Irrigation & Utilities Tech

PARKWAY MAINTENANCE & MANAGEMENT PINELLAS LLC; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 26,174 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

PARKWAY MAINTENANCE & MANAGEMENT PINELLAS LLC in Clearwater, FL is seeking an entry-level Utilities Maintenance Worker to inspect, test, maintain and repair domestic water, wastewater, reclaimed water, irrigation and drainage systems across common and maintenance buildings.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent, basic English literacy, and willingness to perform physically demanding tasks such as lifting up to 60 pounds and working outdoors.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Experience with plumbing techniques, fixtures, devices and piping (preferred but not required).
• Experience with irrigation devices and techniques (preferred but not required).

Responsibilities

• Inspecting, maintaining and repairing roadway and property drainage system and structures.
• Inspecting, maintaining and repairing irrigation piping and devices.
• Inspecting, maintaining and repairing reclaimed water piping.
• Inspecting, maintaining and repairing the gravity waste system for the buildings.
• Maintains and replaces all water meters.
• All water shut offs and turn on for the residents.
• Pressure washing sidewalks and other high profile areas as assigned.
• Inspect, maintain and repair HVAC and water heater drain lines.
• Traffic control as needed during repairs made close to or on roadways.
• Pressure washing sidewalks and other high-profile areas as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: CW - Clearwater, FL 33763Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $19.39 HourlyJob Shift: Day

The Utilities Maintenance Worker has the responsibility to inspect, test, maintain and replace components of the domestic water supply system, the waste water system, the reclaimed water system, the irrigation system and the roadway drainage system located in the common areas, recreation buildings and maintenance buildings.

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

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspecting, maintaining and repairing all components of the roadway and property drainage system and structures
• Inspecting, maintaining and repairing all irrigation piping and devices
• Inspecting, maintaining and repairing all reclaimed water piping,
• Inspecting, maintaining and repairing the gravity waste system for the buildings
• Maintains and replaces all water meters
• All water shut offs and turn on for the residents
• Pressure washing sidewalks and other high profile areas as assigned
• Inspects, maintains and repairs all plumbing fixtures in the building' laundry rooms, recreation centers and employees' rest rooms in the various buildings
• Inspect, maintain and repair HVAC and water heater drain lines
• Traffic control as needed during repairs made close to or on roadways
• Pressure washing sidewalks and other high-profile areas as assigned

In addition to the responsibilities described above, the role may include such other responsibilities and duties as assigned from time to time, based upon OTOW Inc. needs or requirements.

• Performs other duties as necessary.
• Responsible for compliance to company policies and directives.
• Professional manner, discretion, and appearance are expected.
• Reports any incident or accident immediately to their supervisor. Informs of any issues.
• Punctuality and Attendance are significant job reliabilities.
• Maintain clean and orderly work environment.

Hazardous Exposure

May involve exposure to toxic chemicals, fumes, and particles, blood, body fluids, or tissues through contact with injured workers. Situations can be imagined or hypothesized under which anyone, anywhere, might encounter potential exposure to body fluids.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the individual will be required to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and taste or smell; will regularly be required to stand, walk, and to lift up to 60 pounds. Vision requirements are close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The Technician must be able to dig holes and work in close quarters in many positions. He or she must be able to climb down into holes, etc.

Organizational Relationships

The Utilities Maintenance Worker is in a front line position to deal with residents and guests at times. Customer Service, respect and diplomacy are stressed at all times. The appearance, actions and words of this person will determine how the resident views the rest of the company. The Utilities Maintenance Worker will conduct themselves at all times, in a professional manner, as a representative of Parkway Maintenance.

This position has no supervisory responsibility.

Direct Reports: Assistant Superintendent of Utilities and works closely with all other members of Parkway Maintenance and other entities.

QualificationsQualifications (Education, Experience, Knowledge and Abilities)

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English

Knowledge and Abilities

• Experience with and knowledge of plumbing techniques, fixtures, devices and piping (preferred but not required)
• Experience with and knowledge of irrigation devices and techniques (preferred but not required)

Working Conditions

The working conditions described are typical of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will on occasion be required to work efficiently and accurately in an atmosphere of frequent interruption, to be exposed to wet or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals.,.
• The individual will regularly be exposed to outdoor weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. Work may require exposure to prolonged high noise levels.
• Works in confined spaces in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) regulations.

Certifications, Licenses, and Special Requirements

• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving experience is required.
• Must pass a background check and drug screen.