Utilities Distribution/Collection Tech I

Job Title

Utilities Laborer

Description

Semi-skilled manual work in the performance of laboring tasks and supplying the public with a service in water and wastewater. Employees in the Utilities Department must be experienced in water and wastewater operations and customer service.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Operates light to heavy equipment to include tractor mower, front-end loader/backhoe, dump truck, weed-eater, power jack and cut-off saw, as needed.

Read, and assist in repairing, replacing, cleaning and testing water meters and water meter boxes.

Turn on meters and perform disconnects.

Assist in repair of electrical systems, sewer manholes and large meter installations.

Flush fire hydrants and clean sewer lines.

Assists in maintaining lift stations.

General grounds maintenance of utilities properties may include mowing, weed eating, and other housekeeping duties.

Assist in tapping, upgrading, repair and service of water and sewer lines, inspecting new utilities construction, and troubleshooting sewer backups.

Accomplish assigned daily work orders.

Perform minor repairs, maintenance and service of equipment.

Maintains log of daily operations activities.

Requires shift work, holiday work, weekend work, and on-call duties when needed.

Basic computer skills in word processing, spreadsheets, and email correspondence.

Minimum Qualifications

Ability to: operate light equipment; to learn and understand all phases of field service; to assist in all phases of utilities water and sewer operations; to work well with others; to communicate well with office staff and customers.

Some knowledge of water line or sewer line repairs, customer service, and equipment maintenance.

General computer operating skills (typing correspondence, email, and memorandums).

Experience using hand tools and some record keeping.

Other Skills and Abilities

Understanding methods of water distribution and/or wastewater collection.

Understanding environmental safety as it pertains to community health and wellbeing.

Ability to inspect machinery and other mechanical equipment in operation; to detect flaws and defects in operation.

Ability to read meters and charts accurately, also maintain records.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) equivalency.

At least, one (1) year or more experience in manual labor, including operation of small equipment and some maintenance.

Possession of a valid Florida Drivers License.

Prefer FDEP Class "C" distribution/collection Certificate

Benefits

The Town provides 100% paid employee health insurance, dental insurance, long-term disability, life, and accidental death insurance. The Town also provides 50% paid dependent health insurance, a 401a retirement plan that is fully vested after three years, paid time off, and paid holidays. Employees have the option of purchasing additional life insurance, short-term disability insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and vision insurance at reduced rates. All benefits described are only available to full time employees.