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Maintenance Mechanic

Company: Denver Water
Location: Denver
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

Position Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Minimum 4 years of related work experience in maintaining rotating equipment including pumps, valves, and hydraulics
  • Any equivalent combination of certifications, education, or experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities for the position.Licenses, Registration, and Certifications
    • Must be able to possess and maintain a valid Class 'R' Colorado driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record.Job Description
      Position Summary
      Under general supervision, perform skilled millwright/mechanical work including: installation, maintenance, demolition, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical systems throughout all Denver Water Facilities. Install and maintain pumps, valves, motors, compressors, generators, HVAC, chillers, cooling towers, hydro-electric plants, doors, piping systems, gauges, pneumatics, hydraulics, domestic water supply systems, cranes, specialty tools, machines, and other related systems.
      Essential Duties and Responsibilities
      • Perform demolition of obsolete equipment and installation of new/replacement equipment by interpreting blueprints. Perform precision leveling using laser align equipment and monitor equipment for start-ups.
      • Perform installation and maintenance of hydraulic systems from 80psi to 3000psi including layout of piping (copper, stainless, PVC, black iron). Perform installation and maintenance of sub pumps, drains, and other drainage systems.
      • Assist in the construction of safe rigging during the installation and/or removal of equipment in difficult/hazardous situations.
      • Perform proper lockout/tag-out of all types of energy systems including: electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, water, etc. for the safety of all employees.
      • Assist in tasks related to predictive/preventive maintenance technologies. Establish equipment baselines, historical databases, procedures, processes, routine testing cycles, and types of testing equipment.
      • Assist in the inspection of mechanical equipment in pump stations, water treatment plants, vaults, hydroelectric plants, and other Denver Water facilities.
      • Utilize a variety of PDM-type testing equipment to record and analyze the vibration of machinery, temperature, ultrasonic readings, and oil analysis to ensure proper installation and calibration of equipment for correct operation.
      • Assist in troubleshooting and repair of mechanical related problems in hydroelectric plants, water treatment facilities, pump stations, and vaults.
      • Operate computer system and appropriate programs. Analyze testing data to provide information based on predictive maintenance procedures.
      • Keep current on new and existing technology related to vibration analysis, oil analysis, alignment methods, predictive/preventive procedures, etc. through regular training and/or certification.
      • Perform related work as required.
        ***Mechanical aptitude test will be administered to verify skill level***
        About Denver Water
        Denver Water is committed to creating a diverse work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.
        Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number is received. Denver Water reserves the right to either close or extend a posting.
        Denver Water proudly serves high-quality water and promotes its efficient use to 1.5 million people in the city of Denver and many surrounding suburbs. Denver Water aspires to be the best water utility in the nation. The organization is a responsible steward of the resources, assets, and natural environment entrusted to us to provide a high-quality water supply, a resilient and reliable system, and excellent customer service.
        Denver Water offers excellent benefits that include a pension plan, 401K Plan with a 3% match, 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, Health and Dental coverage, Life Insurance, and Paid Time Off. A background check will be conducted to verify the information submitted on the application. Please be sure that all information on the application is correct and complete, do not say "see resume". If the application is not fully completed, we (Denver Water), will not accept your application.
        We are committed to the health and well-being of our employees. Smoking, including e-cigarettes, is prohibited on all Denver Water property.
        An offer of employment may be contingent upon satisfactory results of a post-offer drug test. Denver Water tests for the following: amphetamines, cocaine, marijuana (THC), opiates, phencyclidine (PCP), and alcohol. A strength test may also be conducted due to the physical requirements of the position.
        Denver Water is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to building a culturally diverse workforce. We encourage applications from women, People of Color, veterans, and people with disabilities.
        Anthony Harper
        1600 W. 12th Ave.
        Denver, CO. 80204-3412
        anthony.harper@denverwater.org
        EOE/MF

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