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Stationary Engineer I

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Maintenance and Skilled Labor
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Public Works
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2500000572 Requisition #
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:  Works under the general supervision of an assigned supervisor at the pumping stations in the Public Works Division.  Operates, maintains, and repairs stationary and mechanical equipment used in and around a flood control pumping station and sewer lift station.  Reads and monitors meters and gages to verify operating conditions.  Adjusts manual controls or overrides automatic controls to regulate equipment according to water levels and prescribes operating ranges. Directs crews in the routine maintenance and repair of equipment such as air compressors, pumps, motors, valves, and fork lifts, etc.  Fabricates equipment and parts using a variety of welding equipment.  Inspects equipment to detect malfunctions and to perform routine preventative maintenance.  Examines and repairs flood walls and levees by fixing and rebuilding broken and weakened sections.  Interprets blueprints and operation manuals to determine location, size and type of parts.  Makes independent actions or decisions regarding equipment maintenance.  Drives to and from various worksites to inspect and repair equipment.
 
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
1. Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned.
 

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  Must be able to read blueprints and manufacturer's manuals.  Requires visual and physical inspections of mechanical systems, and have the ability to detect unusual characteristics. Requires the ability to traverse on uneven ground to make inspections or visit various working sites.  Requires the ability to operate an automobile to attend meetings and inspect work sites across the City. Requires ability to perform manual work which will involve reaching, handling, crouching, balancing, climbing ladders or scaffold, and lifting equipment, materials, tools, parts or supplies, which can weigh up to 50 lbs.
 
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:  Majority of work is performed in a machine shop environment.  Some work is performed outdoors.  Will be exposed to various weather conditions, confined spaces, fumes, odors, and noise.  Requires the use and wear of protective gear when necessary. Works at various heights from ladders and mechanical lifts.  Travels to various worksites to inspect and repair equipment and machinery. 
 
High school graduate or equivalent and three (3) years experience in industrial plant maintenance or similar work; or any combination of experience and training which enables one to perform job functions.  Must possess and maintain a valid driver license as a condition of continued employment.

The City Charter requires that City Employees must establish residence within Shelby County within six (6) months from date of Employment. Proof of residence will be required at the time of hire. The City Charter requires that City Employees, with the EXECEPTION of “first responders”, must establish residence within Shelby County within six (6) months from their date of Employment. Proof of residence will be required at the time of hire. As defined by Tennessee House Bill 105, "first responder means paid, full-time law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency medical personnel and dispatchers of law enforcement, fire and emergency medical service departments."
 
The City of Memphis is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Office of Talent Management at talent.management@memphistn.gov.

Division:  Public Works
 


The City Charter requires that City Employees, with the exception of "first responders", must establish residence within Shelby County within six (6) months from their date of employment. Proof of residence will be required at the time of hire. As defined by Tennessee Senate Bill No. 29, "first responder" means paid, full-time law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency medical personnel.

The City of Memphis is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Office of Talent Management at talent.management@memphistn.gov.

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