UTILITY SERVICE TECHNICIAN TRAINEE - REGION SOUTH & ARV CREW

Emerald Coast Utilities Authority; Ferry Pass (FL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerald Coast Utilities Authority is seeking an entry-level Utility Service Technician Trainee. The role involves learning to install and maintain water distribution and wastewater systems, with on-the-job training and a formal 24-month program.

You will work under supervision, assist with meters, taps, and emergencies, and gain experience across field operations. Starting pay is $18.63 per hour, with rotating shifts including 7:00 am–3:30 pm and 3:00 pm–11:00 pm, plus potential weekend work and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Basic computer knowledge required.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior technicians with operation and maintenance of water distribution and wastewater systems.
• Assist with installation of water services including tapping mains and connecting meters.
• Assist with repair of water mains, leaks, and meter issues.
• Assist with emergency shut downs of the water system.
• Support maintenance of valves, hydrants, and meters.
• Record meter readings for billing purposes.
• Assist with installation and maintenance of sewer laterals and related components.
• Operate ECUA mapping and GIS tools as part of field work.
• Respond to customer complaints and communicate with customers.
• Work under supervision and complete assigned training steps.

Skills

Basic computer knowledge

Valid driver license

On-the-job training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

JOB SUMMARY: Starting pay for all candidates will be $18.63/hr.

THIS POSTING WILL FILL: A ROTATING SHIFT working 7am - 3:30pm and 3pm - 11pm. SELECTED CANDIDATES MUST BE ABLE TO WORK 7am - 3:30pm, 3pm - 11pm and 24 HOUR CALL OUTS. SHIFTS include working WEEKENDS when assigned/needed.

Reports to the Senior Utility Service Technician. This is an entry-level classification in which incumbents learn the skills required to perform semi-skilled work in the installation, and maintenance of the water distribution and wastewater collection systems. Employees in this classification participate in a formal ECUA training and career progression program, as well as receiving on-the-job training. Work is performed under immediate supervision.

Utility Service Technician Trainees demonstrate the ability to perform assigned essential functions and duties within a 24-month structured training program. Required training classes are listed in the 'Career Progression' section of this job description.

• Assists more senior technicians with the operation and maintenance of ECUA's Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection Systems.
• Assists with installation of water services including tapping the water main, installing the service tubing, and connecting the tubing to the meter box.
• Assists with the repair of water main breaks, water service leaks and water meters.
• Assists with emergency shut downs of the water system.
• Assists with the maintenance of water valves, fire hydrants, and water meters.
• Turns customers' water services on and off.
• Installs, replaces, and uses a computer to analyze and troubleshoot residential (AMR) water meters.
• Records meter readings for billing purposes.
• Assists with installation of sewer laterals from the main to the property line for residential customers.
• Assists with the repair and maintenance of gravity sewer mains, sewer force mains, customers' service laterals, force main valves, and air release valves (ARV).
• Assists with the shutdown, bypass, and repair of damagedgravity and force mains.
• Uses a computer to utilize ECUA's electronic mapping system, and to send, receive, and close out electronic work orders.
• Assists with performance of utility locates with ground penetrating radar (GPR) and other equipment.
• Operates and maintainsback-hoe, trencher, service truck, pumps, well-point systemsand other equipment.
• Responds to customer complaints and makes contact with the customers.
• Uses laptop for Geographic Information System (GIS) and other software.
• CollectsGlobal Positioning System (GPS) points on key components of infrastructure.
• Performs small restorations to roads, driveways, and sidewalks using asphalt and concrete.
• Fills holes with sand to prepare for restoration.
• Learns job-related material primarily through oral instruction and observation in an on-the-job training setting.
• All other duties as assigned.

High school diploma or equivalent. (Educational documentation will be requested upon offer of employment.) Must be 18 or older.

Job incumbents may be required to work one or more or any combination of the following shifts as directed. For example: Tuesday - Saturday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, Sunday - Thursday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, Monday - Friday 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm. Employees are required to work any shift in any region as assigned. Must respond to all emergency work call-outs beyond his or her assigned shift.

Basic level of computer knowledge and skills.

• Possession of a current valid driver license.
• Possession of a State of Florida Level III Water Distribution License within 24 months from date of hire.
• Must obtain a Class A CDL with tanker within 24 months from date of hire.
• Must obtain certification in Management of Traffic (MOT)within twenty-four (24)months from date of hire.

Employment offers to all new hires are contingent upon the job candidates successfully passing background, motor vehicle and reference checks, drug screening, and post job offer physicals (that may include pulmonary testing). All applicants are subject to physical assessments as required by job.

The job requires sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a field environment; to walk, stand, and sit for prolonged periods of time; to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp, and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate to heavy amounts of weight; to operate assigned equipment and vehicles; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

Outdoor field environment; travel from site to site; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, noxious odors, gases, mechanical and electrical hazards, and all types of weather and temperature conditions; work in or around water; exposure to hazardous traffic conditions; work and/or walk on various types of surfaces including slippery or uneven surfaces and rough terrain.

As a disaster team member, the employee is required to be available to work before, during, and after any disaster as directed.

TRAINING CLASSES REQUIRED: (Must be completed within 24 months of date of hire.)

• New Services/Service Repairs (Water)
• Main and Service Repair/New Services
• Maintenance of Traffic (MOT)
• Tools and Small Equipment
• Line Spots/Map Reading
• Backhoe Operations I
• Backhoe Test
• Servicing Meters
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Water Main and Force Main Repairs
• Confined Spaces - Gas Analyzers
• Fire Hydrant Operation
• Class A CDL
• CPR Certification

MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT USED

• Various Hand and Power Tools
• Tapping Machine
• Air Compressor
• Well Point System
• Light Truck or Other Motor Vehicle
• Pipe Horn
• Locators
• Ground Penetrating Radar
• Laptop and/or computer

Knowledge of

• Basic methods and techniques of utility line maintenance, repair, and installation.
• Use and care of general and specialized power and hand tools of the trade. Occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• MOT rules for traffic safety
• Confined Space Entry Procedures

Skill in

• Use of power and hand tools and equipment.

Ability to

• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Read and comprehend written instructions.
• Perform basic workplace math calculations.