Utility Service Worker "A"



Job Details

Utility Service Worker "A"
Employer

City of Delray Beach

Salary

$30,087.00 - $51,297.00 Annually

Location

FL 33444, FL

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

01081

Department

Utilities

Opening Date

03/16/2018

Job Description

Veterans' Preference Applies


EEO Statement
The City of Delray Beach does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability, marital status, family status or sexual orientation in employment or the provision of services.

Non-Smoking
The City of Delray Beach is a Non-Tobacco Workplace. The City will not consider applicants who have used tobacco or nicotine products for a period of at least three months prior to application for employment. The definition of "tobacco or nicotine products" includes but is not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipes, snuff, e-cigarettes and nicotine patches or gum.

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This is advanced, skilled work in maintaining and repairing water meters, backflow devices and checking for low water pressure. Work is performed under general supervision. 

Essential Job Duties

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
 
               
·         Install and change out water meters; Install, relocate and repairs fire hydrants and exercise valves; install water service, taps, meter sets.
 
·         Repair water and sewer service leaks and main breaks.
 
·         Replace meter boxes and curb stops.
 
·         Accurately check for low water pressure.
 
·          Maintain records for locations of all utility mains and system appurtenances, prepare routine reports.
 
·         Accurately prepare technical reports,
 
·         May operate sewer cleaning equipment, sewer line and manhole repair equipment, if required.
 
·         May perform heavy manual functions, if required.
 
·         Foster positive employee relations and employee morale on a City-wide basis.

Minimum Qualifications

High School graduation or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma. Two (2) years of professional, verifiable experience in a related function within the water or wastewater field. Must have a valid Florida Driver's License, Class B-CDL with Airbrakes and Tanker endorsements, within six months of hire.
 
 
Water/Sewer Network: Must obtain within six months of hire a State of Florida Level III Water Distribution System Operator's License.
 
Knowledge of specific department/division methods, operating procedures and processes. Knowledge of the City's policies, procedures, and practices. Skill in the use of hand and power tools and/or hand held computer. Skill in reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications. Skill in policy interpretation and application. Ability to work independently when needed and to adhere to established policies and procedures. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the general public.  Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form. Ability to manage and prioritize routine, specialized and complex assignments and problems utilizing knowledge acquired through prior education, training, and experience. Ability to adapt to an evolving and continually improving environment. Ability to be on call during regular or off-duty hours as required. Punctuality and regular attendance are essential functions of this position.
 
 
The abilities expected of all employees include being able to respond to supervision, guidance and direction of superiors in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies, be appropriately groomed and attired so as to present a professional image in accordance with the organization's mission, goals, and policies; report for work promptly and properly prepared at the time and place required by the assignment or orders; notify the appropriate supervisor of intended absences in accordance with stated rules; conform with standards and rules regarding use of accrued time; demonstrate a polite, helpful and courteous manner when engaged in any activity with the public; operate and care for equipment to manufacturer's specifications and/or within the specified parameters; demonstrate an understanding, consideration, and respect of cultural, religious, and gender differences when interacting with the public and colleagues.
 
A comparable combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position, may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
 

Supplemental Information

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear, use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with both hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk, stand, bend and lift. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 45 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color and depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Works inside and outside. Works at depths (up to 30 feet) for Water/Sewer Network Division, works at heights (up to 60 feet) for Maintenance Division. May work in strong odors.

Full-time employees of the City of Delray Beach are provided with a comprehensive benefit package that includes paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, health insurance, life insurance, long term disability insurance, a defined pension plan, and much more. Benefit coverage varies by employee group.

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01
The City will not consider applicants who have used tobacco products for a period of at least three months prior to application for employment. The definition of "tobacco products" shall include, but is not limited to, cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipes and snuff. Have you used any tobacco products for a period of at least three months prior to your application for employment?
  • Yes
  • No
02
Do you possess a high school diploma or acceptable equivalency diploma, G.E.D.?
  • Yes
  • No
03
Do you possess a valid Florida Driver's License with a good driving record? If you possess a Driver License from another state please acknowledge you must obtain a Florida one within 30 days of the hire date.]
  • Yes, I have a Florida driver license with a good dirving record
  • I have it from another state but I acknowledge I must obtain a Florida one within 30 days of the hire date.
  • I don't have a Driver License from any state.
04
How many years of professional verifiable experience do you have maintaining and repairing water meters?
  • No experience
  • Less than a year
  • One year
  • Two years
  • Three years
  • Four years
  • Five years or more
05
Please describe your verifiable experience, (place of work, duties, etc.) maintaining and repairing water meters. Please Indicate N/A if not applicable
06
How many years of experience do you have maintaining and repairing backflow devices?
  • No experience
  • Less than a year
  • One year
  • Two years
  • Three years
  • Four years
  • Five years
07
Please describe your verifiable experience, (place of work, duties, etc.) maintaining and repairing backflow devices. Please Indicate N/A if not applicable
08
Do you have experience checking for low water pressure? If so please describe your experience. Please indicate N/A if not applicable
09
Do you possess a valid Florida Class B, CDL with Airbrake and Tanker endorsements? If not please acknowledge you will obtain it within 6 months of the hire date
  • Yes
  • No, but I acknowledge I must obtain it within 6 months of the hire date
10
Do you posses a State of Florida Level III Water Distribution System Operator's License? If not please acknowledge that you must obtain it within 6 months of the hire date
  • Yes
  • No, but I aknowledge that I must obtain it within 6 months of the hire date.
11
Are you claiming Veteran's preference? If so, you must scan and attach a copy of your DD214 to this application. Otherwise your application will not be considered.
  • Yes
  • No

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Employer
City of Delray Beach
Address
100 NW 1st Avenue

Delray Beach, Florida, 33444
Phone
561-243-7125
Website
http://www.mydelraybeach.com

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