Classification Description

University of Michigan
Issued: 12/02/79 Classification Code
# 838990
Supersedes: 11/01/78 FLSA NE

TITLE: POWERHOUSE REPAIRPERSON GRADE: E6

BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY
To perform complex mechanical work on the installation, set up, dismantling, moving, maintenance and repair of heavy machinery related to Central Powerhouse turbines and boilers.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Install boiler and turbine equipment such as pumps, air compressors, fans, valves and all related auxiliary equipment.
Balance, set and align Power Plant equipment and check tightness, alignments and settings to prevent defects or wear.
Inspect all Power Plant equipment for defects or wear, and determine whether repair, replacement or maintenance is necessary for proper operation.
Fabricate parts by machining or cutting metal and bending heavy steel pipe.
May direct the work of Powerhouse Maintenance and Repairpersons or other designated assistants.

RELATED DUTIES
Dismantle and repair boiler and/or turbine equipment using cranes, cables, slings, rope-falls, riggings, scaffolding, booms, block and tackle and any other apparatus for moving heavy objects.
Maintain boiler, turbine and related equipment through preventive maintenance such as fitting and adjusting bearings, packing or lubrication.
Repair, maintain or replace electrical motors, pumps, heat exchangers, valves and all other components of turbines and boilers.
Observe fire and safety precautions.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
General supervision is received from a designated official.
QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from a four year trade or vocational high school with mechanical courses and completion of an apprentice ship in machine repair or allied trade, or six to eight years progressively responsible experience in machine repair or other related trade is necessary.
Ability to tolerate high levels of heat and noise is necessary.
Considerable mechanical aptitude is necessary.
Ability to interpret relevant blue prints, diagrams, sketches and specification is necessary.
Ability to use precision tools such as micrometers, vibration meters and balancing equipment is necessary.
Some previous boiler and turbine repair and maintenance experience is desirable.
Thorough knowledge of safety standards and procedures is necessary.
Ability to exercise tact and discretion is relationships with subordinates and staff is necessary.
Physical ability to perform the full range of duties of the classification is necessary.

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.