Water Utilities Pipefitter I: Hands-On Main & Hydrant Tech

City of Lakeland, FL; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lakeland is seeking a semi-skilled worker to assist in installing and maintaining water distribution and wastewater facilities. You will lay mains, taps, meters, and service lines, and operate heavy equipment under supervision.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, valid driver's license, and the ability to obtain Class A CDL and Water Distribution License within specified timeframes. Overtime and standby duty may be required.

Qualifications

• Learn the methods, practices, and use of tools required for pipe, main service, and water meter installation, testing, and repair.
• Operate line-locating equipment.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the general public.
• Perform heavy physical manual tasks for extended periods, often in adverse climatic conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lays water mains; installs hydrants, valves, fittings, clamps, and sleeves; flushes lines; backfills around pipes; landscapes upon completion.
• Makes routine water taps; digs holes for taps; sets up tapping mechanisms; makes tie-ins; installs water service lines and meters.
• Performs maintenance on materials, tools, and equipment.
• Yarns, pours, pounds lead; cuts and bevels pipes; threads pipes; caulks joints.
• Operates related heavy equipment, including electric grinder, air compressor, jackhammer, acetylene torch, dump truck, and boom truck; may operate a backhoe.
• Performs helper duties for nighttime callout.
• Performs all other associated duties regarding the installation and maintenance of water lines/attributes and other associated services provided by the City.
• May be required to participate in and/or facilitate training to support departmental or City initiatives and requirements.
• May be required to work overtime, or alternate hours, as necessary for the efficient operation of the department.
• Position is designated as Mission Critical.
• Performs emergency repairs on the water distribution system after normal working hours; subject to working overtime and participating in standby duty.

Skills

Line-locating equipment

Understand instructions

Cooperation

Heavy physical work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Lakeland is seeking a semi-skilled worker to assist in installing and maintaining water distribution and wastewater facilities. You will lay mains, taps, meters, and service lines, and operate heavy equipment under supervision.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, valid driver's license, and the ability to obtain Class A CDL and Water Distribution License within specified timeframes. Overtime and standby duty may be required.