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General Utility Mechanic #OC-1740-2745

Date Opened
Monday, June 01, 2026 8:30 AM
Close Date
Open until sufficient apps are received
Section
School Inspectors
Salary
  • $25.96-$33.09
Employment Type
  • Full-Time
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Introduction

OPEN COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR: GENERAL UTILITY MECHANIC

SALARY: $25.96 ~ $33.09/Hour (NOTE: NEW HIRES START AT THE BEGINNING OF RANGE)

FRINGE BENEFITS: Choose from available health insurance plans (employee contributions vary) Prescription Drug Rider, Dental Plan, Group Life Insurance for Individual; Retirement Plan; paid Holidays; paid Vacation Days; paid Sick Days; paid Personal Days.


IMPORTANT: 

1. Veterans – Veteran’s points will be awarded in accordance with the Connecticut State Statute. Five (5) for non-disabled veterans, ten (10) for disabled veterans. Proper documentation must be submitted to the Personnel Director before the date of the examination.

2. Residents – Five (5) Residency points shall be added in accordance with the amendment to the Civil Service Ordinances for Maintainer I position dated August 21, 2017. Proper documentation and proof of residence must be submitted no later than the closing date for applications.

3. Appeal Process- An applicant may appeal notice of not meeting the minimum qualifications (Civil Service Rules and Regulations, Section 3741, Subsection B, Article 9) to the Civil Service Commission within seven (7) days of the date on such notice. Please notify the Civil Service Office of a change in address. Notification will be mailed to the address written on your application.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Performs routine general maintenance mechanic work.

Employee performs work involving the routine repair and maintenance building equipment or other repair and maintenance not normally repaired and maintained by Trades. Work is performed under the supervision of a HVAC Foreman or other Building Trades Foreperson.

EXAMPLES OF WORK

Inspects, repairs, services, and maintains functional parts of mechanical equipment and machinery such as pumps, generators, compressor, specialized grass mowers and snow blowers;

Runs equipment and machinery to test its functioning, use various tools and diagnostic equipment to ascertain malfunctions;

Troubleshooting HVAC, performing routine preventative maintenance and assigned work orders (if applicable); 

Maintaining a schedule for inspecting, servicing, and testing school equipment (exhaust fans, fume hoods, boilers, HVAC units etc.);

Operating a variety of hand and power tools; Maintaining a clean and organized work area;

Complying with health and safety regulations;

Performing general maintenance work on buildings as assigned or work along the trades present in your assigned properties;

Checking and responding to security and safety issues;

Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair equipment breakdowns involving mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic components;

Monitor equipment performance and makes adjustments as required or requested;

Tear down equipment, rebuild and replace defective parts and component units such as motors, gear boxes, clutches, bearings and electrical units as needed; Assist outside contractors on on-site projects;

Participate in show removal process;

Perform other related duties as assigned

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGES SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Good knowledge of gasoline and diesel engines and electric motors as pertinent to the repair, maintenance and servicing of pumps, generators, compressors, snow blowers, specialized grass mowers and other types of equipment and machinery in this capacity; 

Ability to use hand tools and mechanical, electrical and diagnostic equipment; 

Ability to follow oral and written instructions. 

Ability to work long hours under emergency conditions, such as snow removal. 

Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Two (2) years of actual employment experience inspecting, repairing, servicing, and maintaining mechanical equipment and machinery such as pumps, generators, compressors, snow blowers, building equipment or specialized park or golf course equipment.

One year of employment experience may be substituted with graduation or certifications from a mechanical, building, construction or similar trade school or vocational education, training or certification. Completion of High School or a G.E.D.

Must possess a valid State license with a good driving history.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Working Conditions, Physical and Mental Requirements

Employees appointed to positions in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties of the class. A physical examination may be required.

 

Frequency: Place an “X” in each box that is appropriate to your job.

NEVER (N)

OCCASIONALLY (O)

FREQUENTLY (F)

CONSTANTLY (C)

0 % of Shift

1-33% of Shift

34-66% of Shift

67-100% of Shift

Working Conditions

N

O

F

C

Working Conditions

N

O

F

C

Physical Demands

 

 

 

 

Depth Perception

 

 

x

 

Standing

 

 

x

 

Color Distinction

 

 

x

 

Walking

 

 

x

 

Peripheral Vision

 

 

x

 

Sitting

 

x

 

 

Driving

 

x

 

 

Lifting

 

 

x

 

Physical Strength:

 

 

 

 

Carrying

 

 

x

 

Little Physical Effort (-10 lbs.)

 

 

 

x

Pushing

 

 

x

 

Light Work (-20 lbs.)

 

 

x

 

Pulling

 

 

x

 

Medium Work (20-50 lbs.)

 

 

 

 x

Climbing

 

x

 

 

Heavy Work (50-100 lbs.)

 

 

 

 x

Balancing

 

 

x

 

Very Heavy Work (100+ lbs.)

 

x

 

 

Stooping

 

 

x

 

Environmental Conditions

 

 

 

 

Kneeling

 

 

x

 

Cold (50 degrees F or less)

 

 

x

 

Crouching

 

 

x

 

Heat (90 degrees F or more)

 

 

x

 

Crawling

 

x

 

 

Temperature Changes

 

 

x

 

Reaching

 

 

x

 

Wetness

 

x

 

 

Handling

 

 

x

 

Humidity

 

x

 

 

Grasping

 

 

x

 

Extreme Noise or Vibration

 

 

 

x

Twisting

 

 

x

 

Exposure to Chemicals

 

 

x

 

Feeling

 

 

 

x

Exposure to Gases and Fumes

 

x

 

 

Talking

 

 

x

 

Exposure to Unpleasant Odors

 

 

 

x

Hearing

 

 

 

x

Exposure to bodily fluids

 

 

x

 

Repetitive Motion

 

 

x

 

Exposure to dampness

 

 

x

 

Hand/Eye/Foot Coordination

 

 

 

x

Confinement to Small or Restricting Area

 

x

 

 

Visual Acuity/Near

 

 

x

 

Mechanical Hazards

 

 

x

 

Visual Acuity/Far

 

 

x

 

Physical danger or abuse

 

x

 

 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities and duties performed by personnel so classified. The City of Waterbury and Waterbury Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the District when necessary.

ADDENDUM


SPECIAL NOTE

This position is covered under the written agreement between the City of Waterbury and the Waterbury City Employees Local 353, AFSCME.

The Parts and Weights for this examination will be determined prior to conducting the exam. Individuals appointed shall be required to serve a working test period which will be, in effect, the final phase of the examination.


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