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DC WATER

Technician I, Equip Reliability - (25-DDCS-815003-082)

DC WATER, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022


The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties, locations, and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this job. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description, and incumbent(s) may be required to perform work-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description. This job description is not a "contract" between the employee and the Authority. The job duties and essential functions may be changed at the discretion of the General Manager.

Job Title:

Technician I, Equipment Reliability

Job Code:

S0187

Supervises Directly:

No

New or Revised:

Revised

Regular or At-Will:

Regular

Date Last Revised:

9/30/2024

Exempt or Non-Exempt:

Non-Exempt

Union/ Non-Union:

Union

Essential Position:

Yes

Reports To:

Varies

Work Format

In-Person At DC Water, we provide more than 700,000 District of Columbia residents and 24.6 million annual visitors with essential water, wastewater, and stormwater services. We aspire to be known for superior service, ingenuity, and stewardship to advance the health and well-being of our diverse workforce and communities.

Role Description: Technician I, Equipment Reliability performs primary testing and inspections of all capital equipment at approximately thirty (30) water and wastewater treatment facilities. Routinely engages in all methods and technologies of predictive maintenance, which includes, but are not limited to oil analysis, ultra-sound, vibration analysis, and infrared imaging.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Assists in tracking equipment reliability problems and works with other team members performing investigations to determine the measures required for each particular situation. Collects and tests oil samples to prove current lubricant stability on all water and wastewater treatment capital equipment. Identifies and selects the correct lubricant for all process equipment based on current operating conditions. Transports lubricants following industry best practices to prevent cross contamination. Changes oil, filter and desiccant driers on process equipment. Analyzes oil test results using the CSI 5200 analyzer or similar instrument. Utilizes ultra-sound equipment following industry best practices when greasing bearings. Collects route vibration data using the CSI 2020 and 2140 vibration data collector. Takes infrared images using a FLIR E-60 infrared or similar camera. Trends and records predictive maintenance data and recommends corrective action. Assists Operations and Maintenance Departments in developing procedures, training, and processes. Reviews equipment specifications and standards and develops recommendations for reliability improvement. Stays current on new technologies and methods for maintaining equipment. Assists in spare parts review for ensuring equipment maintainability and availability. Practices Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) techniques. Performs other related duties and projects as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities : N/A Key Working Relationships:

Interacts with co-workers in the department and throughout the Authority

Skills & Qualifications: The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability necessary for an individual to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable amounts of training are provided.

Required Skills & Qualifications Required Experience:

Five (5) years of relevant progressive mechanic/electrician/instrumentation experience. Minimum Education Requirements:

High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate Required Skills:

Ability to read/interpret electrical schematics, blueprints and mechanical drawings. Must be computer literate, proficient in the use of Windows, Microsoft Office and the Internet. Required Licenses & Certifications:

Must possess and maintain current or obtain within 18 months from date of hire certifications in Machinery Lubrication Technician (MLT1), Vibration Analysis Level I, Machinery Lubrication Analysis (MLAI), and Ultrasound Level I. Physical Requirements:

Work is performed in both office and field settings to perform evaluations and observe actual in-service conditions of equipment.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications Preferred Experience:

N/A Preferred Education Requirements:

N/A Preferred Skills:

N/A

* The work environment characteristics described in the physical requirements section are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities.

Your Experience at DC Water: At DC Water, our people make us an industry leader. Join a group of thinkers, innovators, and problem solvers focused on protecting life's most precious resource in the nation's capital. Take pride in your work.

We provide an essential service and do work that matters. Connect to a strong culture.

Everything we do is grounded in our shared values-accountability, trust, teamwork, customer focus, safety, and wellbeing. Be your true self.

We are an inclusive organization that embraces diversity. Build your skills and career path.

We are committed to developing a future-ready workforce.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination against "qualified individuals with disabilities". If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please email complianceada@dcwater.com.

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