Well Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Salary can be commensurate with experience and qualifications

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.

Technical work maintaining and repairing raw water wells. 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.

• Operate and maintain all wells.

• Operate and maintain expensive instrumentation equipment.

• Operate, maintain, clean, repair and service well equipment as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

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

• Two (2) years mechanical experience.

Knowledge of operation and maintenance of wells. Technical, mechanical and mathematical knowledge. Ability to read and understand as-builds, schematics and diagrams. Ability to follow and understand written and oral instructions. Ability to communicate with the public and fellow employees. Ability to work in a confined space and to perform manual work in various conditions. Skill in repair of various equipment. Skill in trouble shooting of wells.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS:

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

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

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 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.

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:

• Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction)

• Acceptable hearing (with or without hearing aid)

• Heavy (45 pounds and over) lifting and carrying

• Reaching

• Climbing

• Distinguish colors

• Pulling, walking, standing, crawling, kneeling, bending, stooping and driving

• In or moving vehicles

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

• Works inside and outside in various weather conditions with noise, dust, fumes, gases, chemicals, solvents, grease or oils, electrical energy, slippery and/or uneven surfaces, and odors.

• Heights (up to 60 feet) or below ground level.

• Vibrations

• Poor lighting

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.