Plant Mechanic I/II, Fairfax Water, Fairfax, VA
Fairfax Water -
Fairfax, VA,
US
Plant Mechanic I/II
Date Posted: 2024-06-01
Job description
Salary : $46,734.48 - $84,217.95 Annually
Location : Herndon, VA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 201600983
Division: Production
Department: Plant Maintenance
Opening Date: 03/25/2024
Closing Date: 6/13/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Under close supervision of the Supervisor, Plant Maintenance, or an experienced plant mechanic, 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 treatment plant building and grounds. This position is considered essential personnel by Fairfax Water.
Examples of Duties
Typical Qualifications
In lieu of mechanical maintenance experience, candidates with:
Fairfax Water is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to our employees and their eligible dependents, as well as opportunity for continued education and professional development. A summary of these benefits is listed below.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Fairfax Water is dedicated to providing equal employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation or transgendered status, or ethnic, national origin, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.
Holidays
January - New Year's Day; Inauguration Day; Martin Luther King Day
February - George Washington Day
May - Memorial Day
June- Juneteenth
July - Independence Day
September - Labor Day
October - Columbus Day
November - Veterans' Day; Thanksgiving Day; Day After Thanksgiving
December - Christmas Eve Day; Christmas Day
Health Insurance - Employee Cost/Month
Employee Only - $100.88
Employee + 1 - $335.74
Family - $ 466.74
The Fairfax Water Health Plan is offered to all permanent full time employees and their eligible dependents. The medical, dental and vision plans are administered by UMR, United Healthcare..
Coverage is effective 1st day of month after hire if hired between the 1st and 15th of the month. If hired between the 16th and 31st of the month, coverage is effective the 1st day of the 2nd month after hire.
Group Life Insurance - Employee Cost Month
Basic = 2 times annual salary
Paid by Fairfax Water
Supplemental 1 to 5 times annual salary
Age-banded rates
Dependent spouse and/or child - $3.00
The Group Life Insurance Plan is offered to all permanent full time employees. Effective date follows same rule as health insurance.
Long-Term Disability
Effective after 36 months of employment with Fairfax Water. Benefit is equivalent to 66.7% of base pay at no cost to the employee.
Fairfax Water Retirement Plan - Is a defined benefit plan in which all regular full time employees are enrolled in at time of hire at no cost to employees. Employees are vested after five years of service.
ICMA 457 Plan - Is a deferred compensation plan which employees can voluntarily participate in with a maximum contribution as established by the IRS on a yearly basis.
Additional Benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts: Fairfax Water offers a Medical Flexible Spending Account where employees may contribute up to $2,750.00 per year on a pre-tax basis for eligible expenses. Fairfax Water offers a Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account where employees may contribute up to $5,000.00 per year on a pre-tax basis for eligible child-care expenses.
Child/Adult Care Reimbursement: Employees with household incomes under $60,000 my be eligible for an annual subsidy for licensed child/adult care ringing from $800.00 to $4,000.00 depending on eligibility.
Professional Development: Reimbursement of approved attendance at professional conferences and seminars
Direct Deposit of pay. Pay days are bi-weekly on Thursday.
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.
Location : Herndon, VA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 201600983
Division: Production
Department: Plant Maintenance
Opening Date: 03/25/2024
Closing Date: 6/13/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Under close supervision of the Supervisor, Plant Maintenance, or an experienced plant mechanic, 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 treatment plant building and grounds. This position is considered essential personnel by Fairfax Water.
Examples of Duties
- Performs a variety of semi-skilled maintenance tasks by:
- Assisting higher-level plant 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 and condition-based maintenance tasks to include inspecting and lubricating plant equipment and machinery in accordance with the 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, forklifts, dump trucks, hand and power tools, snow plows, snow blowers, gauges and safety equipment.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required.
Typical Qualifications
- Graduation from high school or GED and a minimum of one-year related mechanical maintenance experience in to include but not limited to:
- Pump maintenance and repair
- Mechanical maintenance and repair (engine, generator, automotive, building systems, etc.)
- Plumbing installation and repair
In lieu of mechanical maintenance experience, candidates with:
- 2-years of high school Career and Technical Education in Automotive Technology or HVAC or
- 1-year Certificate in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) discipline may be considered.
- 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, contractors 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, as required.
- Completion of a Coast Guard approved boating safety course within one year.
- Ability to work overtime and standby as required and to perform work at other Fairfax Water facilities other than the principal 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 Plant Mechanic II 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.
Fairfax Water is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to our employees and their eligible dependents, as well as opportunity for continued education and professional development. A summary of these benefits is listed below.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Fairfax Water is dedicated to providing equal employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation or transgendered status, or ethnic, national origin, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.
Holidays
January - New Year's Day; Inauguration Day; Martin Luther King Day
February - George Washington Day
May - Memorial Day
June- Juneteenth
July - Independence Day
September - Labor Day
October - Columbus Day
November - Veterans' Day; Thanksgiving Day; Day After Thanksgiving
December - Christmas Eve Day; Christmas Day
Health Insurance - Employee Cost/Month
Employee Only - $100.88
Employee + 1 - $335.74
Family - $ 466.74
The Fairfax Water Health Plan is offered to all permanent full time employees and their eligible dependents. The medical, dental and vision plans are administered by UMR, United Healthcare..
Coverage is effective 1st day of month after hire if hired between the 1st and 15th of the month. If hired between the 16th and 31st of the month, coverage is effective the 1st day of the 2nd month after hire.
Group Life Insurance - Employee Cost Month
Basic = 2 times annual salary
Paid by Fairfax Water
Supplemental 1 to 5 times annual salary
Age-banded rates
Dependent spouse and/or child - $3.00
The Group Life Insurance Plan is offered to all permanent full time employees. Effective date follows same rule as health insurance.
Long-Term Disability
Effective after 36 months of employment with Fairfax Water. Benefit is equivalent to 66.7% of base pay at no cost to the employee.
Fairfax Water Retirement Plan - Is a defined benefit plan in which all regular full time employees are enrolled in at time of hire at no cost to employees. Employees are vested after five years of service.
ICMA 457 Plan - Is a deferred compensation plan which employees can voluntarily participate in with a maximum contribution as established by the IRS on a yearly basis.
Additional Benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts: Fairfax Water offers a Medical Flexible Spending Account where employees may contribute up to $2,750.00 per year on a pre-tax basis for eligible expenses. Fairfax Water offers a Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account where employees may contribute up to $5,000.00 per year on a pre-tax basis for eligible child-care expenses.
Child/Adult Care Reimbursement: Employees with household incomes under $60,000 my be eligible for an annual subsidy for licensed child/adult care ringing from $800.00 to $4,000.00 depending on eligibility.
Professional Development: Reimbursement of approved attendance at professional conferences and seminars
Direct Deposit of pay. Pay days are bi-weekly on Thursday.
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.