MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST III-SEWER

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PAY RATE: $20.48/HR

 

Position Summary:

Under the general supervision of the Collections Foreman, the Maintenance Specialist III is responsible for the installation of sewer lines, sewer service laterals, sewer main lines, and all related tasks. Supervise crew in assisting and ability to operate various equipment backhoe, loader, track-hoe, dump truck, ditch witch, tapping machine, and many pieces of related equipment. Experienced in the setup of pipe lasers and transit. Must be able to read and make functional changes on blueprints. Must be able to pour and finish concrete.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

• Keeps detailed records of all daily activities.

• The ability to work in a high-stress area under time restraints.

• Directs loading and unloading of trucks daily and must keep an accurate register of parts on those vehicles.

• The ability to work in a responsible manner when dealing with customers and the public. Must have a professional appearance and mannerisms.

• Work in or around traffic, working around underground utilities electric, gas, phone/ fiber optics, cable TV, Stormwater, sewer lines, etc.

• Training in M.S.D.S., hand tool safety, driving safety, fire extinguisher use, confined space entry, equipment safety, heat stress, power tool, underground access, and other related fields is provided.

• Highly skilled in the operation of heavy equipment, road saws, chop saws, backhoes, loaders, track-hoes, dump trucks, etc.

• Must qualify for after hour call duty and be prepared to respond if needed to handle utility related issues.

• All employees will be cross-trained in water, wastewater, and/or reclaimed water for equivalent positions. The employee may be directed to change positions at any time of employment without notice on a permanent or temporary basis.

 

Minimum Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty or responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities; education and/or experience; and certificates or licenses required in order to fill the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to work with various hand and power tools.

• Good customer skills when dealing with people.

• Ability to maintain a good safety track record.

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

• Ability to take independent action without constant supervision.

• Ability to make logical decisions based on training and experience.

• Ability to work in water under pressure and related jobs.

• Must be able to work in confined spaces and underground.

• Ability to be trained in the setup of pipe lasers and transits related to pipe installation.

 

Education and Experience:

• Possession of a High School Diploma or possession of an acceptable equivalent diploma.

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in maintenance repair and installation of wastewater utilities.

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in the operation of heavy equipment, backhoe preferred.

 

Certificates and Licenses:

• Possession of a Florida CDL Class “B” license.

• Valid Florida Driver’s License and must be insurable by the City’s current insurance provider. Required to obtain CDL Class “A” within one year of hire date.

• Must attain a Level III Wastewater certification within 2 years of employment.

• Must obtain Work Zone Safety Traffic Certification within 2 years of employment.

 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Responsible for supervising crew members assigned, approximately four (4) staff members.

 

Physical Skills	Constant	Frequent	Occasional	N/A
Heavy lifting (45 lbs. and over)		X
Moderate lifting (15 to 44 lbs.)		X
Light lifting (under 15 lbs.)		X
Heavy carrying (45 lbs. and over)		X
Moderate carrying (14 to 44 lbs.)		X
Light carrying (under 15 lbs.)		X
Reaching above shoulder		X
Use of fingers	X
Both hands required	X
Climbing (use of legs and arms)		X
Climbing (legs only)			X
Good near vision		X
Good distant vision		X
Both eyes required			X
Depth perception			X
Distinguishing basic colors			X
Distinguishing shades of colors			X
Good hearing (with or without hearing aid)			X
Straight pulling		X
Pulling hand over hand		X
Pushing		X
Walking	X
Standing	X
Crawling			X
Kneeling		X
Bending		X
Balancing		X
Stooping		X
Jumping			X
Running			X
Throwing	X
Driving (cars, small vans, pick-ups, etc.)	X
Driving & operating (heavy equip., trucks, etc.)	X
Other				X

 

 

Environment	Constant	Frequent	Occasional	N/A
Work Inside			X
Work Outside	X
In the Heat		X
In the Cold		X
In High Humidity		X
In Dampness or Chilliness		X
In Dry Conditions			X
In or with Noisy Conditions		X
In Darkness			X
In or with Dusty Conditions	X		X
With Silica, Asbestos, etc.				X
With Fumes or Gases			X
With Smoke or Flames				X
With Chemicals			X
With Solvents			X
With Grease or Oils			X
With Radiant Energy				X
With Electrical Energy				X
On Slippery Surfaces		X
On Uneven Surfaces		X
In or With Moving Objects		X
In or With Ladders/Scaffolding		X
At Heights above Ground Level			X
Below Ground Level		X
In Water		X
With Explosives				X
With Poor Ventilation		X
With Odors	X
With Unusual Fatigue Factors			X
Other Relevant Information:				X

 

Emergency Responsibilities:

In the event of an emergency or disaster, an employee may be required to respond promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employee’s department, Emergency Management or City Administration. Such assignments may be before, during or after an emergency/disaster.

 

Disclaimers:

 

This job description is not intended to, and does not, constitute an offer of employment or a contract for employment or the terms and conditions of employment. The City of Plant City has the right to revise this job description at any time.