What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technician I - Gulf Breeze Regional Water Systems position at City of Gulf Breeze?
TITLE : TECHNICIAN I - GBRWS
DEPARTMENT : PUBLIC WORKS
CLASSIFICATION : FULL-TIME REGULAR, NON-EXEMPT
PAY GRADE : 5 ($15.68 – $23.83/HOUR)
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Entry level work involving the installation, inspection, cleaning and maintenance and repair of water lines, sewer lines, reclaimed water systems, irrigation systems, wastewater force mains and pumping stations. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Water & Sewer Superintendent or designee.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
1. Performs routine maintenance on water distribution, sewer collections systems and reclaimed and potable water irrigation systems.
2. Installs and repairs water lines, well points, pumps, manholes, and all related facilities.
3. Digs and refills ditches, loads dirt and construction materials.
4. Operates fire hydrant in flushing of water lines.
5. Performs taps on water, sewer and reclaim systems.
6. Locates buried pipes, valves, etc..
7. Turns services on and off. Reads meters.
8. Maintains, inspects, and repairs pumps.
9. Repairs leaks on water, sewer and reclaim systems.
10. Makes entries and assists with entries to permitted confined spaces.
11. Assists with other divisions within the Public Services Department as needed
(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related marginal duties as required.)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS:
· Knowledge of materials, methods, practices and equipment used in water/wastewater facilities maintenance and repair activities.
· Ability to communicate verbally using the English language.
· Ability to operate equipment.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High school graduation or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.
Some of experience in heavy manual labor and the use of hand and light power tools preferred.
(A comparable amount of training, education or experience can be substituted for the minimum qualifications.)
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATION:
Possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS:
· Heavy (45 pounds and over) lifting and carrying.
· Acceptable eyesight (with or without corrective lenses).
· Acceptable hearing (with or without hearing aid).
· Ability to communicate orally.
· Climbing.
· Walking and standing.
· Kneeling.
· Bending.
· Smelling.
· Stooping.
· Driving.
· Operates equipment.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
· Works outside in various weather conditions.
· Confined spaces.
· Chemicals.
· Electricity.
· Around light power equipment.
· Slippery surfaces.
· Below ground level.
· Odor.
(Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $17.50 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Dependent health insurance coverage
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
- Gulf Breeze, FL 32563 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Gulf Breeze, FL 32563: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $24
