What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utilities Field Technician I position at Town of Davie?
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Under general supervision, performs semi-skilled to skilled work in the installation, maintenance and repair of the Town's water distribution and wastewater collection systems. Is responsible for receiving and carrying out work assignments and may serve in a lead worker capacity on assigned jobs. Reports to Utilities Maintenance Supervisor.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
REQUIRED:
- Graduation from High School or GED.
- One (1) year of experience in maintaining and repairing water distribution and wastewater collection systems, or closely related work.
REQUIRED:
- Possession of a FDEP Water Distribution license level three (3) or higher from the Florida Department of Environmental Regulation along with a Class "C" wastewater collections license in water distribution and wastewater collection systems from the Florida Department of Environmental Regulation.
- Possession of a valid Class "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with combination vehicle, tanker, and air brake endorsements as issued by the State of Florida.
- Possession of a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
- Driver's license must not have been suspended within five (5) years of the date of this application (Not Insurance related).
Current Incentives/Benefits:
- Incentive: $100/pay period
- Additional incentives:
- $1000 - paid out in June 2025 (prorated based on hire date)
- Health Insurance
- 100% paid by the Town for single coverage, 50% paid by the Town for dependents.
- Leave:
- Holidays – 13 days per year.
- Sick Leave – 3.69 hours accrued per pay period
- Vacation Leave – Accrue 2 weeks per year, accrual rate increases every 5 years (capped at 4 weeks after 10 years of service).
- Birthday Leave – 1 day per year after successfully passing probation
- Quality Service – 1 day per year after successfully passing probation and other conditions.
- Wellness Days – 2 days per year after successfully passing probation.
- Pension/Retirement:
- Town Sponsored Pension – mandatory 3% contributions per pay period.
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan - Employee is entitled to make voluntary contributions through the payroll to the Town sponsored 457 deferred compensation plan only.
- Uniforms: Provided by the Department.
Salary : $43,722 - $47,091
