significant events that affect campus operations.

This position may lead Water Pollution Control Operator Trainees and Water Pollution Control Operator 1’s. Some training may be required outside of the established work schedule and on overtime. Applicants must also be willing to respond to emergencies on overtime (nights, weekends, holidays) and may be required to work on holidays.

Please note that Facilities Operations NP-2 employees may also be required to perform job duties as assigned at any of the Regional Campuses.

A current motor vehicle license is required.

SELECTION PLAN

This position is categorized as “Open to Agency Only” and current, qualified UConn NP-2 employees will only be considered for this position.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Performs a full range of duties in the maintenance and specialized operational procedures of equipment and machinery used in Water Pollution Control and Water Reclamation Facilities and all associated lift stations;
• Installs, maintains and performs highly skilled mechanical, plumbing and electrical repairs to equipment such as valves, gauges, non-automotive motors, pumps, timers, switches and relays;
• Designs, fabricates, troubleshoots and installs plumbing and electrical modifications to wastewater and water reclamation process and laboratory equipment;
• Performs specialized electric and fuel welding procedures to construct facility infrastructure modifications and/or repairs;

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply methods and practices related to equipment, machinery and non-automotive engines and processes used in wastewater and water reclamation treatment facilities and associated pumping stations;
• Knowledge of principles and practices involved in maintaining a water pollution control facility;
• Skills: interpersonal skills; oral and written communications skills;
• Ability to read blueprints; obtain labor and parts quotes and estimates; plan, lay out and schedule maintenance assignments; work independently; utilize computer software; conduct routine laboratory and field tests for control of facility operations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Four (4) years of experience in the maintenance and repair of equipment such as pumps, water lines, valves, gear boxes, generators, non-automotive engines; experience with the installation and inspection of pneumatic and hydraulic equipment, use of hand tools, small power tools, cutting tools and associated equipment; Experience with bearings and shaft mechanics; Experience reading and interpreting isometric drawings for equipment rebuilds and alignments; experience with belt installations and maintenance, oil changes, cleaning and painting of equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

One (1) year of the General Experience must have been in the repair and maintenance of water, wastewater, or equivalent complex facility.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Experience serving in a leadership capacity.
2. Demonstrated experience in the supervision of employees in various job classifications such as student labor apprentices, skilled trades apprentices, or trainees in the wastewater field.