Water Utilities Pipefitter I

City of Lakeland, FL • Lakeland, FL

366d

About The Position

This is semi-skilled work in installing and repairing water distribution and/or wastewater collection facilities and mechanisms. Work involves performing semi-skilled duties assisting in installing, repairing, and maintaining water and/or wastewater services and mains. The employee normally works under direct supervision, and all work is inspected in progress and upon completion.

Requirements

• High school diploma from an accredited school or a GED.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to obtain Class 'A' CDL with appropriate endorsements as are required by the employing department within six (6) months of employment.
• Must be able to obtain a Class 'C' Water Distribution License within eighteen (18) months of employment.
• Must maintain a valid telephone number.
• Required to pass and maintain qualification for Respiratory Protection Physical, Pulmonary Function, and Qualitative and Quantitative Fit Test(s).

Responsibilities

• Lays water mains; installs hydrants, valves, fittings, clamps, and sleeves; flushes lines; backfills around pipes; landscapes upon completion.
• Makes routine water taps; digs holes for taps; sets up tapping mechanism; makes tie-ins; installs water service lines and meters.
• Performs maintenance on materials, tools, and equipment.
• Yarns, pours, pounds lead; cuts and bevels pipes; threads pipes; caulks joints.
• Operates related heavy equipment such as electric grinder, air compressor, jackhammer, acetylene torch, dump truck, and boom truck; may operate backhoe.
• Perform helper duties for nighttime call out.
• Performs all other associated duties regarding the installation and maintenance of water lines/attributes and other associated services provided by the City.
• May be required to work overtime, or alternate hours, as necessary for the efficient operation of the department.
• Performs emergency repairs on the water distribution system after normal working hours; subject to working overtime and participating in stand-by duty.

Benefits

• Annual leave accumulated bi-weekly based on years of service.
• Sick leave accrued biweekly based on years of service.
• Sick leave pool for catastrophic or long-term illnesses.
• Family & Medical Leave for up to twelve (12) weeks per year.
• Pension Plan with mandatory participation for full-time regular employees.
• Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution Plans available.
• Deferred Compensation 457 Plan with a match of up to 5% of salary.
• Twelve (12) holidays including one (1) personal floating holiday.
• Funeral leave for immediate family members.
• Jury/Witness Duty with full pay while serving.
• Military Leave for annual training without loss of pay.
• Maternity Leave options available.
• Tuition Reimbursement program up to $2,500 per fiscal year.
• Suggestion Awards program for constructive ideas.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees