Utilities Field Technician- Career Path (Stormwater)

City of Boynton Beach; Boynton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Boynton Beach in Florida is seeking an entry-level position to support the Utilities department in field services. The role involves learning and performing tasks such as storm water and canal cleaning, valve operations, and basic water line work while complying with safety and blueprint-reading training.

Candidates will load/unload equipment, operate basic tools, and assist with locating service lines and conducting tests.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer operations skills.
• Must possess a valid Florida driver's license.
• Level III Water Distribution License within 18 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with swales, flood control, point repairs, slip lining, dead end cleaning, canal cleaning, storm water conveyance system installation.
• Load and unload equipment, supplies, tools and materials.
• Locate clean-outs and service lines; install clean-outs and basic sewer repairs; open/close water valves.
• Follow safety procedures and use safety equipment; work with team to complete tasks.

Skills

Math basics

Customer service

Tools operation

Read maps

Valves operation

Record information

Communication (oral & written)

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid Florida driver's license

Level III Water Distribution License

Job description

The purpose of this classification is to perform a variety of entry level field services tasks within the Utilities department. Employees in this classification are eligible for noncompetitive career ladder promotion to Utilities Field Technician II after meeting the established career ladder requirements.

Essential Functions

The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions 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.

Entry level position to assist other staff with and learn the following tasks/duties: Swales, flood control, point repairs, slip lining, dead end cleaning, canal cleaning, storm water conveyance system installation, etc. Sets well points. Loads and unloads equipment, supplies, tools and materials. Cleans culverts, gutters, ditches, swales, storm drains, canals, and many other similar jobs. Removes and replaces sod, sprinkler heads, etc. Repairs concrete and asphalt. Locates clean-outs and service lines. Installs clean-outs and basic sewer repairs. Services line flow tests and in clears blocked service lines. Repairs water leaks. Repairs and installs water service lines. Repairs, replaces, and inspects water mains, fire hydrants and tests and flushes fire hydrant water flow. Opens and closes water valves. Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals. May operate a truck or other automotive equipment. Performs other general manual labor work as required. Uses a variety of power and hand tools to complete tasks in their area of assignment.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; and
• Must have basic computer operations skills; and
• Must possess [or able to obtain within fourteen (14) days of hire] and maintain a valid Florida driver's license.
• For Utilities Field Technicians in Distribution) Must possess [ or able to obtain within eighteen (18) months of hire] and maintain a Level III Water Distribution License.

Individuals selected for this position will be required to successfully complete a training program within one (1) year in the position. The training program will cover several facets of the job, including various concepts of safety, GIS, and Blueprint reading. Successful completion of the training program will be based on meeting the criteria outlined in the Career Path Advancement Requirements section (below). Failure to successfully complete the requirements of the program may result in termination from the training program and separation of employment.

Communication Competencies

• Effectively communicates with supervisor, and employees as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
• Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction.
• Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex matters.
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with Supervisor, customers, other employees, other departments, other governmental and regulatory agencies, and the general public as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's)

• Knowledge of basic math skills.
• Skilled in providing excellent customer service.
• Demonstrates ability to use the tools and equipment in area of assignment.
• Demonstrates ability to read maps.
• Demonstrates ability to properly open and close valves.
• Ability to record and deliver information.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing; understand and follow communications, keep records and make reports.
• Ability to work as a member of a team.

Physical and Sensory Requirements / Environmental Factors

Physical Ability

While performing plan examination functions, tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station. While performing inspections, tasks require the regular and, at times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (50 pounds).

Sensory Requirements

Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors

Plan Review essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions. Performance of inspection functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, bright/dim light, machinery, traffic hazards, toxic agents, or heights.

Veterans' Preference

Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority in the City’s hiring process. Additionally, certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment by the City.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)andAffirmative Action Employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including identity or expression), marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or any other protected classification as defined by applicable law (except as limited by Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or bona fide occupational qualifications).

Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects qualified individuals with disabilities from employment discrimination. Under the ADA, a person has a disability if he/she has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. The physical demands described within the job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the ADA, the City of Boynton Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability