Utility Craftsworker (Wastewater Maintenance)

City of Richland•Pompano Beach, FL

7d•$32 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Wastewater Maintenance Supervisor or designee, performs semi-skilled work in the construction, maintenance and repair of the City's wastewater and stormwater systems, to include assisting in the operation of backhoes, dump trucks, jet/vac trucks and TV trucks. Subject to after hours and weekend work as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One (1) year of experience in wastewater or stormwater, and/or underground utility construction, maintenance, and/or repair.
Valid driver’s license including a Class “A” CDL with tanker endorsement upon hire date and maintain throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, codes and regulations related to assigned activities.
Knowledge of modern office practices, methods, procedures and equipment.
Knowledge of record-keeping principles, procedures, and techniques.
Knowledge of methods, tools and procedures used in the construction, maintenance, and repair of stormwater and wastewater systems and related facilities.
Knowledge of construction safety practices, including confined space and trench safety.
Knowledge of applicable health and safety policy, procedures and practices.
Ability to learn, read, interpret, and apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written communications.
Ability to observe legal and defensive driving practices.
Ability to follow safety and health regulations.
Ability to use hand and power tools safely.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; comprehend and use English effectively including producing all forms of communications in a clear, concise and understandable manner to intended audiences.
Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; work independently with little or no direction, set priorities and meet deadlines.
Ability to use tact, initiative, prudence and independent judgment within general policy and procedural guidelines.
Ability to establish, maintain and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Ability to operate a variety of modern office equipment and personal computers in a windows based computing environment, using standard or customized software application programs appropriate to assigned tasks.
Ability to provide continuous effort to improve operations and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality customer service.

Responsibilities

Operates heavy equipment to include backhoes, dump trucks, jet/vac trucks and TV trucks with oversight from General Craftsworker as needed.
Performs semi-skilled work in the construction, maintenance and repair of the City's wastewater and stormwater systems.
Operates related computer equipment and various software programs to assigned tasks.
Operates hand and power rodding machines, and other hand/power tools and equipment in the repair and maintenance of the wastewater and stormwater systems and related facilities.
Performs work functions at the Waste Compost Facility as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Excellent preferred provider plan with a substantial City-paid contribution
City-paid dental and vision plans
City-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (equals two times the employees annual salary)
City-paid Long-term Disability Insurance
Participation in the State of Washington's Retirement Plan (PERS)
Paid Time Off (PTO)
10 Paid Holidays
4% City-match (base pay) deferred compensation plan 457
Extended Sick Leave (ESL)
City-paid and Employee-paid Retirement Health Savings Plan
Section 125 - Flexible Benefits Plan (Medical/Dependent Care)
Employee Assistance Program