Utilities Plant Maintenance Mechanic, Senior
Salary
$54,600.00 - $81,910.40 Annually
Location
East Water Treatment Facility, 1620 South Seacrest Boulevard, Boynton Beach, FL
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
202600292
Department
Utilities
Division
Public Water Treatment
Opening Date
07/08/2026
Closing Date
7/27/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Purpose of Classification
The purpose of this classification is to perform advanced skilled/mechanical repair and maintenance of machinery/equipment at water treatment plants, well fields, ground storage facilities, elevated water tank, and related facilities.
Essential Functions
The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Leads a team of mechanics involved in safely repairing/maintaining wellfield and water treatment plant machinery and equipment. Provides direction, guidance, training, and assistance to employees; develops work schedules and makes work assignments; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work.
Assists supervisor in coordinating and monitoring safe work activities with those of other divisions, departments, contractors, or others as needed; consults with supervisor to review work activities, status of work, and problems; makes suggestions to management for improvement of productivity; maintains records of work activities.
Monitors the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and telemetry systems. Receives, evaluates, troubleshoots, and coordinates response to water plants, ground storage tanks, elevated water tanks, and well field alarms. Generates, evaluates, and responds to reports from the SCADA systems.
Receives and ensures the successful, safe completion of work orders generated by the Citys maintenance management system.
Operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify Asset management and GIS data; maintains logs/records of test results, assorted meter/gauge readings, chemical applications and other data.
Inspects, troubleshoots, and performs mechanical repair/maintenance on water treatment plants machinery/equipment, telemetry, well fields, ground storage facilities, elevated water tank, and related facilities; installs new systems, upgrades existing systems, and replaces old equipment; performs preventive maintenance and minor welding; schedules repairs and preventive maintenance work to maximize efficiency of equipment; tests machinery, equipment and parts for proper operations; reports problem situations.
Diagnoses, installs, disassembles, maintains, and repairs plant equipment, which may include submersible and dry pumps, engines, drives, motors, generators, controls, tanks, chemical feed piping, concentrators, jets, media filters, control valves, hydraulic valves, control panels, air release valves, filter sweeps, lime slakers, silos, shakers, slurry/splitter boxes, polymer system, phosphate system, OSG system, sonar level controllers, gear cases, sludge dryers, conveyor belts, agitators, thickeners, mixers, compressors, oilers, dryers, blowers, membrane systems, softening systems, degasifiers, vacuum systems, vacuum regulators, injectors, and other machinery.
Performs various repair/maintenance tasks to maintain operation efficiency and safety of buildings, machinery, equipment, and tools. These tasks may include inspecting equipment and reporting any defects, oiling/greasing/lubricating machinery, pressure washing/cleaning equipment and facilities, painting buildings and machinery, rebuilding/aligning motors/pumps, rebuilding gear boxes, cutting/fitting pipes, repairing/replacing valves, repairing chemical lines, replacing mechanical parts, checking/ replacing fluids, checking containment areas, checking generators, exercising valves, locking out defective equipment, acidizing wells with sulfamil pellets, disinfecting wells, cleaning raw water lines, performing raw water well and welding/fabricating and assembling metal parts and components, cleaning tanks and resetting timers for automatic lights, calibrating machinery, digging holes/ditches, or lifting/moving heavy materials; transports, loads and unloads various equipment and materials used in projects.
Operates a variety of machinery, equipment, and tools associated with work activities, which may include a crane, forklift, air compressor, pressure washer, generator, pump, confined space hoist, gas detector, welder, cutting torch, drill press, drill, saw, grinder, meters, gauges, self-contained breathing apparatus, ladder, carpentry tools, pipefitting tools, mechanic tools, calibration equipment, laser alignment systems and diagnostic instruments
Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors and promotes a safe work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.
Monitors inventory levels of parts, equipment, tools, or supplies to ensure adequate supply of materials; initiates requests for new or replacement materials; stocks shelves with incoming deliveries.
Receives and reviews various architectural /engineering drawings/plans, maps, technical manuals and other related instructions, reference materials, material safety data sheets or other documentation. Forwards or retains as appropriate.
Completes or processes various forms, reports, correspondence, work orders, daily work reports, generator sheets, containment area sheets, confined space entry sheets, warehouse order sheets, drawdown reports, fuel reports, parts lists, overtime sheets, vacation requests, performance appraisal forms, or other documents. Forwards or retains as appropriate.
Communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages; responds to requests for service or assistance.
Communicates with supervisor, employees, other divisions, other departments, contractors, the public, and other individuals as needed, to coordinate safe work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Reads professional literature; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate to keep abreast of new procedures, trends, and advances in the profession.
Provides assistance, direction, guidance, training and coverage to other employees as needed.
Performs on-call and overtime work as needed
Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Supplemental Information
COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES
Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, engineers, utility companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate safe work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems. Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals. Ability to prepare accurate and thorough written records and reports. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction. Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex matters. Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with Supervisor, customers, other employees, other departments, other governmental and regulatory agencies, and the general public as needed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Ability to effectively interact with coworkers, supervisors and other department staff, as well as the public and outside agencies. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to develop work schedules and assignments and to coordinate safe work activities with other departments, divisions or outside contractors as needed. Knowledge of various plant, wellfield equipment, as well as the ability to safely and efficiently operate various machinery, equipment and tools required for their maintenance. Knowledge of various general repair/maintenance procedures which may include, but not limited to laser alignment, oiling/greasing, pipe fitting and repair, chemical handling, mechanical assembling/welding/fabrication. Ability to research equipment updates and available vendors for replacement parts, as well as preventative maintenance procedures. Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, drawings and other reference documentation. Ability to mentor other mechanics and provide guidance and oversight of their maintenance and repair activities Ability to operate a computer for operations monitoring via SCADA, and data entry/retrieval via various software applications such as MS Office, Asset management and GIS. Knowledge of and the ability to follow and promote safety procedures and properly utilize personal protective equipment (PPE). Ability to lead/supervise a team of workers in machinery/equipment repair and maintenance. Ability to perform quality checks on maintenance and repair activities performed by others. Ability to perform minor repairs of facilities and assist with general building/grounds maintenance work as needed. Ability to utilize asset management/work order system to receive and execute orders and record maintenance activities performed.
COMPETITIVE PROMOTIONAL ADVANCEMENT REQUIREMENTS
The following requirements must be met to be eligible to compete for advancement to Master Utilities Maintenance Mechanic:
This list is not exhaustive and may be modified as required to facilitate successful operation of the Utilities department. Meeting the above career path advancement requirements must be verified and documented by the assigned supervisor.
Full-time employees (those regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week) are eligible for the Citys benefit package.
The City of Boynton Beachs comprehensive benefits package includes:
Dismemberment Insurance
Student Loan Forgiveness
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Health Insurance
The City pays the entire premium for an eligible employee. The employee may elect to cover a spouse and/or dependent children by paying the applicable premium for the dependent(s).
Dental Insurance
Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent are paid by the employee with a contribution by the City.
Vision Care Plan
Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent(s) are paid by the employee.
Life Insurance / Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
The City provides each eligible employee with term life and accidental death insurance.
Supplemental Life Insurance / Supplemental AD&D Insurance
Employees may purchase supplemental term life insurance on an individual-choice basis with premiums based on age. A matching amount of Accidental Death insurance may also be purchased.
Dependent Life Insurance
Employees who select supplemental coverage for themselves may also purchase coverage for their spouse and dependent children.
City Retirement / Pension Plans
The City has pension plans for general employees, police, and firefighters. Each plan is contributory with both the employee and the City contributing to the program.
Supplemental Plans
Supplemental plans provide direct cash payments regardless of any other coverage you may have, and are designed to help fill in any gaps in a medical plan. The employee pays the premiums for these supplemental plans.
Short and Long Term Disability
The City provides Short and Long Term Disability insurance to eligible employees. The plan is designed to cover a disability sustained on or off the job.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The City contracts with an employee assistance program (EAP) to provide employees and their dependents with free, confidential and professional counseling to help resolve personal or family problems.
Deferred Compensation Plans (457 Plans)
The City makes available three deferred compensation plans that the employee may voluntarily contribute to on a tax-deferred basis.
Vacation
All full-time employees accrue time toward paid vacation leave. Accrual begins immediately and vacation may be taken after six months of employment.
Holidays
The City observes 12 paid holidays throughout the year.
Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave
Full-time employees accrue one day of sick leave per month. An employee may elect to use up to 5 days per year of accrued sick time for illness in his/her immediate family.
Tuition Assistance *(Depending on available budget funding)
The Tuition Assistance Program reimburses eligible employees for successful completion of approved courses leading to Associate, Bachelor and Master degrees.
Wellness Program
The City offers many wellness activities and programs throughout the year.
Prepaid Legal Services and Identity Theft Protection Plan
Employees may choose to enroll in a prepaid legal service plan and an identity theft protection plan. The employee pays the premiums for these plans.
Credit Union
All City employees may join the Credit Union of Palm Beach County. In addition to savings and checking accounts, the Credit Union offers different types of loans, investment choices and recreational opportunities.
Section 125 Plan for Health and Dental Premium
Section 125 of the Internal Revenue code allows you to have your dependent coverage premiums deducted before payroll taxes are withheld resulting in tax savings to you.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employees may participate in flexible spending accounts for reimbursement of medical and/or dependent care expenses.
Direct Deposit
Employees may have their bi-weekly paycheck deposited to the financial institution of their choice.
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What is the highest level of education you have completed?
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Do you currently possess a Florida Level III Water Distribution Operator License OR a Water Treatment Plant Operator C License? If yes, please list the license type and number. (required)
03
Do you currently possess a valid State of Florida Class B Commercial Drivers License? If not, are you able to obtain one within 14 days of hire, as required by this position?
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Describe your work experience (please specify number of years) within a Utility functional area in either Public Water Treatment or Wellfields, including the types of equipment/systems you diagnosed, repaired, or maintained (e.g., pumps, motors, control panels, chemical feed systems, etc.).
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This position requires leading and directing a team of mechanics. Please describe your experience providing direction, training, work scheduling, or oversight to other maintenance/mechanical staff.
Required Question
Employer City of Boynton Beach
Address 100 E. Ocean Ave
City Hall - Human Resources
Boynton Beach, Florida, 33435
Phone 5617426275
Website http://www.boynton-beach.org