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Utilities Field Technician Trainee

Town of Davie
Town of Davie Salary
Fort Lauderdale, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/7/2025

Salary : $41,558.40 Annually

Location : Davie, FL

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 24-019

Department : Water and Sewer Services

Opening Date : 11 / 07 / 2023

Closing Date : Continuous

Description

SEE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS SECTION FOR BENEFITS AND INCENTIVES

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 under the guidance of a Utilities Field Technician I or II. Reports to the Utilities Maintenance Supervisor.

Minimum Requirements (Must meet by the closing date of the posting unless otherwise stated)

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

  • Graduation from high school.
  • One (1) year of experience in various fields of utility maintenance or construction labor work; or closely related field.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE :

  • Experience in water distribution and wastewater collection systems and / or operating automotive or other motorized maintenance and construction equipment preferred.
  • REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES :

  • 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).
  • Ability to obtain Level "III" Water Distribution license from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and Class "C" wastewater collection system from a Florida approved agency within three (3) years of employment.
  • Ability to obtain, within one (1) year of employment, a Class "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake and tanker endorsements.
  • PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES :

  • Possession of a level "III" water distribution license from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and a Class "C" wastewater collection system from a Florida approved agency.
  • Class "B" Commercial Driver's License ( CDL) issued by the State of Florida.
  • Class "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake and tanker endorsements.
  • Special Requirements

    Current Incentives / Benefits :

  • Incentive : $100 / pay period
  • Additional incentives :
  • 1000 - paid out in December 2024 (prorated based on hire date)

  • 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.
  • Supplemental Information

  • The selection process will include successfully meeting the minimum requirements of each of the following : an oral assessment, background investigation and a medical examination which includes a drug screening test and physical examination.
  • If selected to move forward in the hiring process, you will be required to submit your lifetime driving history.
  • For assistance with your online applicant account, use the online Help Guide or contact the Applicants Support Line at 855-524-5627 or Email : Applicant Support is available between 9 : 00 a.m. and 8 : 00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday. For other inquiries, please contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.
  • The policy of the Town of Davie is to provide equal opportunity to all of our employees and applicants for employment. The Town of Davie has a policy that requires employees hired on or after January 4, 2016 to be a non-user of tobacco products six (6) months prior to their employment with the Town as well as commit to non-usage during their employment. Candidates for employment who are impacted by the Town of Davie's Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after six (6) months of non-usage.
  • APPLICATION ASSISTANCE / INFORMATION :

  • Incomplete fields : all fields must be completed, putting see resume on the application will not suffice. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
  • Required documentation : copies of any certifications, licenses or competencies from an accredited institution must be submitted with your application by closing date of posting unless otherwise stated.
  • Driving history : to request a copy of your Florida driving history, visit flhsmv.gov
  • Military personnel records : to request your completed military personnel record, go to archives.gov
  • Assistance with online application : for assistance with your online applicant account, use the online Help Guide or contact the Applicants Support Line at 855-524-5627 or Email : support@governmentjobs.com. Applicant Support is available between 9 : 00 a.m. and 8 : 00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday.
  • Additional assistance : for other inquiries, please contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.
  • REGULATIONS / ACCOMMODATIONS

  • EEO Policy : it is the policy of the Town to prohibit discrimination in hiring, promotion, compensation, discharge, and all terms and conditions of employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, gender identity(inclusive of a person's actual or perceived sex, and includes self-image, appearance behavior or expression, whether or not different from that traditionally associated with legal sex assigned to the person at birth), marital status, military status, political affiliation, genetic information, sexual orientation, or retaliation for reporting same.
  • Tobacco Policy : the Town of Davie has a policy that requires employees hired on or after January 4, 2016 to be a non-user of tobacco products six (6) months prior to their employment with the Town as well as commit to non-usage during their employment. Candidates for employment who are impacted by the Town of Davie's Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after six (6) months.
  • Reasonable Accommodations : applicants requesting reasonable accommodation during the job application process may contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.
  • E-Verify : the Town of Davie participates in E-Verify. Federal Law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. For more information on E-Verify, please contact 1-888-897-7781.
  • Veterans' Preference : the Town of Davie will grant Veterans' Preference to eligible veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States in compliance with applicable federal and state laws concerning Veterans' Preference.
  • The Town of Davie offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, life, and long term disability insurance.

    For a more detailed overview of our benefits package,

    Are you a High School graduate from an accredited High School or possess a GED?

    Do you currently possess one (1) year of experience in various fields of utility maintenance or construction labor work or closely related field?

    Do you currently possess experience working in water distribution and wastewater collection systems and / or operating automotive or other motorized maintenance and construction equipment?

    Do you currently possess a Level "III" Water Distribution license from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and a Class "C" wastewater collection system from a Florida approved agency?

    Do you have the ability to obtain Level "III" Water Distribution license from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and a Class "C" wastewater collection system from a Florida approved agency within three (3) years of employment?

    Do you currently possess a Class 'C" license in water distribution and wastewater collection systems from the Florida Department of Environmental Regulation?

    Do you have the ability to obtain Class 'C" license in water distribution and wastewater collection systems from the Florida Department of Environmental Regulation within three (3) years of employment?

    Do you currently possess a valid Driver's License?

    Do you currently possess a valid Class "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake and tanker endorsements?

    Do you have the ability to obtain, within one (1) year of employment, a Class "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake and tanker endorsements?

    Has your drivers' license been suspended within five (5) years of the date of this application? (not insurance related)

    Are you aware that as part of the selection process, you will have to meet the minimum requirements of each of the following : an oral assessment, background investigation, and a medical examination which includes a drug screening test and physical examination?

    Are you a current Town of Davie employee?

    Have you used any tobacco products within the past six (6) months including nicotine and E-Cigarettes?

    If you answered "Yes" to the above question, on what date did you last use any tobacco products?

    Required Question

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