Equipment Technician II

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus four (4) years of experience in repair and maintenance of electronic controlled pneumatic and hydraulic equipment.
• Experience may substitute education up to four (4) years.

Licenses or Certifications:

• If required, must obtain an appropriate Commercial Driver License ( CDL ) within 120 days of hire.
• Aviation: Requires a valid State of Texas Class C Driver License and the ability to meet driver eligibility standards detailed in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program.

Notes to Applicants

This position will maintain heavy equipment at Austin Recovery’s Brush Grinding Operation at Hornsby Bend Biosolids Plant. Perform work on heavy equipment (tub grinders, loaders, excavators, etc). Operate service truck to fuel equipment, add oil, grease, fluids as needed. Pick up parts from vendors as needed. Keep ARR Fleet Management informed of any concerns with equipment and communicate any issues with equipment operators and division leadership.

Skills Assessments: A competency assessment may be required to verify your skill set.

90-Day Provision for Additional Vacancy: This posting may be used to fill other similar positions within Austin Resource Recovery outside of the division listed above.

Nepotism Policy: The City of Austin Nepotism Policy states, “No person, regardless of job title or length of tenure with the City, shall be employed in a position in which the relative has direct or indirect supervisory authority regarding the terms and conditions of their relative’s employment.”

Virtual Interviews: Austin Resource Recovery may conduct virtual interviews.

Travel: If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

Benefits: Working with the City of Austin at Austin Resource Recovery ( ARR ) provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Click HERE for more information.

A detailed and complete employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Your application should reflect your complete employment history (to include all job duties responsibilities and employment dates) on your online application. The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered (e.g., “see resume” or “see Linked In Profile”). The responses to the supplemental questions inquiring about experience should be reflected on your application.

Each individual who submits an Application as provided in the Municipal Civil Service Rules and meet the Minimum Qualifications for a Competitive Position shall be considered a Candidate for that Position. Employees, in Good Standing, who are Candidates within the Department or division that the Position resides in and who meet the Minimum and Preferred Qualifications (if any) of the Position will be included in the initial interview.

Driving Requirement:
This position requires a Current Class A Commercial Driver License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date, along with an “X” endorsement or the ability to acquire one within ninety (90) days of employment. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite . To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.

Physical Requirements for Operational Positions:
The employee is required to perform the following tasks during the normal course of an approximately eight (8) to ten (10) hour day, four (4) to six (6) days a week.

Employee will be required to work holidays, after hours, weekends, seasonal shift changes and other areas due to business needs.

This position is considered an essential position, which means it is expected that an employee comes to work during any City Closure or emergency to include bad weather and any other unexpected events or shutdowns.

Military/Veteran: Veteran candidates will be required to provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of interview.

Tobacco and Vape-Free Workplace: All Austin Resource Recovery locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any ARR worksite - including parking lot or in any personal vehicle located on the premises.
Pay Range
$25.74 - $30.50

Hours
Monday - Friday : 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Employees may be required to work holidays, after hours or weekends and other areas due to business needs.
Job Close Date 10/25/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Resource Recovery Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location 2210 FM 973, Austin, TX, 78725 Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with maintenance of heavy equipment
• Expedience with tub grinders

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Develops weekly schedules for periodic maintenance and trouble-shooting. Records work performed and parts used for billing purposes. Communicates with equipment users regarding schedule of periodic maintenance and other maintenance needs. Conducts routine inspections. Performs preventative maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment. Orders/issues parts and supplies. Performs electromechanical repairs to complex equipment. Modifies or refurbishes equipment. Estimates time, labor, and materials for budget or billing purposes. Performs welding, braising, or fabrication of some parts. Maintains technical data on equipment to be serviced. Maintains inventory of parts. Monitors contracted maintenance services.

Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

May lead and train others.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of symbols used in engineering drawing, circuit diagrams or schematics.
• Knowledge of basic operations of small electric motors and pneumatic or hydraulic pumps.
• Knowledge of safety in repair of energized electronic equipment.
• Knowledge of operational function of equipment to be assembled repaired or maintained.
• Knowledge of testing of electronic components.
• Knowledge of tools and equipment used in performing electromechanical equipment and component repair.
• Knowledge of complex electrical systems.
• Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in planning and organizing.
• Ability to test and calibrate equipment or controls to close tolerance.
• Ability to follow written specifications and interpret engineering drawings, circuit diagrams, schematics, or procedures for assembly or repair.
• Ability to lead and train others.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.

Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for this position are graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus four (4) years of experience in repair and maintenance of electronic controlled pneumatic and hydraulic equipment. Experience may substitute education up to four (4) years. Do you meet the minimum qualifications for this position?

• Yes
• No

* Describe in detail how you meet the minimum qualifications of this position. Please detail how you meet the educational requirements, account for the years of related experience, and explain any substitutions of experience for education (if applicable).
(Open Ended Question)
* This position requires a Current Class A Commercial Driver License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date, along with an “X” endorsement or the ability to acquire one within 120 days of employment. Are you able to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

* The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that External New Hires meet the City’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

* To be considered for employment in this position applicants must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Austin Drug Policy. Are you able to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

* Please describe your experience with maintenance of heavy equipment.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience with tub grinders.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please list your commercial driving experience detailing where and/or what position on your application you used a commercial driver license and which commercial driver license equipment you used. Please be sure to include Employer Name and years of experience with each piece of equipment. If you do not have this experience, please put N/A.
(Open Ended Question)
* How did you hear about this opportunity? (The information requested is optional and is not considered as part of the application for employment.)

• Employee Referral
• Online Advertising / Media
• Billboard
• COA website
• Other

* Were you referred by to this job opportunity by an Austin Resource Recovery employee? If yes, please provide the employee's full name.
(Open Ended Question)


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