Utilities Worker Trainee/I/II/III

City of Panama City Beach•Pcb, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position assists with the repair and maintenance of the city’s potable and reclaimed water distribution systems and wastewater collection systems. Depending on qualifications and designation, the incumbent may be a Utilities Worker Trainee, Utilities Worker I, Utilities Worker II, or Utilities Worker III. Work consists of related maintenance duties performed to maintain and repair the city’s underground utility systems. Inclement weather and field conditions contribute to the complexity of the work. Successful performance supports well-maintained and efficient water, reclaimed water, and wastewater systems. Work is assigned by the Underground Utilities Superintendent in terms of general instructions, and completed work is spot-checked for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of final results. The work is guided by city ordinances and city and department policies and procedures, which are generally clear and specific but may require interpretation. Contacts typically include co-workers, other city employees, vendors, customers, and the public, to exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services. The work is typically performed in a warehouse and outdoors, and may involve intermittent sitting, standing, stooping, bending, crouching, or walking. The employee is exposed to dust and dirt, moving machinery, contagious or infectious diseases, and irritating chemicals, and must use personal protective equipment. After-hours calls are answered when the employee is serving on-call.

Requirements

Utilities Worker Trainee: Standard high school diploma/GED or vocational school.
Utilities Worker Trainee: Possess or be able to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Florida.
Utilities Worker Trainee: Prior experience with maintenance of underground water distribution and wastewater systems.
Utilities Worker I: At least one year of employment or prior experience in underground utilities.
Utilities Worker I: Confined space entry training certificate and Intermediate MOT certification.
Utilities Worker I: Class III Water Distribution System Operator license issued by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, and Class C Wastewater Collection Technician certification issued by the Florida Water & Pollution Control Operator's Association.
Utilities Worker II: At least three years of employment or prior experience in underground utilities.
Utilities Worker II: Confined space entry training certificate and Intermediate MOT certification.
Utilities Worker II: Class II Water Distribution System Operator license issued by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, and Class B Wastewater Collection Technician certification issued by the Florida Water & Pollution Control Operator's Association.
Utilities Worker III: At least five years of employment or prior experience in underground utilities.
Utilities Worker III: Confined space entry training certificate and Intermediate MOT certification.
Utilities Worker III: Class I Water Distribution System Operator license issued by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, and Class A Wastewater Collection Technician certification issued by the Florida Water & Pollution Control Operator's Association.
Knowledge of underground water, reclaimed water, and wastewater system maintenance and repair principles.
Knowledge of meter functions, computers, job-related software programs, and the streets and geography of the city.
Skill in operating a variety of trucks, construction equipment, hand tools, and power tools.
Skill in prioritizing and organizing work and in oral and written communication.
Ability to perform the described physical tasks and use required personal protective equipment.

Responsibilities

Repair the city’s water distribution, reclaimed water, and sewer collection systems.
Install water and sewer taps and operate a tapping machine.
Install mains, valves, hydrants, and other system components.
Operate a sewer jet to clean lines.
Operate a variety of trucks and equipment.
Operate a variety of hand and power tools.
Pressure test and disinfect water lines.
Maintain mileage logs, daily work logs, meter change-out logs, and similar records.
Respond to after-hours calls when serving on-call.
Perform related duties.