Job description

CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION

WATERBURY, CONNECTICUT

OPEN COMPETITIVE EXAM #2465

OPEN COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR: GENERAL UTILITY MECHANIC

SALARY: $23.39 ~ $28.46/Hour (NOTE: NEW HIRES START AT THE BEGINNING OF RANGE)

FRINGE BENEFITS: Choose from available health insurance plans (employee contributions vary) Prescription Drug Rider, Dental Plan, Group Life Insurance for Individual; Retirement Plan; paid Holidays; paid Vacation Days; paid Sick Days; paid Personal Days.

LAST DAYFOR FILING APPLICATIONS

APPLICATIONS: May be obtained by visiting our website at www.waterburyct.orgor at the Civil Service Office, Chase Municipal Building, 236 Grand St., Waterbury, CT 06702 & must be on file by 4:50 p.m. on:

UNTIL SUFFICIENT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED

IMPORTANT:

Veterans – Veteran’s points will be awarded in accordance with the Connecticut State Statute. Five (5) for non-disabled veterans, ten (10) for disabled veterans. Proper documentation must be submitted to the Personnel Director before the date of the examination.

Residents – Ten (10) Residency points shall be added in accordance with the amendment to the Civil Service Ordinances for Maintainer I position dated August 21, 2017. Proper documentation and proof of residence must be submitted no later than the closing date for applications.

EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative only)

EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE/REPAIR: Inspects, repairs, services, and maintains functional parts of mechanical equipment and machinery such as pumps, generators, compressor, specialized grass mowers and snow blowers. Runs equipment and machinery to test its functioning, use various tools and diagnostic equipment to ascertain malfunctions. Troubleshooting HVAC, performing routine preventative maintenance and assigned work orders. Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair equipment breakdowns involving mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic components. Monitor equipment performance and makes adjustments as required or requested.

MANUAL LABOR: Tear down equipment, rebuild and replace defective parts and component units such as motors, gear boxes, clutches, bearings and electrical units as needed. Participate in show removal process.
Performs related duties as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Good knowledge of gasoline and diesel engines and electric motors as pertinent to the repair, maintenance and servicing of pumps, generators, compressors, snow blowers, specialized grass mowers and other types of equipment and machinery in this capacity; ability to use hand tools and mechanical, electrical and diagnostic equipment; ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to work long hours under emergency conditions, such as snow removal. Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position.

IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION YOU MUST INDICATE ON YOUR APPLICATION THAT AS OF THE CLOSING DATE YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

· Two (2) years of actual employment experience inspecting, repairing, servicing, and maintaining mechanical equipment and machinery such as pumps, generators, compressors, snow blowers, building equipment or specialized park or golf course equipment.

· One year of employment experience may be substituted with graduation or certifications from a mechanical, building, construction or similar trade school or vocational education, training or certification.

· Completion of High School or a G.E.D.

· Must possess a valid State license with a good driving history.

COPIES OF HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA, TRANSCRIPTS OR GED

MUST BE SUBMITTED AT TIME OF APPLICATION

CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION

WATERBURY, CONNECTICUT

OPEN COMPETITIVE EXAM #2465

OPEN COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR: GENERAL UTILITY MECHANIC

Working Conditions, Physical and Mental Requirements

Employees appointed to positions in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties of the class. A physical examination may be required.

Frequency: Place an “X” in each box that is appropriate to your job.

NEVER (N)

OCCASIONALLY (O)

FREQUENTLY (F)

CONSTANTLY (C)

0 % of Shift

1-33% of Shift

34-66% of Shift

67-100% of Shift

Working Conditions

N

O

F

C

Working Conditions

N

O

F

C

Physical Demands

Depth Perception

x

Standing

x

Color Distinction

x

Walking

x

Peripheral Vision

x

Sitting

x

Driving

x

Lifting

x

Physical Strength:

Carrying

x

Little Physical Effort (-10 lbs.)

x

Pushing

x

Light Work (-20 lbs.)

x

Pulling

x

Medium Work (20-50 lbs.)

x

Climbing

x

Heavy Work (50-100 lbs.)

x

Balancing

x

Very Heavy Work (100+ lbs.)

x

Stooping

x

Environmental Conditions

Kneeling

x

Cold (50 degrees F or less)

x

Crouching

x

Heat (90 degrees F or more)

x

Crawling

x

Temperature Changes

x

Reaching

x

Wetness

x

Handling

x

Humidity

x

Grasping

x

Extreme Noise or Vibration

x

Twisting

x

Exposure to Chemicals

x

Feeling

x

Exposure to Gases and Fumes

x

Talking

x

Exposure to Unpleasant Odors

x

Hearing

x

Exposure to bodily fluids

x

Repetitive Motion

x

Exposure to dampness

x

Hand/Eye/Foot Coordination

x

Confinement to Small or Restricting Area

x

Visual Acuity/Near

x

Mechanical Hazards

x

Visual Acuity/Far

x

Physical danger or abuse

x

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities and duties performed by personnel so classified. The City of Waterbury and Waterbury Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the District when necessary.

This position is covered under the written agreement between the City of Waterbury and the Waterbury City Employees Local 353, AFSCME. The Parts and Weights for this examination will be determined prior to conducting the exam. Individuals appointed shall be required to serve a working test period which will be, in effect, the final phase of the examination.

Appeal Process- An applicant may appeal notice of not meeting the minimum qualifications (Civil Service Rules and Regulations, Section 3741, Subsection B, Article 9) to the Civil Service Commission within seven (7) days of the date on such notice. Please notify the Civil Service Office of a change in address. Notification will be mailed to the address written on your application.

THE CITYOF WATERBURY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

E.O.E. M/F/D/V

EEOP Utilization Report available upon request

2/18/2022 NW

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.39 - $28.46 per hour

Work Location: One location

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