Machinery and Equipment Mechanic

General

Machinery and Equipment Mechanic (7J14)

This is skilled mechanical work at the intermediate level in the maintenance and repair of a variety of mechanical equipment in a large City facility or several facilities. An employee in this class performs routine maintenance and repair of machinery and related equipment including, but not limited to generators, motors, pumps, compressors, fans and valves. Work also includes performing other basic trades tasks as assigned such as routine plumbing and electrical work. Employees in the class gain experience and learn progressively more difficult and complex mechanical maintenance and repair work necessary for advancement to the full performance Machinery and Equipment Mechanic 2 class. Work involves some disagreeable aspects and physical effort. Work is performed under the supervision of a technical supervisor.

 

Allocating Factors

The following conditions must be met for a position to be allocated to this class:

  • Positions in this class must perform routine mechanical maintenance work at the intermediate level on a variety of facility machinery and related equipment components.
  • Positions in this class are responsible for gaining experience and learning more difficult and complex mechanical maintenance and repair work.
Typical Examples of Work

These examples are illustrative only: 

  • Gains experience performing inspections, maintenance, diagnosing and servicing of a variety of mechanical equipment such as, but not limited to, circulation and sump pumps, refrigeration units, auxiliary diesel generators, fans, air filters bearings, universal joints, compressors, pumps, conveyor belts, and similar mechanical equipment; performs preventive and corrective maintenance on machinery including components of dishwashers, ovens, gas ranges, freezers, automatic doors, laundry equipment and steam coolers; uses computerized controls on various mechanical systems and CRT and keyboard equipment for diagnostic and systems control purposes.
  • Lubricates and cleans equipment components, replaces worn parts and adjusts and aligns parts as necessary; disassembles machinery and equipment and inspects component parts for wear or damage; assists with overhauls machinery and equipment where needed; adjusts tension and clearance on conveyors and power drive units; reassembles machinery and equipment assuming proper alignment.
  • Dismantles or partially dismantles electric motors; disconnects coupling from motors; removes inspection plates, disconnects pipes and removes suction plates; reassembles unit using hand tools and checks completed work for proper alignment.
  • Cuts, threads, and installs copper, terra cotta, concrete or galvanized pipe; may install plumbing fixtures and makes repairs or adjustments to component mechanisms; may perform various repair and maintenance work on components of sinks, toilets and urinals.
  • May perform other trades tasks as assigned including routine painting, plastering, cement finishing, roofing, electrical and similar work.
  • May erect scaffolding to provide access to work areas and works from heights; uses block and tackle, slings, hydraulic jacks to support or move machinery.
  • Identifies possible hazardous materials such as asbestos insulation and P.C.B.'s; informs supervisors of the presence of possible hazardous materials.
  • Performs related work as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge Of:

  • The methods, practices, materials and tools used in the maintenance of machinery and mechanical equipment including, but not limited to generators, motors, pumps, refrigeration units, auxiliary diesel generators, fans, compressors, conveyor belts, and related mechanical equipment
  • The methods, practices, materials and tools used in performing various routine trades tasks, such as basic plumbing and electrical repairs and maintenance
  • The occupational hazards and safety precautions apparent in the repair of machinery and related mechanical equipment
  • Tools and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of various machinery and mechanical equipment


Ability To:

  • Diagnose and repair malfunctioning machinery and related mechanical equipment
  • Recognize possible hazardous materials
  • Understand and follow oral and written instructions
  • Learn the utilization of computerized controls on various mechanical systems and CRT and keyboard equipment for diagnostic and systems control purposes
  • Read and interpret schematics, blueprints and sketches
  • Identify possible hazardous materials such as asbestos insulation of P.C.B.'s

 

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

The following statement represents the minimum training and experience standards which will be used to admit or reject applicants for tests. Applications submitted by candidates for this class will be reviewed based on training and experience requirements as approved on 3/20.

Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth school grade.
AND
Experience: Two years of experience learning to maintain and repair machinery and mechanical equipment in a large industrial facility as a helper.

NOTE:
Completion of a post high school mechanical trade program at an accredited vocational technical institute, trades school or college in a related field including possession of a diploma indicating completion of all program curriculum meets all requirements.

 

Physical and Medical Requirements: Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required of a position in this class.

 

Licenses, Registrations, and/or Certificates:

  • Possession of a valid proper class motor vehicle operator's license as issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prior to appointment and during tenure of employment as a Machinery and Equipment Mechanic 1 if required by work assignment.

NOTE:
Employees are required to safeguard and account for all tools, equipment and supplies used in the course of their work.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Pay Range: 13
Class Established: CSC - 2/20, Ad. Board - 3/20

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