Utilities Service Worker

City of Apopka•Apopka, FL

About The Position

This is a skilled position requiring manual work and the application of skills and knowledge achieved through education and experience within the field of water and wastewater maintenance. This position will be determined to be a level I or II depending on the certifications held and higher level of knowledge, skills, and abilities. Work is carried out under the direct supervision of the Utilities Maintenance Crew Leader.

Requirements

Level I
High school diploma, or valid equivalent.
Valid State of Florida Driver's License.
Must possess a valid State of Florida Commercial Driver's License, Class B or better or must be able to obtain same within 180 days of employment.
Level II
Two (2) years of experience performing work in water distribution maintenance or installation.
Level C Waste Water collection certification or Level 3 Water Distribution Operator license or able to and will obtain license within one (1) year from date of hire.
Valid backflow certification or will obtain within one (1) year from date of hire.
Valid State of Florida Class B Commercial driver's license (CDL) with tanker vehicle endorsement or able to obtain within 120 days of hire. An out of state class B CDL is acceptable, but selected candidates must obtain and provide a valid State of Florida CDL within thirty (30) days of start date.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered, provided that the education and experience are in a relevant and related field.

Nice To Haves

Level I
One (1) year of experience performing work in utility maintenance or installation.

Responsibilities

Performs scheduled maintenance on sewer collection, water distribution, reclaim distribution systems, and Lift Stations.
Repairs and maintains water distribution, sewer collection, and reclaim distribution systems.
Repairs and/or replaces manholes, utility piping, fire hydrants, water/sewer meters, water service lines, and air release valves and structures.
Open and close water valves; services line flow tests and clears blocked service lines.
Completes various forms, work orders, reports, correspondence, daily worksheets, or other documents.
Uses personal protective equipment (PPE), hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, transit level, specialized equipment, boom truck, portable generator, dump truck, vacuum combination truck, heavy equipment.
Interact positively with the public and assist and respond to residents' inquiries.
Reports any safety issues to supervisor, immediately.
Sweeps and cleans work areas. Ensures equipment is properly maintained, including fuel and oil maintenance.
Complete pre- and post-trip inspections and notify supervisor of any issues and determine if the equipment needs to go to Fleet for repair.
Work requires frequent operation of a utility crew truck, both on and off road.
Work diligently while maintaining safety and quality in all aspects of job performance. Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.
Perform general manual labor work as required.
Performs any other duties or tasks that may be assigned.
Reviews and interprets GIS data and construction plans.
Performs manhole, lateral and gravity system visual inspections as well as inspections using specialized equipment.
Performs installation and testing of water meter and backflow preventers, troubleshoot and repair of lift station electrical panels.
May operate a variety of light-duty and heavy-duty equipment, to include Vac-Con truck.
Performs various general maintenance duties including pressure cleaning, landscaping, and equipment inspections.
Conducts meter reading and service line flow testing.
Responds and repairs service leaks and main breaks.
Performs fire hydrant flow testing, flushing, painting, and inspections. Also installs and repairs force main and gravity mains, manholes, and laterals.
Performs utility locating via Sunshine 811 one call system, as needed.