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Floodwall and Stormwater Maintenance Mechanic

_*This job requires extensive electrical knowledge. A skills test will be given as part of the hiring process.*_The Floodwall and Stormwater Maintenance Mechanic performs strenuous manual tasks relating to the operations, maintenance and flood fighting activities of the Huntington Floodwall and Levee system.*Essential Functions*1. Observe/assess conditions of the Floodwall system2. Operate pump stations, gates and valves3. Install Floodwall gates4. Perform maintenance and repairs including concrete, pipefitting, electrical, mechanical, welding, grass cutting and weed eating5. Operate light and heavy machinery including tractor, backhoe, bulldozer, etc.6. Prepare daily activity reports7. Work overtime as needed during emergency situations and high-water events8. Promotes courtesy and professionalism throughout the City of HuntingtonReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.*Competencies*1. Ability to operate heavy machinery2. Reasonable knowledge of safety practices regarding operation of various equipment3. Reasonable knowledge of tools used in construction/maintenance work*Supervisory Responsibility*This position has no supervisory responsibilities*Work Environment*Work is performed in various locations. Exposure to all types of weather conditions including extreme heat and cold. Employee may be exposed to raw sewage, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can...