Utility Field Specialist

JOB SUMMARY

The Utility Field Specialist performs a wide range of routine labor-intensive work in the maintenance and repair of City water, reclaimed, and sewer systems and associated utility Lift stations and facilitates. Employees in this classification function at entry level. Routine tasks are performed with some independence and more difficult work is performed under direct supervision. This position maintains the utility facilities and promotes safe and efficient transporting of water/wastewater/reclaimed throughout the City.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Provides routine installation, maintenance and repair service to pumping stations, treatment plants and associated utilities transport systems

Cleans, and inspects and maintains lift stations, water and wastewater facilities and equipment, e.g., removes grease; lubricates motors and equipment, replaces packing in pumps and valves, replaces wiring and bearings in motors and pumps

Assists in the installation of water and sewer systems; installs taps, backflows, stop-offs, domestic and reclaimed water meters; performs cold patching of streets after repairs

Assists in the disassembly, overhaul and repair of transmission lines and peripheral components, e.g., hydrants, gauges, motors, assemblies, values, panels and switches

Operates equipment though test sequencing to ensure proper operating conditions; monitors gauges and meters to ensure proper operating conditions

Performs all work in adherence to establish preventative maintenance principals and schedules to detect wear and tear and prevent equipment and operational malfunctions; performs non-scheduled maintenance activities

Performs the safe and proper operation of trade tools and power equipment; adheres to prescribed safety standards and regulatory requirements

Maintains daily work reports and preventative maintenance records, ensuring through documentation for identified problem areas

Performs basic lawn care and landscaping tasks; performs general installation and repairs to irrigation systems; trims trees and hedges

Coordinates with utility operators on leaks, main breaks, or related critical events; responds to emergency call-in in disasters or other critical events

Performs related duties as directed when such duties are a logical and appropriate assignment to the position.

OTHER DUTIES

Represents the Department at meetings involving assigned activities

All employees will have a role in the City's disaster preparation and/or disaster recovery efforts, as may be designated in the City Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing or activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High School graduation or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma

A minimum of one (1) year experience in manual labor preferably in utilities or related operations

A comparable amount of training, education, or experience can be substituted for the minimum qualifications

ADDITONAL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Valid Florida Driver's license

Employee shall obtain certifications for the National Incident Management System ICS-100 Introduction to the Incident Command System and IS-700 National Incident Management System, An Introduction within six (6) months of employment. The following courses are designed to provide a * -baseline, as they introduce basic NIMS and ICS concepts and provide the foundation for higher-level Emergency Operations Center- (EOC), MACS-, and ICS-related training

COMPETENCIES

General knowledge of the safe and proper use and care of manual and power hand tools and equipment utilized in the utility's preventative maintenance and repair field

General knowledge of, and ability to utilize materials, methods and equipment used in general maintenance and utility work

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and related documentation

Ability to read and interpret blueprints and a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram or schedule form

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Ability to recognize safety hazards and to take precautionary measures to protect self and others

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with management personnel, co-workers, outside agencies and the general public

WORK ENVIRONMENT

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Acceptable hearing (with or without hearing aid)