Field Technician Trainee, I or II D.O.Q - Water Distribution- Utility Systems Department

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The following duties are illustrative for this position.  The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.  Other duties may be required and assigned.  

Field Technician Trainee-

• Keeps the mission, vision and values of the City of Port St. Lucie and Utility Systems Department at the forefront of decision making and action; builds strategic and collaborative relationships and interacts with others in a way that builds confidence and trust; provides excellent customer service by taking action to accomplish objectives, maintaining high levels of work and productivity by generating innovative solutions to work situations.
• Answers customer services calls promptly and efficiently.
• Assist in the performance of varied maintenance and construction activities to the City water and wastewater treatment and water distribution and collection systems. 
• Assist in locating, installation, repair and maintenance of water distribution and wastewater collection lines and mains.
• Install and set water meters.
• Tap water main and wastewater mains to be used for service lines.
• Assist in the installation, repair, maintenance/exercising and testing of fire hydrants, valves, backflow preventers and other devices.
• Regular and punctual attendance.
• Perform duties as assigned through work orders.
• Operate necessary equipment needed to accomplish daily job duties associated with the water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on equipment.
• Work on high and low voltage equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance of City-owned property (mowing, trimming, debris clearance, weed control, etc.)
• Keep basic records; perform computer data entry.
• May be required to go on twenty-four (24) hour rotating on-call schedule within twelve (12) months of hire.
• Other duties may be assigned. 
• THIS POSITION REQUIRES SHIFT WORK, SCHEDULED/UNSCHEDULED OVERTIME, INCLUDING EVENINGS, WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS AND/OR IMMEDIATE RESPONSE TO EMERGENCY CONDITIONS.

Field Technician I-

• Keeps the mission, vision and values of the City of Port St. Lucie and Utility Systems Department at the forefront of decision making and action; builds strategic and collaborative relationships and interacts with others in a way that builds confidence and trust; provides excellent customer service by taking action to accomplish objectives, maintaining high levels of work and productivity by generating innovative solutions to work situations.
• Answers customer services calls promptly and efficiently.
• Perform varied maintenance and construction activities to the City water and wastewater treatment and water distribution and wastewater collection systems. 
• Locate, install, repair and maintain water distribution and wastewater collection lines and mains.
• Install and set water meters; test large and small meters
• Tap water main and wastewater mains to be used for service lines.
• Install, repair, maintain/exercise and test fire hydrants, valves, backflow preventers and other devices.
• Investigate complaints and converse with customers.
• Regular and punctual attendance.
• Perform duties as assigned through work orders.
• Operate necessary equipment needed to accomplish daily job duties associated with the water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on equipment.
• Work on high and low voltage equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance of City-owned property (mowing, trimming, debris clearance, weed control, etc.)
• Keep basic records; perform computer data entry.
• May be required to go on twenty-four (24) hour rotating on-call schedule within three (3) months of hire or promotion date.
• May be required to take water samples and perform basic water analysis.
• Other duties as assigned.
• THIS POSITION REQUIRES SHIFT WORK, SCHEDULED/UNSCHEDULED OVERTIME, INCLUDING EVENINGS, WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS AND/OR IMMEDIATE RESPONSE TO EMERGENCY CONDITIONS.

Field Technician II- 

• Keeps the mission, vision and values of the City of Port St. Lucie and Utility Systems Department at the forefront of decision making and action; builds strategic and collaborative relationships and interacts with others in a way that builds confidence and trust; provides excellent customer service by taking action to accomplish objectives, maintaining high levels of work and productivity by generating innovative solutions to work situations.
• Locate, install, repair and maintain water distribution lines and mains.
• Install and set water meters; test large and small meters.
• Tap water main and wastewater mains to be used for service lines. 
• Install, repair, maintain/exercise and test fire hydrants, valves, and other devices.
• Regular and punctual attendance.
• Coordinate the maintenance and repair of low pressure STEP, lift stations, residential and commercial grinders, gravity sewer systems, manholes, and valves.
• Check new tanks for leaks or other defects and assure correct installation of same. Check out pumps and alarm systems.
• Inspect, maintain and repair low-pressure mains, force mains, gravity sewer laterals, clean outs, and service lines. TV service line laterals and report any potential problems.
• Inspect connection (circuit breaker) for Building Department Certificate of Occupancy.
• Work on high and low voltage equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance on City-owned property (mowing, trimming, debris clearance, weed control, etc.)
• Perform duties as assigned through work orders. Answer customer service calls promptly and efficiently.
• Train and instruct new staff members in established procedures and methods.
• Required to go on twenty-four (24) hour rotation. May require announced or unannounced overtime or call-out to respond to emergency situations.
• Maintain accurate records, perform computer data entry. 
• Additional duties as required
• THIS POSITION REQUIRES SCHEDULED/UNSCHEDULED OVERTIME, INCLUDING EVENINGS, WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS AND/OR IMMEDIATE RESPONSE TO EMERGENCY CONDITIONS.

 To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Knowledge, Skill and/or Ability Required: 
Field Technician Trainee:

• Knowledge of safe work techniques and practices used in minor line construction.
• Ability to make independent judgments and decisions.
• Knowledge of materials used in the construction and maintenance of water and wastewater facilities, water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with employees and the public. 
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to focus on the positive in every situation.
• Ability to model respect for individuals, teams, and the organization.
• Ability to stay centered when challenged.
• Ability to establish and maintain the trust and confidence of the department and public. 

Field Technician I:

• Knowledge of safe work techniques and practices used in minor line construction.
• Ability to make independent judgments and decisions.
• Ability to read and use charts, blueprints and civil drawings.
• Knowledge of materials used in the construction and maintenance of water and wastewater facilities, water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with employees and the public. 
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to focus on the positive in every situation.
• Ability to model respect for individuals, teams, and the organization.
• Ability to stay centered when challenged.
• Ability to establish and maintain the trust and confidence of the department and public. 

Field Technician II:

• Knowledge of standard electrical and mechanical tools and test equipment.
• Proven mechanical ability as it relates to utility pumps, motors, and other appurtenances; proper use of tools and testing equipment, read and use charts and blueprints.
• Knowledge of materials used in the construction and maintenance of water distribution and/or wastewater collection systems.
• Knowledge of safe work techniques and practices used in line construction.
• Knowledge of routine grounds keeping maintenance.
• Knowledge of tools and equipment required to perform duties (mower, weed-eater, lopper, chain saw, etc.)
• Ability to make independent judgments and decisions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public.
• Ability to focus on the positive in every situation.
• Ability to model respect for individuals, teams, and the organization.
• Ability to stay centered when challenged.
• Ability to establish and maintain the trust and confidence of the department and public. 

Education and/or Experience:
Field Technician Trainee:
High school graduation, possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.  Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License and maintenance of a clean driving history. Must obtain a Florida CDL-A Driver’s License Permit within six (6) months of employment and obtain a Florida CDL-A Driver’s License w/Tanker Endorsement within eighteen (18) months of employment.

Field Technician I:
High school graduation, possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma. One (1) year experience with water distribution and/or wastewater collection systems. Knowledge of safe work techniques and practices used in minor line construction. Must possess a valid Florida CDL “A” Driver’s License w/ Tanker Endorsement. Maintenance of a clean driving record.

Field Technician II: 
Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma supplemented by specialized mechanical training. Minimum of two (2) years’ experience with water distribution and/or wastewater collection systems. Possession of a valid Florida CDL “A” Driver’s License with Tanker endorsement at the time of employment. (Requires maintenance of DOT physical requirements.)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.
 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and stoop, kneel, and crouch. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.
 
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. 
 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions that may be adverse and extreme (heat, humidity, cold, rain, etc.). The employee is frequently exposed to noise, dust, fumes, airborne particles, uneven surfaces, and stressful situations. 
 
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Salary : $37,419