Technician (WPRO) - Mechanical Specialty

OUC - The Reliable One, is presently seeking a Technician (WPRO) - Mechanical Specialty to join the Electric & Water Production division. At OUC, we don't just work - we're building a bright future of innovation and transformation for future generations.

We are looking for a highly technical and efficient problem solver with strong troubleshooting skills. In this role, you will be responsible for the general operation maintenance, and installation of water treatment plant equipment and systems in the Water Production Maintenance department.

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The ideal candidate will have:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required)
• Completion of trade school formal training, six (6) months minimum, with an emphasis in mechanical, electrical, control systems or directly related field of maintenance specialty (required)
• A minimum of two (2) years work experience in a directly related maintenance specialty (required), five (5) years' experience (preferred)
• Completion of trade school formal training, two (2) years minimum, with an emphasis in mechanical, electrical or control systems (OR) associate's degree in engineering with an emphasis in the same, (OR) 1,000 hours of military training in the same
• Valid Driver's License
• Possess a valid Class C Water Plant Operator's License issued by the State of Floridia at start date or able to obtain within first 12 - months of employment
• Possess a Hazardous Materials Technician Level HAZWOPER Certification at start date or able to obtain within the first 12 - months of employment

OUC offers a very competitive compensation and benefits package. Our Total Rewards package includes, to cite a few:

• Competitive compensation
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits and paid life insurance premiums with no probationary period
• OUC's Hybrid Retirement Program includes a fully funded cash balance account, defined contribution with employer matching along with a health reimbursement account
• Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Educational Assistance Program, to include tuition reimbursement, paid memberships in professional associations, paid conference and training opportunities
• Wellness incentives and free access to all on-site OUC fitness facilities
• Access to family-oriented recreational areas
• Paid Conference and Training Opportunities
• Free downtown parking

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Salary Range: Starting at $26.415 per hour (Estimated $54,944.20 annually), with a structured step progression system and performance-based pay increases every 6 months up to $ 40.444 per hour (Estimated $$84,123.52 annually)

Location: 6003 Pershing Ave., Orlando, FL 32822

Please see below a complete Job description for this position.

Technical Requirements:

• Working knowledge of all, but not limited to, the following:

• Maintenance and Installation of mechanical, electrical, or controls systems such as those found in the OUC water treatment plants;
• Hand tools and advanced maintenance skills.

• Ability to:

• Ability to work stand-by duty on a rotating basis;
• Ability to work in confined spaces such as underground vaults;
• Ability to work at substantial heights such as overhead water storage tanks;
• Training in hazardous material handling is desirable, especially related to ozone, chlorine, caustic soda, hydrofluosilicic acid, and liquid oxygen;
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and unsupervised when necessary.; Demonstrated communications skills, both written and verbal;
• Demonstrated ability to use a personal computer.
  

Education/Certification/Years of Experience Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent (required);
• Completion of trade school formal training (six (6) months minimum) with an emphasis in mechanical, electrical, control systems or directly related field of maintenance specialty (required).
• A minimum of 2 years of work experience in a directly related maintenance specialty (required). At least 5 years of work experience in a directly related maintenance field (preferred).
• Completion of trade school formal training (two (2) years minimum) with an emphasis in mechanical, electrical, or control systems (or) Associate's Degree in Engineering with an emphasis in, mechanical, electrical or control systems, (or) 1,000 hours of military training in mechanical, electrical or control systems (preferred).
• Valid Driver's license.
• Possess a valid Class C Water Plant Operator's License Issued by the State of Florida at start date or be able to obtain it within first 12-months of employment.
• Possess a Hazardous Materials Technician Level HAZWOPER Certification at start date or obtain it within first 12-months of employment.
  

Working Conditions:

This job will involve very frequent exposure to chemicals and/or excessive noise. This job also involves frequent exposure to extreme weather conditions and insects. This job may involve occasional exposure to noxious fumes and heights/confined areas. In order to perform the required duties, the Technician may be assigned the use of an OUC vehicle on an eight-hour basis. Required on short notice, to work extended hours when required, including nights, weekends, and all holidays under potentially adverse conditions.

Physical Requirements:

This job consists of very frequent standing, lifting up to twenty (20) lbs, bending/stooping, and reaching over head. This job consists of frequent walking, lifting up to forty (40) lbs, pushing, pulling, and/or digging. This job consists of occasional writing, sitting, lifting over 50 (50+) lbs, kneeling and/or crawling, and may involve occasional monitoring/operating cranes/hoists. This job consists of frequent monitoring or operating vehicles such as pickup trucks/vans, shop tools (both hand and power operated) and/or test equipment.

Must be medically qualified to conduct hazmat emergency response including donning and the use of an SCBA with a Level A Chemical Suit.

OUC-The Reliable One is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed through responsible management policies to recruit, hire, promote, train, transfer, compensate, and administer all other personnel actions without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information and any other factor prohibited under applicable federal, state, and local civil rights laws, rules, and regulations.

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