Senior Utilities Serviceworker - Wastewater

Water Otter Job Board; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Fort Lauderdale is seeking a skilled Maintenance worker to oversee the upkeep of the George T. Lohmeyer Waste Water Treatment Plant. The role includes cleaning, minor repairs, operation of a Vac-Truck, and maintenance of odor control and related systems.

Minimum requirements include a High School Diploma and at least two years of related experience. A CDL-B with Air Brakes and Tanker Endorsement is required within one year of hire, with potential night/weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• At least two years of experience in installation, repair and maintenance of water, sewer, and stormwater conveyance systems and related infrastructure.
• Possess or obtain within one year of hire a CDL - Class B or higher with Air Brakes and Tanker Endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Cleans industrial buildings process areas.
• Perform minor building and plant system repairs and painting.
• Operate Vac-Truck for center rings, lateral lines, and clarifiers.
• Maintain scum and sanitary stations; enter confined spaces.
• Operate and maintain equipment and tools related to the area.
• May perform construction-related duties such as carpentry, masonry, concrete, excavation, and tiling.

Skills

Two years of experience

CDL Class B with Air Brakes and Tanker

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Possess, or obtain within one (1) year from hire date; a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Class B or higher with Air Brakes and Tanker Endorsement

This is skilled work of average difficulty overseeing the maintenance of the George T. Lohmeyer Waste Water Treatment Plant. Performs skilled work in the repair and maintenance of water, wastewater, and stormwater system infrastructureor other work in connection with water and wastewater systems. Cleans city-owned wastewater plant infrastructure.

In accordance with Article 24 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Teamsters Local Union 769, for posting purposes this open-competitive job posting shall be considered as a simultaneous internal and external posting (it is open to both internal City employees and external applicants).

Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.

• Cleans industrial buildings process areas
• Minor building and plant system repairs, minor painting of buildings and areas
• Operates a Vac-Truck; cleaning center rings, clearing lateral lines, clean clarifiers, soft dig
• Maintains scum stations and sanitary stations
• Entering confined spaces
• Brush clearing, trimming
• Maintains a dump station, operate a skid steer
• Maintains and repairs odor control systems
• Changes A/C filters and maintains inventory
• Operates and maintains equipment, machinery, and tools applicable to area of assignment
• May perform construction related duties, including carpentry, masonry, laying concrete, excavating, site restoration, and tiling, as assigned
• May install asphalt patches
• Performs all functions of a Utilities Serviceworker, as needed, and maintains cleanliness of work areas; removes debris, as needed
• Estimates material needs; procures materials, equipment, and supplies, as needed
• Reads and utilizes drawings, maps
• Uses digital hand-held tools and asset management systems
• Knowledgeable in the use of Asset Management software and platforms
• Will be required to perform "stand-by duty"; being available and responding to off-duty emergency call-ins to effect repairs
• May be required to work nights and weekends
• Ensures compliance with safety regulations and standard operating procedures
• Performs related work as required

JOB REQUIREMENTS, PREFERENCES & WORK ENVIRONMENT

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

High School Diploma, G.E.D., or foreign education equivalentHave at least two (2) years of experience in installation, repair and maintenance of water, sewer, and stormwater conveyance systems and roadways, or related commercial/industrial maintenance and/or janitorial related experience Possess, or obtain within one (1) year from hire date; a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Class B or higher with Air Brakes and Tanker Endorsement Will be required to perform "stand-by duty"; being available and responding to off-duty emergency call-ins to effect repairsMay be required to work nights and weekendsTo claim Veterans’ Preference, candidates must attach to the application a copy of military separation papers (DD214) and service-connected disability documentation (if applicable) to meet eligibility requirements as stipulated by Florida Statues. For additional information, please refer to the Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs. (link: https://floridavets.org/benefits-services/veterans-preference/)As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.

PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The position involves medium physical demands, such as exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. Ability to lift, stoop, bend, crawl, kneel and climb ladders up to 10 feet in performing a variety of job-related tasks. Ability to work in inclement weather conditions. Exposure to water, which may include, potable water, ground water, stormwater, and sewage.

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