Pumping Station Mechanic I

Salary: $20.76 - $23.73 Hourly Location : Fullerton, MD Job Type: MERIT Job Number: 08.286 8-24 Department: PUBLIC WORKS: UTILITIES Opening Date: 08/20/2024 Closing Date: Continuous Pay Schedule II, Grade H18, Regular Schedule: 40 hours per week Vacancies exist in the Department of Public Works and Transportation, Bureau of Utilities, Pumping Division. A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below. Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants. All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time. List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications. Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time. You can attach your license(s) and certifications to your application. Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education may result in your application not being considered. Proof of license(s) and certificates must be submitted with each application. Examples of Duties Under close supervision, participates in the repair, maintenance, inspection, and installation of mechanical, electrical, and electronic components used in sewerage pumping stations, treatment plants, and related facilities. Responsible for operating vehicles, multiple pieces of equipment and housekeeping in support of pumping operations. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Participates in the regular, periodic inspection and preventative maintenance of sewerage pumping stations. Performs minor repairs and maintenance to mechanical and electrical equipment such as pumps, motors, and control systems. Assists pumping station mechanics and others in major repairs of mechanical and electrical equipment such as pumps, motors, and control systems. Retrieves tools, supplies, and equipment for mechanics or others. Participates in the inspection, maintenance and repair of pumps. Greases pumps. Replaces packing. Cleans and pulls debris from pumps. Inspects pump engines. Changes engine oil and filters. Checks engine batteries and replaces batteries as required. Pulls and cleans sump pumps. Runs station pump tests. Checks telemetering alarm systems. Checks and replaces recording charts. Performs general plant maintenance on pumping stations, their grounds, and other bureau facilities (i.e. Grass cutting, snow removal and general housekeeping). Prepares work orders using county owned technology and Cityworks software. Responds to bureau emergencies and alarms of equipment malfunctions at pumping stations. Participates in safety training exercises. Operate and care of county owned vehicles and equipment including mowers. Examples of Other Duties: Performs other related duties as required. (NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.) Qualifications High School Diploma or GED Equivalent and experience in installation and light maintenance of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. One year preferred experience in the repair, maintenance, and installation of mechanical equipment in a sewerage pumping station or sewerage treatment plant. Related training may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required experience. Licenses and Certificates Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a noncommercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment. EXAMINATION PROCEDURE Qualified applicants will be assigned a rating based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application. Be sure to state the dates, duties and responsibilities of past and present employment clearly and completely for evaluation purposes. Conditions of Employment Employees in this classification may be assigned to a work shift which includes nights, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Employees in this classification are subject to call to duty in emergencies, and will be required to work overtime as needed. Physical and Environmental Conditions The work of this classification entails the performance of heavy physical labor including bending, stooping, lifting and carrying heavy objects, and the operation of vehicles, tools, and equipment. Work requires exposure to potentially hazardous conditions such as raw sewerage, confined space, adverse weather, and live electrical wires. Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment background investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification, and fingerprinting checks. Employment Benefits for Full-Time, Merit or Classified Employees Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise. Equal Opportunity Employer Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants. Smoke free workplace All Baltimore County offices are smoke free. Drug free workplace Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination. SalaryAnnual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated. Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County. Employee Assistance Program Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life. Health Insurance Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include: Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance. Flexible Spending Accounts Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs. Life Insurance Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000. Retirement Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions. Paid Leave Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification. Sick Leave Vacation Leave Personal Leave Holidays Bereavement Leave Jury Leave Military LeaveBaltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services. Direct Deposit Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required. Educational Assistance 70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group. Deferred Compensation Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice. Disclaimer This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions. 01 Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for this position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.I have read and understand the above statement. Yes No 02 Instructions The purpose of the supplemental questions listed below is to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this job classification. Answer each question accurately and thoroughly. The experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History section of this application. If you cite experience in your response that is not included on the Work History section of this application, your application may be considered incomplete and you may not receive further consideration for this position. Questions with text answers require you to include the name of the employer/organization and dates of the specific experience.I have read and understand the above instructions regarding supplemental questions. Yes No 03 Do you have experience in the installation and light maintenance of electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems? Be sure to reference this information on your application. Yes No 04 Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application.If you selected "No" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A to this question. 05 Do you have professional experience working in confined/tight spaces? (Must be able to go down a manhole.) Be sure to reference this information in the work experience/history section of the application. Yes No 06 Do you have previous or current work experience performing preventative maintenance of sewerage pumping stations? Yes No 07 Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application.If you selected "No" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A to this question. 08 Do you have work experience performing minor repairs and maintenance to mechanical and electrical equipment such as pumps, motors, and control systems. Yes No 09 Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application.If you selected "No" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A to this question. 10 Are you willing and able to work outside in all types of weather conditions (storms, snow, ice and heat etc.)? Yes No 11 Are you willing and able to work in wooded remote areas of Baltimore County? Yes No 12 Driver License Select the type of driver's license you currently hold. Be sure you have provided your driver license number, class and state in the previous section of this application. Commercial Driver's License equivalent to commercial, Class A Maryland drivers license. Commercial Driver's License equivalent to commercial, Class B Maryland drivers license. Non-Commercial Driver's License equivalent to non-commercial, Class C Maryland drivers license. Provisional Non-Commercial Driver's License equivalent to non-commercial, Class Provisional C Maryland drivers license. Driver's License Learners Permit I do not have a driver's license. 13 DOT card Do you have a current Medical Examiner's Certificate (DOT card)? A copy of your Medical Examiner's Certificate (DOT card) must be mailed or submitted to Baltimore County Office of Human Resources in order to be considered for this position. Documents can be mailed to the Office of Human Resources, 308 Allegheny Ave., Towson, MD 21204, ATTN: Pumping Station Mechanic I Yes No 14 Select the driver's license endorsements that you currently possess? Check all that apply. Air Brake Endorsement Tanker Endorsement Passenger Endorsement I do not have any driver's license endorsement listed above 15 EMERGENCY ESSENTIAL I understand work within this classification requires mandatory overtime and call-back for all types of weather or other emergencies that could occur on weekends and holidays. Refusal to report to work when required will result in termination of employment. I agree to working this mandatory overtime and call-back. Yes No 16 Are you willing and able to perform heavy physical labor including bending, stooping, lifting and carrying heavy objects weighing up to 100 pounds? Yes No 17 Are you willing and able to work in sewage, manholes and confined/tight spaces? Yes No 18 The work of this classification entails the performance of heavy physical labor including bending, stooping, lifting and carrying heavy objects, and the operation of vehicles, tools, and equipment. Work requires exposure to potentially hazardous conditions such as raw sewerage, confined space, adverse weather, and live electrical wires. Are you willing and able to accept these conditions of employment? Yes No 19 Employees in this classification may be assigned to a work shift which includes nights, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Employees in this classification are subject to call to duty in emergencies, and will be required to work overtime as needed. Are you willing and able to accept this condition of employment? Yes No 20 Are you currently a merit (full-time), non-merit (part-time), or temporary employee of the Baltimore County General Government?Employees of Baltimore County Public Schools, Baltimore County Public Library, Baltimore County's court systems or Baltimore County Community College and employees of temporary services used by the County are not considered employees of the Baltimore County General Government. Yes No 21 I understand I am responsible for maintaining the accuracy of my contact information, including my street address, my e-mail address, and my contact telephone numbers. My failure to maintain accurate contact information may result in my not receiving information regarding this job announcement and/or may result in my not being further considered for this employment opportunity. To update this information visit click on the "career seekers" link, and then follow the prompts. Yes Required Question

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