Utilities Mechanic II

NEW PORT RICHEY POLICE DEPT; New Port Richey (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The New Port Richey Police Department is seeking a dedicated individual for the role of Utilities Operations Technician. This full-time position involves semi-skilled work in the maintenance and repair of water distribution and sewage systems. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of plumbing and water systems, along with the ability to operate various tools and equipment. Applicants must possess a valid Florida driver’s license and be prepared for emergency situations. Join a team committed to ensuring public safety and effective utility management.

Qualifications

• Must obtain Class 'B' Florida Wastewater Collections License within 3 years.
• Experience in installing/maintaining water distribution or sewage collection systems.

Responsibilities

• Participates in installation and maintenance of water distribution systems.
• Operates construction equipment and maintains Lift Stations.
• Records work activities and discusses service problems with users.

Skills

Knowledge of water distribution

Knowledge of plumbing

Ability to establish relationships

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Concrete saws

Backhoe

Trencher

Line-clearing equipment

Job description

REPORTS TO: Utilities Operations Manager

CLASSIFICATION STATUS: Full Time, Non-Exempt

SALARY: $18.23 – $27.35 hourly

MAJOR FUNCTION:

Semi-skilled work to varying degrees of skilled work in the installation, repair, and maintenance of water distribution, reclaimed water distribution and sewage collection systems may also be required. Employees in this class perform a wide variety of manual laboring tasks including the operation of construction equipment in connection with the construction and maintenance of the utility systems.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the major tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position. Specific tasks on a day to day basis will reflect the overall areas of expertise for this position.

• Participates in the installation, maintenance, or repair of water distribution, reclaimed water distribution, sewage collection or similar systems; including valves & meters.
• Taps water, reclaimed water and sewer lines, flushes & maintains fire hydrants, cuts pipes, and operates pumps.
• Uses tapping machines, concrete saws, metal detectors, handsaws, pliers, shovels, and wrenches.
• Maintains manholes, operates line-clearing equipment.
• Operates backhoe, trencher, and other types of equipment.
• Maintains Lift Stations, repairs pumps, troubleshoots control logic problems.
• Maintains inventory of parts on service truck; drives service truck and has the ability to communicate effectively using 2-way radio.
• Reads blueprints, as-builts, and atlases.
• Records work activities.
• Turns on or off and repairs meters; discusses water or wastewater service problems with users in accordance with city policy.
• Locates lines and fittings.
• Maintains areas around Lift Stations and other facilities.
• Operates tractor, mowers and related grounds maintenance equipment.
• Loads, transports, and unloads equipment.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Performs related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of water distribution, reclaimed water, wastewater collection system, plumbing, or irrigation system construction and repair methods.
• Knowledge of tools, fittings, and equipment used in repairing and maintaining these systems.
• Knowledge of water meter installation and repair procedures.
• Skill in driving a service truck and in operating line clearing equipment, pumps, automotive, digging, backfilling and mowing equipment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to prepare records of work activities.
• Ability to read blueprints, maps and as-built data.
• Ability to function as the Lead Worker in a crew or truck assignment.

TRAINING, CERTIFICATIONS, AND EXPERIENCE:

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma. Experienced in installing and/or maintaining a water distribution, sewage collection, plumbing or irrigation system. Must obtain Class “B” Florida Wastewater Collections License/Level II Water Distribution after three (3) years of employment. A comparable amount of directly related experience may be substituted at the City’s discretion for the minimum educational requirements if candidates are not available that fully meet the minimum requirements of the position as posted.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess a valid Florida driver’s license. Applicants must obtain a Florida Commercial Drivers License Class B with air brake endorsement temporary permit within 10 days from being notified and obtain a current Florida CDL Class B license with air brake endorsement within 90 days. This position is to be considered an “essential personnel” and is required to report to duty for emergency situations such as floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, sinkholes, water/sewer breaks and other crises to provide for public safety. Every New Port Richey employee is required to fill out a Disaster Response Survey and is subject to being required to report to work during a declared disaster. Ability to be “On Call” 24-hr Emergency standby as required by rotation. Employee must live close enough to the City to be able to respond to Emergency call backs and be on scene within 30 minutes.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Physical Ability:

Often transitions from indoor to outdoors. Ability to lift up to 80 pounds. Ability to frequently bend, climb, stoop, squat and walk. Physical strength and ability to work long hours out-of-doors, occasionally under adverse weather conditions.

Sensory Requirements:

Ability to hear, speak and understand conversation in English in various tones of voice, as well as accents or rapidly spoken in order to be able to do job. Ability to see, read, and comprehends letters, numbers, words, characters or symbols, which are both large and small. Ability to print and draw letters, numbers, words, characters and symbols which are legible and understood by others. Ability to learn complex tasks and remember how to complete tasks without assistance once trained

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Working in confined spaces. Work near high voltage. Ability to work safely in and along roadways where vehicle and pedestrian conflicts are common. Ability to deal with stress related to routine deadlines. Necessity to multi-task successfully. Ability to accept decisions made by others that may be in opposition of own views.

Applications can be emailed [e-mail] , faxed to 727-853-1043 or sent/dropped off to 5919 Main St., New Port Richey, FL 34652. EOE/DFWP

The City of New Port Richey is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity guidelines and the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of New Port Richey provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.