Utilities Field Technician Lead- Wastewater Collection

Overview The purpose of this classification is to perform semi-skilled to skilled construction and maintenance functions for utilities field operations and to lead a small crew of workers in specific functional areas. Responsibilities Coordinates and oversees work activities for smaller, routine tasks or components of larger tasks within area of specialty; provides direction, guidance and technical assistance to crew/team members; organizes, prioritizes, assigns, and oversees work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; and provides input into performance appraisals. Assists in training new employees; demonstrates proper work methods and procedures; familiarizes them with work area, location of supplies, departmental policies, etc.; and trains them in technical aspects of work functions. Leads crew engaged in making point repairs of utility lines for smaller, routine leaks and breaks, or tasks related to construction/maintenance projects for storm water, wastewater, and distribution; locates water and sewer lines; repairs sewer and water lines; turns water on and off as needed; installs new and/or replaces existing lines; cleans sewer lines; connects valves in water lines; cuts, measures and fits pipe; raises and lowers service lines; digs under streets and roadways to install lines; and uses specialized equipment to clean water mains, storm drains and sewer lines. Leads crew engaged in various aspects of general street maintenance; levels gravel and asphalt; mixes, pours and cuts concrete; places barricades at various locations; directs traffic; repairs sidewalks, potholes and driveways; completes work orders; and maintains supplies and equipment. Monitors and maintains supplies, materials, and equipment used to perform essential tasks; ensures workers have sufficient materials to complete tasks; oversees use of equipment. Keeps Utilities Field Coordinator informed of all work performed and progress of tasks; reports problems and concerns; completes all appropriate paperwork; and complies with policies relating to reporting mechanisms and staffing issues. Ensures safety of all employees working on projects, and ensures proper precautions are taken to avoid/minimize injury to employees or damage to property and equipment. Performs basic and semi-skilled labor as appropriate to assist in completion of maintenance, upkeep, and construction projects for assigned division; uses hand tools and operates motorized tools as necessary to complete assigned task. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or valid equivalent; and Five (5) years of experience as a Utilities Field Technician with the City of Boynton Beach; (prior outside experience will be considered) Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL); and Must possess and maintain (depending on the area of assignment) a Stormwater or Wastewater "B" Certification or a Level III Water Distribution License or a Class C or higher Water Treatment Plant Operator License. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Santa Fe Springs