Water Distribution Operator Trainee

Salary : See Position Description

Location : Clearwater, FL

Job Type : Full-time

Job Number : 2025-00078

Department : Public Utilities

Opening Date : 12 / 02 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

THE CITY OF CLEARWATER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Position Description

ENTRY SALARY : $41,221.28

POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Under direct supervision, the Water Distribution Operator Trainee participates in and performs daily training activities in the role of a Water Distribution Operator Trainee. Maintains water distribution systems, and performs minor repairs, installations, and tests.

This recruitment is for the Public Utilities department.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions : Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following :

• Participates in extensive training and education regarding the water distribution system and all equipment and general operations; works under direct supervision and acquires skills through on the job training.

Makes daily operational checks and performs maintenance for all components of the water distribution systems.

Performs installations, repair, and maintenance of water mains, meters, and line extensions within the City.

Maintains hydrants, valves, water meters, backflow water meters, and service lines; performs minor repairs, installations, and testing of equipment under direct supervision.

Removes dirt, concrete, blacktop, and other materials; digs ditches for laying pipe by use of a trenching machine, backhoe, or manually; assists installing line and laying pipe.

Makes, creates, and assists in the development of taps for new water mains and extensions; installs and replaces fittings and performs minor repair work on damaged pipe.

Cleans, paints, and maintains, fire hydrants, water meters, backflow devices and water distribution appurtenances and surrounding areas.

Locates water lines and sewer lines; uses shut-off valves, repairs leaks, and replaces gate valves, fire hydrants, and other appurtenances.

Installs, tests, and repairs water meters and backflow prevention devices and related equipment.

Provides assistance and receives training from welder and other tradesworkers in the shop or field.

This position may be required to stay after hours (on occasion) to help complete work under the direction of a Lead, Foreman or Supervisor.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment :

Obtain and maintain Florida Department of Environmental Protection Water Distribution Operator 3 License within 2 years of hire date.

Does this position require a Commercial Driver's License? Yes

Type : Obtain a Commercial Learners Permit (CLP) within their probationary period (6 months from hire date). Obtain and maintain Class A CDL within 2 years of hire date.

This position is required to operate the below equipment, machines, tools, and other work aides : Backhoe, light dump truck, double diaphragm pump, walk behind cut saw, hand held cut saw, plate compactor, jumping jack, 90 lb. jackhammer, hand tools, atlas and handheld radio.

Education and Experience :

High School Diploma, High School Equivalency Diploma, or G.E.D Certificate AND (1) year of experience as a semi-skilled laborer in the maintenance or construction field; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge of -

Pipes and fittings

Equipment maintenance practices and methods

Skill in -

Performing basic repairs and maintenance

Operating motorized equipment

Reading and interpreting atlases, plans, and specifications

Learning, interpreting and applying various regulations and codes

Applying mechanical and mathematical aptitude

Seeing numbers and demarcations on gauges or dials

Understanding and interpreting complex policies, protocols, and procedures

FULL TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE :

Health and Wellness initiatives

PART TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE :

Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans

SEASONAL, VARIABLE, TEMPORARY, EMERGENCY EMPLOYEES RECEIVE NO BENEFITS.

What is your highest level of education?

What level of Driver's License do you currently possess?

How many years of experience do you have as a semi-skilled laborer in the maintenance and construction field?

Required Question

Salary : $41,221