What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Service Worker I (Distribution & Collection) position at City of Jacksonville Beach, FL?
Salary : $40,248.00 Annually
Location : Jacksonville Beach, FL
Job Type : Full-time regular
Job Number : 00605
Department : Public Works
Division : Distribution & Collection
Opening Date : 02 / 04 / 2025
JOB SUMMARY AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
JOB SUMMARY
This position performs responsible semiskilled manual work in the installation, construction, repair, and maintenance of public works utilities and related systems; does related work as required. Work is performed under the supervision of a General Supervisor. Work may be specialized according to department and division assigned.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work is heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required :
- Balancing : Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling while walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. The amount of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium.
- Climbing : Ascending or descending terrain, ladders, stairs, ramps, poles, and the like, using feet and legs and / or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized.
- Crouching : Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
- Grasping : Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
- Hearing : Required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
- Kneeling : Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
- Pulling : Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, haul, or tug objects in a sustained motion.
- Pushing : Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward, or outward.
- Reaching : Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
- Standing : Particularly for sustained periods of time.
- Stooping : Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. Occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles.
- Walking : Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.
- Visual Acuity : Required for use of measuring devices, operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.
- Vocal Communication : Required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions, oils, working in confined spaces and wearing an appropriate respiratory protection device as necessary. The worker may be exposed to blood borne and / or waterborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Installs, constructs, repairs, and maintains various types of public utility systems and infrastructure including streets, right or ways, water, sewer, and / or stormwater systems. Representative tasks may include any or all of the following :
OTHER INFORMATION
Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the City of Jacksonville Beach and the employee and is subject to change by the City as the needs of the City and requirements of the job change.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience :
A high school diploma or equivalent.
Special Qualifications :
A driver's license valid in the State of Florida. Must obtain a Class B Commercial Driver's License within six months of employment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
This position is part of a qualification advancement plan.
The City of Jacksonville Beach provides a wide array of benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Our comprehensive benefit programs include medical, dental and vision plans; life insurance coverage for you and your dependents; flexible spending plans for medical reimbursement and dependent care; an employee assistance program for you and your dependents. We also provide an extensive wellness program that includes activities, lunch and learns, and health fairs.
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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Copying and pasting your resume or stating "see resume" does NOT fulfill the requirements of the question. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and certify that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?
This positon requires working as member of a team that values empowerment, pride, integrity, communication and teamwork. Are you willing to commit to these values?
Candidates selected for this position will undergo a thorough background investigation including employment references and driving; the selected candidate will be required to pass a drug screen and physical.
If you are a current employee with the City of Jacksonville Beach, in the event that you qualify for this position, you are required to notify your supervisor of the scheduled interview.
The salary for this position is $19.35 per hour. Is this pay acceptable?
What is the highest level of education you have completed?
Please indicate which driver's license you possess.
Is your license under any pending or current citations / court proceedings?
Has your license been suspended, revoked, or restricted in the last 1 year?
This position requires a Class B CDL driver's license with tanker endorsement within 6 months of hire and to maintain this certification as a condition of continued employment. Do you understand that failure to follow this requirement would result in termination of employment if hired?
The hours for this position are Monday-Friday 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. however this position at times will require mandatory overtime, emergency, standby & recall dutywhich may include nights, midnights, weekends and holidays. Will you be able to adjust your work hours / days to come in early, work late, or to come in on days off with little or no notice?
How many years of experience do you have (if any) with maintenance, repair, and construction of water and sewer systems, and / or related systems?
Do you have experience with tools, materials, and equipment used to install, replace, maintain, and repair public utilities and infrastructure?
This position entails working with water and sewage. Is this acceptable?
This position is heavy manual labor for extended periods, at times in enclosed or confined spaces. Are you willing and able to work in this type of environment?
The work performed is outdoors work under varying weather conditions, rain, cold and heat. Are you willing and able to work in these conditions?
Are you able to continue working during an evacuation of the Beaches due to a hurricane or other natural disaster?
Required Question
Salary : $40,248
