Well Maintenance Technician

City of Delray Beach; Delray Beach (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Pension plan

Job summary

The City of Delray Beach is seeking a skilled individual to perform technical work maintaining and repairing raw water wells. Work is performed under general supervision in a municipal setting.

Responsibilities include operating and maintaining wells and related instrumentation, plus servicing well equipment as needed. Requires a high school diploma or GED and two years of mechanical experience, plus a valid Florida driver's license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Two years mechanical experience required.
• Valid Florida driver’s license with good driving record.
• Ability to read as-builds, schematics and diagrams.
• Ability to work in a confined space and under varied conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain all wells.
• Operate and maintain expensive instrumentation equipment.
• Operate, maintain, clean, repair and service well equipment as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading schematics

Communication

Public interaction

Confined space work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Well maintenance tools

Job description

* Salary can be commensurate with experience and qualifications *

Veterans' Preference Applies

EEO Statement

The City of Delray Beach does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability, marital status, family status or sexual orientation in employment or the provision of services.

Non-Smoking

The City of Delray Beach is a Non-Tobacco Workplace. The City will not consider applicants who have used tobacco or nicotine products for a period of at least three months prior to application for employment. The definition of \"tobacco or nicotine products\" includes but is not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipes, snuff, e-cigarettes and nicotine patches or gum.

Technical work maintaining and repairing raw water wells. Work is performed under general supervision.

Essential Job Duties

• Operate and maintain all wells.
• Operate and maintain expensive instrumentation equipment.
• Operate, maintain, clean, repair and service well equipment as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school graduation or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.
• Two (2) years mechanical experience.

Knowledge of operation and maintenance of wells. Technical, mechanical and mathematical knowledge. Ability to read and understand as-builds, schematics and diagrams. Ability to follow and understand written and oral instructions. Ability to communicate with public and fellow employees. Ability to work in a confined space and to perform manual work in various conditions. Skill in repair of various equipment. Skill in trouble shooting of wells.

Licenses, Certifications Or Registrations

• Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s license with good driving record.

A comparable amount of training, education or experience can be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

The abilities expected of all employees include being able to respond to supervision, guidance and direction of superiors in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies, be appropriately groomed and attired to present a professional image in accordance with the organization’s mission, goals, and policies; report for work promptly and properly prepared at the time and place required by the assignment or orders; notify the appropriate supervisor of intended absences in accordance with stated rules; conform with standards and rules regarding use of accrued time; demonstrate a polite, helpful and courteous manner when engaged in any activity with the public; operate and care for equipment to manufacturer’s specifications and/or within the specified parameters; demonstrate an understanding, consideration, and respect of cultural, religious, and gender differences when interacting with the public and colleagues.

Supplemental Information

Physical Demands/Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Physical Skills

Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction). Acceptable hearing (with or without hearing aid). Heavy (45 pounds and over) lifting and carrying. Reaching, climbing, distinguishing colors. Pulling, walking, standing, crawling, kneeling, bending, stooping and driving. In or moving vehicles.

Environmental Conditions

Works inside and outside in various weather conditions with noise, dust, fumes, gases, chemicals, solvents, grease or oils, electrical energy, slippery and/or uneven surfaces, and odors. Heights (up to 60 feet) or below ground level. Vibrations, poor lighting.

SELECTION GUIDELINES:

Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests might be required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement with the employer, and requirements of the job change.

Full-time employees of the City of Delray Beach are provided with a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, health insurance, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, a defined pension plan, and much more. Benefit coverage varies by employee group.

Additional Screening Questions

01

The City will not consider applicants who have used tobacco products for a period of at least three months prior to application for employment. The definition of \"tobacco products\" shall include, but is not limited to, cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipes and snuff. Have you used any tobacco products for a period of at least three months prior to your application for employment?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess a valid Florida Driver's License with a good driving record? If you possess a Driver License from another state please acknowledge you must obtain a Florida one within 30 days of the hire date.

• Yes, I have a Florida driver license with a good driving record
• I have it from another state but I acknowledge I must obtain a Florida one within 30 days of the hire date.
• I don't have a Driver License from any state.

03

Do you possess a high school diploma or acceptable equivalency diploma, G.E.D.? You must attach a copy of your high school diploma or GED certificate in order to be considered for the position, otherwise your application will be rejected. NO EXCEPTIONS.

• Yes, I am attaching a copy of my high school diploma or GED certificate in order to be considered for the position
• No

04

Do you have experience operating, maintaining, repairing, or servicing raw water wells, pumps, or similar water system equipment?

• Yes
• No

05

How many years of verifiable mechanical experience do you have in the operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of wells?

• No experience
• Less than a year
• One year
• Two to three years
• Four to five years
• Six to seven years
• Eight years or more

06

Please describe your verifiable mechanical experience in the operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of wells, indicate places of work, title, duties, etc. Indicate N/A if not experience

07

Please describe your experience inspecting mechanical equipment to identify wear, damage, leaks, unusual noises, vibrations, or other indications that maintenance or repair may be required. Please indicate places of work, title, duties, etc. Indicate N/A if not experience

08

Are you claiming Veterans preference in employment? If so, the claim form and other required documents must be attached to this application before you submit it; otherwise your claim will not be considered. Please note that only DD-214 with HONORABLE discharge qualify to claim veteran's preference.

• Yes
• No
• Required Question