Senior Utilities Serviceworker (Water Distribution Level 3 License Required)

City of Fort Lauderdale; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Fort Lauderdale seeks a skilled Utilities Worker (Level 3+) to oversee installation, maintenance, and repair of the water distribution, wastewater, and stormwater systems and city roadways. This role includes operating equipment, performing construction tasks, and potentially supervising in the absence of senior staff.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, two years of relevant experience, a Level 3+ water license, and a CDL class B or higher within one year of

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, G.E.D., or foreign education equivalent.
• Two (2) years of experience in installation, repair, and maintenance of water, sewer, and stormwater systems and roadways.
• Water Distribution Level 3 or higher license is required.
• CDL - Class B or higher with Air Brakes with acceptable driving record (within 1 year of hire).
• Veterans' Preference documentation as per Florida statutes (DD214, disability docs) if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Leads and performs digging, trenching, and repairs for water mains, sewers, and stormwater lines.
• Operates and maintains equipment and tools for the area of assignment.
• May perform construction-related duties (carpentry, masonry, concrete, tiling) and operate related vehicles.
• Can lead/assist in operation of heavy equipment and road maintenance.
• May serve as assistant to higher chiefs and perform duties in their absence.
• Performs Utilities Serviceworker duties and maintains clean work areas.
• Ensures compliance with safety regulations and standard operating procedures.
• Estimates material needs and procures materials and supplies.
• Reads drawings, maps, and utilities atlas; uses asset management systems.

Job description

Position Summary

Water Distribution Level 3 or higher license is required. This is skilled work of average difficulty overseeing the installation, maintenance and repair of the City's water distribution and wastewater collection system and City owned roadways. Performs skilled work in the repair and maintenance of water, wastewater, and stormwater system infrastructure, roadway maintenance, and/or other work in connection with water and wastewater systems. Installs and maintains swales in the Rights of Way, cleans City owned stormwater infrastructure, and performs stormwater infrastructure inspections.

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 Job Functions

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.

• Leads and performs activities such as digging trenches for mains or sewers, excavating for water services and hydrants, and repairing and clearing obstructions in sewers
• 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 operate a sanitary/stormwater sewer jet cleaning truck to clean sewer lines
• May lead and assist in the operation of asphalt equipment or heavy equipment in roadway maintenance
• May serve as assistant to a Distribution, Collection and/or Stormwater Operations Chief or Road Services Chief and perform their duties in their absence
• Performs all functions of a Utilities Serviceworker, as needed, and maintains cleanliness of work areas; removes debris, as needed
• Ensures compliance with safety regulations and standard operating procedures
• Estimates material needs; procures materials, equipment, and supplies, as needed
• Reads and utilizes drawings, maps and utilities atlas
• Uses digital hand-held tools and asset management systems
• Knowledgeable in the use of Asset Management software and platforms
• Acts as a Utilities Crew Leader in the absence of a Utilities Crew Leader in installing and repairing water mains, sewer systems, leaking or cracked sanitary/stormwater sewer lines, new service branches, hydrants and intakes
• 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

• High School Diploma, G.E.D., or foreign education equivalent
• Have at least two (2) years of experience in installation, repair and maintenance of water, sewer, and stormwater conveyance systems and roadways
• Water Distribution Level 3 or higher license is required.
• Possess, or obtain within one (1) year from hire date; a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Class B or higher with Air Brakes with an acceptable driving record.
• To 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 Statutes. 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.

The City of Fort Lauderdale offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance.

The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Veterans' Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace.