Utilities Maintenance Worker Trainee

Under close supervision, performs a variety of manual skilled work in the care and maintenance of water lines and all other aspects pertaining to the stormwater and/or wastewater sanitary collection systems; and performs other related duties as assigned.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Which are not in any hierarchical order)

1. Repairs and maintains storm water conveyance and wastewater collection systems.

2. Repairs and replaces valves, fire hydrants, water service lines, sewer lines, manholes, air release valves and structures.

3. Prepares road and applies asphalt when construction is complete. Sets road base to proper compacting and sets asphalt.

4. Repairs sidewalks and driveways and finishes concrete as required.

5. Operates water main valves and turn off and on water services for customers.

6. Operates trucks and construction and maintenance equipment as necessary to complete work projects; checks equipment for proper servicing, operation and safety and reports defects to supervisor; maintains inventory of tools and equipment.

7. Determines type and quantities of materials required to perform and complete job assignments and arranges for timely delivery to job sites.

8. Install street barricades and cones prior to the performance of construction and repair activities; direct and control traffic around work sites.

9. Maintain records related to particular area of assignment; may input and recall information into a computer terminal.

10. Observes standard operating procedures and safety practices.

11. Responds to emergency calls on a call out basis and works outside normal working hours as needed.

12. Performs other related duties as assigned.

$17.23 Hourly (Pay Grade 37)

Excellent Benefits!

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or GED (education will be verified using the “Education Requirements” listed below) is required.

A current and valid Florida Class B Commercial driver’s license is required or ability to obtain within twelve (12) months from date of employment. For application purposes, a valid driver’s license from any state or a State of Florida Class E driver’s license may be utilized; with the ability to obtain a State of Florida driver’s license within thirty (30) days from date of employment.

Special Driving Requirements

• Have not lost any driving privileges by reason of revocation, suspension or denial of license, or have been convicted and/or had an adjudication withheld of three or more moving violations.

• Have not had one DUI (Driving Under the Influence) in any preceding twenty-four (24) month period. License suspension of two weeks or less or suspensions based only on non-moving violations that have been cleared will not automatically result in revocation of driving privileges.

• Have not had more than one DUI (conviction or adjudication withheld) in Florida or any other state within the past ten (10) years.

• a public education institution in the State of Florida or any State or Territory of the United States; or
• an institution accredited by an accrediting organization that is recognized by the Florida Department of Education or the U.S. Department of Education; or
• an institution that is accredited by an organization that is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
• an institution whose degree or certification is accepted by institutions identified in either a), b), or c), above, for the purpose of admission to institutions identified in either a), b), or c) above.

The selection process for this position may consist of any, all or a combination of the following tests: evaluation of training and experience, written examination, structured oral interview or other assessment method.

State of Emergency: When normal operations of City departments are suspended or interrupted due to a declaration by the Mayor that a state of emergency exists, all employees will be deemed critical by the City. For the preparation and/or continuation of emergency operations or for special work detail, employees deemed necessary shall be required to work. Employees deemed critical by the City but not needed for the initial preparation and/or continuation of emergency operations or for special work detail may be directed not to report to work, and given paid administrative leave or they may be reassigned to another location that best meet the needs of the City.

The City of West Palm Beach is an equal employment opportunity employer. The City values the service of veterans to our country, supports recruitment of veterans and veterans' preference will be given in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes for those who met the minimum requirements of the position. Background investigation, physical, and drug and alcohol screening is required as condition of employment.