OUC - The Reliable One, an industry leader and the second largest municipal utility in Florida committed to serving the community and the environment is presently recruiting for a Technician (WPRO) - Mechanical Specialty to be part of our growing team in the Electric & Water Production division.

We are looking for a highly technical and efficient problem solver with troubleshooting skills who will be responsible for the general operation, maintenance, and installation of water treatment plant equipment and systems in the Water Production department.

OUC’s mission is to provide exceptional value to our customers and community through the delivery of sustainable and reliable services and solutions.

The ideal candidate will have:

• High school diploma or GED, AND equivalent trade school training or formal college education or military training outlined below is required:
• Completion of trade school formal training (two (2) years minimum) with an emphasis in mechanical, electrical or control systems (OR)
• Associate's Degree in Engineering [with an emphasis in, mechanical, electrical, or control systems, (OR)
• 1,000 hours of military training in mechanical, electrical, or control systems.
• 2+ years of work experience in a related maintenance specialty is required
• Must have Mechanic Journeyman level skills (pipefitting or welding)

OUC’s offers a very competitive compensation and benefits package. OUC Total Rewards package includes, to cite a few:

• Competitive compensation
• Low cost medical, dental benefits, and paid life insurance premiums with no probationary period
• Retirement benefits include a cash balance account with employer matching along with a health reimbursement account
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Educational and professional assistance programs;
• Paid memberships in professional Associations;
• Paid conference and training opportunities
• Free downtown parking

Salary Range: $24.65 - $37.75 per hour commensurate with experience (est. $51,288 – $78,530 annually)

Location: 6113 Pershing Ave, Orlando, FL 32822

Job Purpose:

The Technician is a member of the Water Production Maintenance team, responsible for the general operation, maintenance, and installation of water treatment plant equipment and systems. This includes Mechanical, Electrical, and Control systems, including pumps, motors, valves, air compressors, chemical feeders, instrumentation/controls, PLCs, and other typical water treatment plant equipment and systems. Responsible for buildings, structures, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and control systems, and other support-related equipment. This role generally works alone and reports directly to the Supervisor of Maintenance.

Primary Functions:

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on all types of water treatment plant equipment and systems.
• Troubleshoot or assist in troubleshooting equipment problems identified by Water Systems Operations.
• Perform routine equipment inspection, water chemical analysis and recording, and chemical system servicing on a routine basis or as scheduled.
• Install and repair all types of mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems or with assistance from vendors, contractors, and other OUC business units as required. May assume a leadership role on large maintenance projects.
• Report and document maintenance performed. Identify preventative maintenance tasks to be performed.
• Operate Water Production equipment and facilities as requested or required especially during adverse weather conditions.
• Identify and specify spare parts and tool requirements.
• Assist other maintenance and operations personnel as requested.
• Perform routine and emergency maintenance in the presence of hazardous chemicals using all proper safety equipment, including SCBA (self-contained breathing apparatus).
• Design and install improvement projects.
• Specify and purchase material as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Technical Requirements:

• Working knowledge of all, but not limited to the following:
• Maintenance and Installation of mechanical, electrical, or controls systems such as those found in the OUC water treatment plants.
• Hand tools and advanced maintenance skills.
• Ability to:
• Ability to work stand-by duty on a rotating basis.
• Ability to work in confined spaces such as underground vaults.
• Ability to work at substantial heights such as overhead water storage tanks.
• Training in hazardous material handling is desirable, especially related to ozone, chlorine, caustic soda, hydrofluosilicic acid, and liquid oxygen.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and unsupervised when necessary.
• Demonstrated communications skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated ability to use a personal computer.

Education/ Certification/ Years of Experience Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent;
• Equivalent trade school training or formal college education or military training outlined below is required:
• Completion of trade school formal training (two (2) years minimum) with an emphasis in mechanical, electrical, or control systems (or)
• Associate's Degree in Engineering [with an emphasis in, mechanical, electrical, or control systems, (or)
• 1,000 hours of military training in mechanical, electrical, or control systems.
• A minimum of 2 years of work experience in a related maintenance specialty is required. Equivalent other directly related maintenance experience may be considered.
• Demonstrated a good safety record, including a driver's license in accordance with the current OUC policy.
• Must possess a valid Class C Water Plant Operator’s License Issued by the State of Florida at the start date or obtain it within 12 months of employment.
• Must possess a Hazardous Materials Technician Level HAZWOPER Certification at the start date or obtain it within 12 months of employment.

Working Conditions:

This job will involve very frequent exposure to chemicals and/or excessive noise. This job also involves frequent exposure to extreme weather conditions and insects. This job may involve occasional exposure to noxious fumes and heights/confined areas. In order to perform the required duties, the Technician may be assigned the use of an OUC vehicle on an eight-hour basis. Required on short notice, to work extended hours when required, including nights, weekends, and all holidays under potentially adverse conditions.

Physical Requirements:

This job consists of very frequent standing, lifting up to twenty (20) lbs, bending/stooping, and reaching overhead. This job consists of frequent walking, lifting up to forty (40) lbs, pushing, pulling, and/or digging. This job consists of occasional writing, sitting, lifting over 50 (50+) lbs, kneeling, and/or crawling, and may involve occasional monitoring/operating cranes/hoists. This job consists of frequent monitoring or operating vehicles such as pickup trucks/vans, shop tools (both hand and power operated), and/or test equipment.

Must be medically qualified to conduct hazmat emergency response including donning and the use of an SCBA with a Level A Chemical Suit.

OUC–The Reliable One is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed through responsible management policies to recruit, hire, promote, train, transfer, compensate, and administer all other personnel actions without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information and any other factor prohibited under applicable federal, state, and local civil rights laws, rules, and regulations.

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