Duties(Note: The duties and responsibilities enumerated in this class specification are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications and salary level for this class. They are not intended to include all of the essential functions of the class.)
The Mechanical Technician I,and Mechanical Technician II, and Senior Mechanical Technician are differentiated on the basis of skills, certification, licensing, and demonstrated ability to perform specified skills as defined in the Personal Qualifications Standards of the Maintenance Career Program Manual, a separate component of the skill-based EXCEL Flexible Worker Program.
Mechanical Technician I: Work involves responsibility for performance a variety of basic maintenance activities that support the efficient and safe operation of wastewater and water pumping stations and treatment plants. Work is primarily mechanical in nature but may include some minor electrical duties. Work assignments include the independent performance of basic preventative maintenance tasks, inspection of the operating conditions and performance of mechanical equipment and systems, performance of basic corrective maintenance and assisting others in performing intermediate and advanced corrective maintenance tasks on mechanical equipment and systems. Work also involves executing specific instructions from a senior co-worker or supervisor. Work is inspected while in progress and upon completion by senior co-workers or supervisors for quality, effectiveness and safety.
Mechanical Technician II: Work involves responsibility for performance of a variety of intermediate maintenance activities that support the efficient and safe operation of wastewater and water pumping stations and treatment plants. Work is primarily mechanical in nature but includes some related electrical duties. Work assignments include the independent performance of preventative and predictive maintenance tasks, inspection of the operating conditions and performance of mechanical equipment and systems, performance of intermediate level corrective maintenance tasks and assisting others in the performance of intermediate level corrective maintenance tasks and assisting others in the performance of advanced corrective maintenance tasks on mechanical equipment and systems. Work also involves executing specific instructions from a senior co-worker or supervisor. Work is inspected while in progress and upon completion by senior co-workers or supervisors for quality, effectiveness and safety.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications The following positions are part of the Maintenance Career Path (MCP). These positions require a pre-hire test in order to determine the candidate's technical skill level and appropriate starting rate of pay. The MCP certifications can only be obtained through employment with Anne Arundel County.
The minimum requirements for each position in the Mechanical Technician proficiency advancement series are as follows:
Minimum Qualifications:
MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN I Graduation from high school; one (1) or more years experience in the maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment, including engines, transmissions, gear drives, pumps, and valves; and a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator's license.
MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN II Graduation from high school; Maintenance Career Path certification as a Mechanical Technician I; two (2) or more years experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and plumbing equipment.; and a valid commercial Class B motor vehicle operator's license. Successful candidates that do not possess a valid commercial Class B motor vehicle operator's must obtain the license within six (6) months of hire.
Note: The Maintenance Career Path certification as a Mechanical Technician I may be substituted with a minimum of 200 hours of training from a recognized technical or manufacturer's training school in welding, machine shop practices, and/or industrial mechanical maintenance or equivalent college credits in Mechanical specialization.
NOTE: These positions are Safety Sensitive and employees in these positions are subject to Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) and Alcohol testing. NOTE: Longevity pay is available based on years of service.