Utility Service Worker "C" - Water Maintenance

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 aNon-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.

Entry level trainee work involving basic cleaning and maintenance of lift stations, water and wastewater distribution systems; and/or water treatment plant. Work is performed under close supervision. Position may require employee to operate motor vehicle and power driven equipment. Perform related work as required.

• This position is for the Maintenance division*

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

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.

• Perform routine maintenance on water and wastewater distribution systems, lift stations and/or Water Treatment Plant.

• Install and repair water distribution, sanitary sewer lines, lift stations, manholes, and all related facilities.

• Dig and refill ditches, load dirt and construction materials.

• Perform lawn maintenance activities.

• Operate light power equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school graduation or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma;

• Two (2) years of experience in heavy manual labor and the use of hand and light power tools.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS:

• Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License, with a good driving record.

Knowledge of materials, methods, practices and equipment used in the water and wastewater field. Ability to communicate verbally. Basic Mathematical skills. Physical condition, strength and agility commensurate with the demand of the position, occasionally under adverse weather conditions. Ability to work rotating shifts as applied.

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 professionalimage 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 amount of training, education or experience can be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Supplemental Information

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

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.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS:

• Heavy (45 pounds and over) lifting and carrying

• Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction)

• Acceptable hearing (with or without hearing aid)

• Ability to communicate orally.

• Climbing, walking and standing.

• Kneeling, bending, smelling, or stooping.

• Driving

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

• Works outside in various weather conditions

• Confined spaces

• Chemicals, electricity

• Around light power equipment

• Slippery surfaces

• Below ground level

• Odor

• Climbs ladders

• Heights (up to 60 feet)

SELECTION GUIDELINES:Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests might be required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement with the employer, and requirements of the job change.