Field Technician Trainee, I or II D.O.Q - Sewer PM

City of Port St. Lucie•Port St Lucie Florida 34983, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves manual and semi-skilled work in the maintenance, construction, and repair of water distribution and wastewater collection utility mains and systems. It aims to foster public trust and confidence in the City’s Utility. The role requires the applicant to pass a drug screening and a DOT physical, and it is a Safety Sensitive position subject to random drug testing. The position is also classified as Essential, requiring reporting to duty before, during, and after civil emergencies. There are three levels: Trainee, I, and II, each with increasing responsibilities and pay rates. All levels require shift work, scheduled/unscheduled overtime, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and immediate response to emergency conditions.

Requirements

Knowledge of safe work techniques and practices used in minor line construction.
Ability to make independent judgments and decisions.
Knowledge of materials used in the construction and maintenance of water and wastewater facilities, water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with employees and the public.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to focus on the positive in every situation.
Ability to model respect for individuals, teams, and the organization.
Ability to stay centered when challenged.
Ability to establish and maintain the trust and confidence of the department and public.
Ability to read and use charts, blueprints and civil drawings.
Knowledge of standard electrical and mechanical tools and test equipment.
Proven mechanical ability as it relates to utility pumps, motors, and other appurtenances; proper use of tools and testing equipment, read and use charts and blueprints.
Knowledge of routine grounds keeping maintenance.
Knowledge of tools and equipment required to perform duties (mower, weed-eater, lopper, chain saw, etc.)
High school graduation, possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.
Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License and maintenance of a clean driving history.
Must obtain a Florida CDL-A Driver’s License Permit within six (6) months of employment and obtain a Florida CDL-A Driver’s License w/Tanker Endorsement within eighteen (18) months of employment.
One (1) year experience with water distribution and/or wastewater collection systems.
Must possess a valid Florida CDL “A” Driver’s License w/ Tanker Endorsement.
Maintenance of a clean driving record.
Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma supplemented by specialized mechanical training.
Minimum of two (2) years’ experience with water distribution and/or wastewater collection systems.
Possession of a valid Florida CDL “A” Driver’s License with Tanker endorsement at the time of employment.
Requires maintenance of DOT physical requirements.

Responsibilities

Keeps the mission, vision and values of the City of Port St. Lucie and Utility Systems Department at the forefront of decision making and action.
Builds strategic and collaborative relationships and interacts with others in a way that builds confidence and trust.
Provides excellent customer service by taking action to accomplish objectives, maintaining high levels of work and productivity by generating innovative solutions to work situations.
Answers customer services calls promptly and efficiently.
Assist in the performance of varied maintenance and construction activities to the City water and wastewater treatment and water distribution and collection systems.
Assist in locating, installation, repair and maintenance of water distribution and wastewater collection lines and mains.
Install and set water meters.
Tap water main and wastewater mains to be used for service lines.
Assist in the installation, repair, maintenance/exercising and testing of fire hydrants, valves, backflow preventers and other devices.
Regular and punctual attendance.
Perform duties as assigned through work orders.
Operate necessary equipment needed to accomplish daily job duties associated with the water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on equipment.
Work on high and low voltage equipment.
Perform routine maintenance of City-owned property (mowing, trimming, debris clearance, weed control, etc.)
Keep basic records; perform computer data entry.
May be required to go on twenty-four (24) hour rotating on-call schedule within twelve (12) months of hire.
Perform varied maintenance and construction activities to the City water and wastewater treatment and water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
Locate, install, repair and maintain water distribution and wastewater collection lines and mains.
Install and set water meters; test large and small meters.
Investigate complaints and converse with customers.
May be required to take water samples and perform basic water analysis.
Coordinate the maintenance and repair of low pressure STEP, lift stations, residential and commercial grinders, gravity sewer systems, manholes, and valves.
Check new tanks for leaks or other defects and assure correct installation of same.
Check out pumps and alarm systems.
Inspect, maintain and repair low-pressure mains, force mains, gravity sewer laterals, clean outs, and service lines.
TV service line laterals and report any potential problems.
Inspect connection (circuit breaker) for Building Department Certificate of Occupancy.
Train and instruct new staff members in established procedures and methods.
Required to go on twenty-four (24) hour rotation.
May require announced or unannounced overtime or call-out to respond to emergency situations.
Maintain accurate records, perform computer data entry.
Additional duties as required.