Job Details
Salary: $43,862.89 Annually
Location : Winston-Salem, NC
Job Type: Full-Time / Permanent
Job Number: 07030
Department: Utilities
Division: Wastewater Treatment Plants
Opening Date: 05/01/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
Under immediate supervision, performs responsible skilled work in the maintenance, repair and replacement of machinery and equipment in water or wastewater treatment plants; does related work as required.
Examples of Duties
- Maintains, repairs, dismantles and overhauls varied plant equipment such as bar screens, grit collectors, conveyors, mechanical grinders, pumps, engines and blowers, gas and air compressors, ventilation systems and chlorinators.
- Performs complete overhaul of treatment plant machinery and equipment, including chlorinators, evaporators, chemical feeders, conveyors and pumps of all types.
- Maintains large filters involving adjusting and installing control valves and units; replaces high pressure steam lines and works on return lines and installs valves.
- Makes major and minor repairs to water mains and pumps sewage treatment plant on a relief basis or as needed; may be required to operate a treatment plant.
Typical QualificationsEducation and Experience: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma and considerable mechanical maintenance including the repair and maintenance of water or wastewater treatment and pumping equipment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: General knowledge of the installation, repair and maintenance of the mechanical, hydraulic and electrical components of water and wastewater treatment and pump station equipment; thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions of the work; skill in the use and care of tools of the trade; ability to determine improper operation of water and wastewater pumping and treatment equipment, and to take proper remedial action; ability to follow oral and written directions; ability to supervise the work of skilled helpers; ability to work under adverse conditions.
Supplemental Information- Possession of a valid North Carolina Class B Commercial Drivers License or ability to acquire one within 6 months
- On call work required.
Hard-To-Fill Sign-On Incentive This position has been designated by the City Manager as hard-to-fill and eligible for a one-time sign-on incentive. Please refer to the for additional information and eligibility rules.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS - 401a Contribution (employee match not required)
- Bus Pass Program
- Education Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Suggestion Program
- Family and Medical Leave
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Group Health Insurance
- Group Dental Insurance
- Jury Duty Leave
- Life/Accidental Death Insurance
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Military Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Promotion from Within
- Retirement/Pension Plan (State of NC)
- School Leave
- Shared Leave
- Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Sick Leave
- Training
- Vacation Leave
- Wellness Program
The City of Winston-Salem's employment practices are guided by federal, state, and local rules and regulations guaranteeing employment opportunities to all persons without regard to and prohibiting discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, religion, political affiliation or beliefs, national origin or handicap, unless a bonafide occupational qualification exists.
01
Do you have a valid North Carolina class B commercial drivers license?
- No
- Yes
- No, but I can obtain one within 6 months
02
On call work is required for this position. Are you able to fulfill this requirement?
Required Question