What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lift Station Technician III position at City of Panama City, FL?

Salary : $39,104.00 Annually

Location : Panama City, FL

Job Type : Full- Time

Job Number : 20250114

Department : Public Works

Division : Lift Stations

Opening Date : 01 / 14 / 2025

Salary : Salary / Hourly wages may be adjusted based upon experience within Step Plan Parameters.

MAJOR FUNCTIONS

Under the leadership and general guidance of the Director of Public Works the Lift Station Technician performs journeyman level mechanical work in the Lift Stations Division. This position performs skilled work in the installation, maintenance and repair of the mechanical equipment, piping and property of the lift stations. Preparation of maintenance reports and maintaining accurate and comprehensive records is critical in this role. Ongoing mechanical repairs and skills in manual labor are critical to the success of this team member.

This is an emergency essential position that requires performance of emergency duties and actions to prepare, repair, and recover the City before, during, and after any adverse storm events (hurricane, tornado, winter storm event, flooding, ice storm, etc.) or other conditions (natural or manmade).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or logical assignment to the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Performs daily inspections, maintains, cleans and repairs lift stations, including pulling and replacing pumps, repairing and replacing pipe, valves and fittings
Troubleshoots and corrects problems with lift station pumps.
Maintains accurate, timely and complete records for all work performed.
Cleans sewage spills and applies chemicals as required per Federal, State and Local laws, regulations and policies.
Responds to emergency and trouble calls to locate and identify the cause and performs corrective actions as required.
Completes work in an efficient, professional, team focused, accurate and timely manner.
Operates light and heavy-duty trucks, boom trucks, heavy lifting equipment, portable pumping equipment, power generation equipment, lawn maintenance equipment and various tools.
Properly maintains all equipment and supplies in proper and safe working order
Independently performs maintenance and repair work of a routine nature.
Assists with training and instruction of new team members.
Assists in the review and evaluation of completed work assignments.
Maintains frequently used parts and supplies on the assigned truck to ensure all parts needed for any given assignment are available and restocked as used.
Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of the methods, practices, tools and equipment used in mechanical repair and maintenance work of lift stations.

Knowledge of the hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to mechanical maintenance and repair work lift stations.

Ability to perform and understand basic mathematical calculations including metric as it relates to equipment repair and the usage of tools.

Ability to read and understand manuals, maps, diagrams, specifications and drawings.

Ability to prepare and maintain understandable, timely, complete and accurate records and reports.

Ability to utilize, read and understand gauges and meters.

Ability to participate in the after-hours, emergency on-call schedule.

Skilled in the operation and maintenance of hand and power tools, portable pumps, portable generators, hydraulic boom truck, light and heavy trucks, motorized equipment, lawn equipment, sewage processing equipment and lift station equipment

Familiarity with local vendors and sources of supply.

Ability to establish and maintain professional, cooperative, team focused and effective relationships with team members, other agencies, other departments, leaders, and the general public.

Ability to work independently to solve problems and make sound decisions with knowledge athand.

Skills relating to confined spaces training including certification preferred.

CPR certification preferred.

Skills in welding with High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Pipe preferred.

Skills in electrofusion preferred.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.

Valid Driver's License.

Technician I - Minimum one (1) year experience with lift stations.

Technician II -Minimum three (3) years' experience with lift stations.

Confined Space Training or attainment within one year.

CPR certified or attainment within one (1) year.

HDPE pipe welding skills required.

Electrofusion skills required.

Technician III - Minimum five (5) years' experience with lift stations.

Confined Space Training or attainment within one (1) year.

CPR certified or attainment within one (1) year.

HDPE pipe welding required.

Electrofusion skills required.

A comparable amount of training or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Summary :

Occasionally - Lift / Carry : 51 lbs., Push / Pull : 51 lbs., Type / Keyboard, Sit

Frequently - Lift / Carry : 25-50 lbs., Push / Pull : 25-50 lbs., Drive, Traverse Uneven Terrain, Work at Heights

Constantly - Lift / Carry : 25 lbs. or less., Push / Pull : 25 lbs. or less, Handling / Fine Motor Skills, Squat / Kneel, Climb, Bend, Twist / Turn, Stand, Walk Crawl, Reach above Shoulder and Reach Outward.

Work Environment :

The work environment characteristics described here 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.

Work is performed predominantly outside and is exposed to all weather conditions.

These are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

Panama City Offers a complete benefits package to all full time employees. Below is a list of the benefits offered by the City.

For more detailed information about the benefits please reach out to the Human Resources Department.

WORK / LIFE INTEGRATION

12 Days of Paid Time Off

12 Days of Paid Sick leave- 6 may be used for family

12 Days of Paid Holidays

Birthday Leave

Bereavement Leave

Military Leave

Social Event Outings

Employee Assistance Program

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Medical Benefits-Team Member (ZERO cost option available)

Family Member Benefits available (City supplemented premium)

Dental Benefits (Premium paid in FULL for Team Members)

Orthodontic coverage for children (under 19)

Vision Benefits

Blood Drives (ADDITIONAL Paid Time Off for participation)

Wellness Incentive Program

Health Savings Account / Medical FSA

FINANCIAL WELLNESS

General Employee Retirement Pension Fund (10% of annual compensation)

Access to Professional Financial Advisory Services

City Paid Life Insurance and AD&D ($50,000)

Additional Life and AD&D coverage available for employees, spouse, and Children

Short-term Disability (Paid in FULL by City)

Long-term Disability (Paid in FULL by City)

Accidental Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Education Assistance Program / Tuition Reimbursement

Job Stability & Security

Salary : $39,104

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