WSS Equipment Mechanic I (Full-Performance/Trainee)

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Arlington County requires all applicants to thoroughly complete each section of the application, including prior job responsibilities, duties, and supplemental questions. While you may attach a resume, it will not replace a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The Department of Environmental Services (DES) is seeking an Equipment Mechanic I to join the Water, Sewer & Streets (WSS) Bureau to perform mechanical, electrical, and related repairs and preventive maintenance on a variety of small- to moderate-sized engines, large stationary equipment, and building systems. The position requires strong mechanical knowledge, sound troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently on a diverse range of equipment and systems.

Major Job Duties:

• Diagnosing mechanical, electrical, and operational problems with equipment and systems and determining appropriate repair, adjustment, replacement, and maintenance techniques;
• Performing preventive maintenance and corrective repairs on engines, equipment, machinery, and building systems;
• Inspecting equipment to identify worn, damaged, or malfunctioning components and testing equipment after repairs to verify proper operation, performance, and safety;
• Disassembling, repairing, replacing, adjusting, and reassembling mechanical and electrical components;
• Working during snow events and emergency operations, which may include extended, overnight, weekend, or holiday shifts;
• Operating, monitoring, maintaining, and troubleshooting snow melters and associated equipment during snow removal operations including performing preventive and corrective maintenance on snow melting equipment to ensure reliable operation during winter weather events;
• Maintaining accurate records of inspections, repairs, maintenance activities, and parts used in the County’s asset management system (Cartegraph); and
• Following established safety procedures, applicable standards, and departmental policies while working collaboratively with other maintenance and operations staff to support reliable and efficient WSS operations.

Employee will be hired at either Full Performance or Trainee Level depending on qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications:

Full Performance Level:

• High School Diploma/GED and/or specialized technical training;
• At least 18 months' experience performing mechanical repair and maintenance on similar equipment; and
• Experience using an automated records system.

Trainee Level:

• High School Diploma/GED and/or specialized technical training;
• At least 6 months' experience performing mechanical repair and maintenance on similar equipment; and
• Experience using an automated records system.

Desirable Qualifications: Preference may be given to candidates with specialized technical training and/or experience in one or more of the following:

• Construction, utility operations, or technical areas related to water, sewer, streets, or other public works operations;
• Troubleshooting, operating, maintaining, and repairing large stationary equipment, engines, pumps, or related mechanical systems;
• Operating and maintaining snow removal or snow melting equipment;
• Working during snow events, emergency operations, or other weather-related operational responses; and/or
• Using Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Special Requirements:Licenses/Certifications: Additional work-related certifications may be required within twelve (12) months of hire, depending on the area of assignment. These may include, but are not limited to:

• First Aid and CPR
• Confined Space Entry

Background Check: A pre-employment criminal records check will be conducted. It will include checks of the following: criminal record, driving record, education, professional licensure, and credit history. You will be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information.

Driver's License: The selected candidate must possess, and maintain, a valid driver’s license, and must provide or authorize Arlington County to obtain a copy of official driving record. Any offer of employment may be contingent upon favorable review of the applicant’s driving record. Alternatively, the applicant must have the ability and willingness to use alternative methods of transportation to perform assigned duties and responsibilities at locations other than the primary worksite.

Trainee Level: If an employee is hired at the trainee level, a training period will be established to last no longer than the equivalent of 12 months. At or before the end of the training period, the employee must meet experience, training, and proficiency requirements for the journey level position. Once the candidate qualifies, they will be appointed to the position.

Please complete each section of the application including the supplemental questions. Your responses to the supplemental questions are required because they provide us with specific information necessary to evaluate your qualifications for this position. These responses are considered part of the selection process. A resume may be attached; however, it will not substitute for a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please do not write "see resume" as a response to the questions. In accordance with § 19.2-392.15, applicants are not required to provide information regarding sealed arrests, charges, or convictions in response to any questions or inquiries during the hiring process.

Working Conditions:

• Performs activities inside and outside.
• Subject to hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.
• Subject to one or more of the following conditions: Fumes, odors, dusts, mists, loud noises, gases or poor ventilation, oils, and other cutting fluids.
• Spends long periods of time standing, crouching, stooping, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying.
• Required to wear common protective gear or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, or hard hats.
• Work is performed as part of a 24/7 operation and the worker must be available to work shifts as necessary.

Physical Requirements:

• Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Additional Information:Work Hours: Core work hours are generally 6:30 am – 3:00 pm Monday through Friday. However, employees are subject to occasional shift rotation, based on department needs. Employees must be available to work after hours and for call-back in emergency situations (e.g. snow removal, sanitary sewer overflows, etc.).

This position is eligible for County government employee benefits that include health, dental, vacation and sick leave, commuter transportation subsidies, tuition reimbursement, as well as a generous retirement plan.

For more information on Arlington County's generous benefits and retirement plan, click here.

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