WATER AND FUEL DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM MECHANIC

The primary purpose of this position is to maintain, inspect, install, repair, replace, and modify fuel storage and distribution systems, water utility systems, back flow prevention devices, and fire suppressions systems.

Independently installs, modifies, repairs and maintains a variety of new and existing utility, supply and disposal systems and equipment such as sewage, water, oil, gas distribution systems, and water closets, tubs, showers, backflow prevention devices, fire suppression and sprinkler systems. Plans and insures the proper slant, slope, fall, or level of installations to provide for proper flow, drainage and sanitary operating conditions and to prevent backflow, vacuum, or airlock conditions. Performs all phases of liquid fuel system and component maintenance including preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and modification. Removes, installs, repairs and troubleshoots component parts of fuel systems to correct malfunctions of turbine, centrifugal, and rotary pumps, manually operated plug/ball valves, hydraulically operated diaphragm type valves, pilot control systems, tank gauges and vents, filter separators, fuel flow meters, hydrant outlets, differential pressure gauges, and truck loading and fill connections. Performs modifications of systems in accordance with applicable manuals, technical publications, and manufactures specifications. Inspects and tests fuel receiving, storage, and distribution facilities and performs preventative maintenance on fuel systems and components. Inspects fuel tanks and vents for proper ventilation. Checks interior and exterior of tanks for corrosion, leakage, contamination and sludge and correct operation of roof seals, liquid level gauges, product recovery systems, etc. Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environment. Uses and assures proper fit of required safety equipment (i.e. foot, eye, breathing and ear protective gear) and clothing. Properly wears full face supplied air and half face filter respirators. Polices grounds, buildings, mechanical rooms and pits to maintain area in accordance with fire prevention and security directives.