Utility Worker III

Pasco County; Shady Hills (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Pasco County as a Utility Worker III, engaging in skilled work in the operation and maintenance of water systems. This role involves a variety of tasks related to water and wastewater processes, operating heavy equipment, and adhering to safety protocols. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma and relevant experience in the field, alongside necessary certifications.

Qualifications

• 18 months of direct experience in water or wastewater field maintenance required.
• Must pass pulmonary function test and fit test within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Checks and maintains wastewater pump stations.
• Installs and maintains water lines, meters, and hydrants.
• Operates tandem dump truck and related heavy equipment.

Skills

Knowledge of water transmission

Knowledge of wastewater collection

Ability to operate a radio

Skill in operating motor vehicles

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL Class 'B' license

Job description

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A UTILITY WORKER III!

The role of Utility Worker III involves skilled and semiskilled work in the operation and maintenance of utility water and reclaimed water transmission and distribution systems, wastewater collection, and water/wastewater treatment processes.

Job assignments include, but may not be limited to the following: Checks and maintains wastewater pump stations; installs and maintains water lines, meters, hydrants, and valves; assists Labor Supervisors I and II; assists water or wastewater operators; performs potable water, wastewater, and reclaimed water installation, repair, maintenance, and inspection activities. Operates tandem dump truck with heavy equipment trailer, sludge truck, box blade grading tractor, and medium sized wheel loader when necessary. Performs related work as required.

• Knowledge of potable or reclaimed water transmission or distribution; wastewater collection; irrigation, or plumbing system installation, repair, or maintenance methods, procedures, equipment, tools, materials, and supplies.
• Knowledge of supervisory techniques and practices.
• Knowledge of safe working procedures and practices.
• Skill in operating motor vehicles and equipment.
• Skill Operating flat bed, five (5) yard dump truck, sludge truck, tandem dump truck with trailer, box blade grading tractor, and medium sized wheel loader.
• Ability to operate a radio.
• Ability to plan, schedule, and supervise the work of others.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, blueprints, and specifications.
• Ability to prepare accurate records and reports.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, supervisor, and the public.
• Ability to read for comprehension.
• Must be accessible and be available for overtime work.

PHYSICAL SKILLS: Ability to lift and/or move up to 80 pounds and also push or pull heavy objects. May use a handling device (dolly, cart, etc.) or work with another team member to lift and/or move excessively heavy objects. Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written and visual communication. Ability to frequently bend, climb, stoop, squat, and walk. Must pass pulmonary function test and fit test within 60 days. Position may require to be clean shaven in order to meet safety requirements.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma. Eighteen (18) months of direct experience in water or wastewater field maintenance.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Must possess a valid Florida driver's License. Must be able to obtain a valid Florida CDL Class "B" permit within thirty (30) days of employment. Must be able to obtain a Valid Florida "B" Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with N Tanker endorsement within one hundred twenty (120) days from date of employment.

NOTE: Candidate hired, regardless of tier, will be provided the opportunity and required to obtain Confined Space, Trenching and Shoring and Intermediate Maintenance of Traffic Certifications within 18 months. The training period may be extended by the County to which the position is assigned.

ADA STATEMENT: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. On call as needed.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter SSA-7, Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.

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