Utility System Service Worker I

Under general supervision of the Water Distribution Maintenance Foreman and/or Supervisor, performs skilled work in the maintenance, construction, and repair of City utility water mains and services. Employees in this class are expected to be familiar with the safe operation and proper maintenance of such equipment as gas and hydraulic powered cutting saws, bore and jack machines, mechanical trenchers, mini excavators, water main tapping machines up to 12", Hydro Stop in-line valve equipment, trenching machines, asphalt/concrete wheel cutters and other such small to medium size equipment as used in the repair of water distribution systems. Employees are expected to work overtime as required. Must participate in a rotational stand-by crew to respond to emergencies after normal working hours and on weekends.

Due to the nature of water distribution systems, it may be necessary at times to work through normal lunch and break periods -if system customers are without water service. However, these periods will be allowed either after water service is restored or within an acceptable time frame as determined by job foreman. It may also be required at times to work unscheduled overtime in order to restore water service. Performs other tasks as requested.

• Installs, repairs and/or replaces water services and meters, fire hydrants, water mains and water valves up to 36".
• Operates and maintains tapping machines, trenchers, line locators, line stoppers and other related equipment as required

• High School diploma or G.E.D. required. (Proof of education must be uploaded with application)
• At least two years progressive experience in the installation and repair of water mains and services.
• Must obtain a CDL learner's permit within 3 months and Class "B" Commercial driver's license with air brake endorsement within six months. Applicants may possess a valid out of state Commercial Class "B" driver's license with airbrake endorsement and obtain the Florida Commercial "B" driver's license with airbrake endorsement and obtain the Florida Commercial Class "B" driver's license within 10 days of employment.
• Employees are expected to work overtime as required. Must participate in a rotational stand-by crew to respond to emergencies after normal working hours and on weekends.

• Knowledge of principles and skilled in the practices of water main construction and repair techniques.
• Knowledge of occupational and safety rules and practices as they relate to the maintenance, repair and/or construction of water distribution systems.
• Skill to interpret and work from blueprints, sketches, and maps.
• Ability to both understand and communicate oral and written instructions.
• Ability to both interpret and complete work order forms.
• Ability to deal with the public and fellow employees in a polite and effective manner.
• Ability to perform strenuous work in a variety of outdoor weather conditions.
• Knowledge of hand and power operated tools as required in the maintenance, repair, and construction of water distribution systems.
• Ability and skill to safely operate on and two-ton dump trucks and other light equipment.
• Knowledge of the general geographic area.
• Knowledge and skill to operate computers, work order and preventative maintenance software and web based GIS mapping system to include Word, Excel, email, and internet.
• Upon interview, applicant may be required to demonstrate skill and familiarity with actual equipment listed under Characteristics of the Class.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to read and comprehend work orders, equipment/tool manuals, safety manuals, and other printed and/or written material as it relates to the job.
• Ability to understand and comprehend area maps as they relate to the location of water mains, valves, fire hydrants and services.
• Ability to understand and comprehend basic math. Read, understand and utilize tape measurer.
• Ability to identify and comprehend colors as they relate to traffic and/or road signs, safety equipment, utility markings, and other utility related materials.
• Ability to mix concrete and work in areas with dust, dirt and other unpleasant conditions.
• Ability to verbally communicate with co-workers and others in the English language both face-to-face and over two way radio.
• Ability to assist in the loading and unloading of sewer pipe and fittings up to 30" in diameter.
• Ability to hear and understand instructions given in the English language and spoken in a normal tone of voice.
• Ability to hear approaching heavy equipment and/or verbal warnings given by co-workers while working in immediate vicinity of heavy equipment that is in operation or other noisy environments.
• Ability to hear electronically emitted sounds through headphones.
• Ability to write up work orders, warehouse material requisitions, and vehicle service forms in a legible and understandable manner.
• Ability to manually use shovel, wrenches, pick, rake, and other related hand tools in the efficient excavation, repair, backfilling, and subsequent area restoration of water mains, valves, fire hydrants, and services.
• Ability to set up and operate pneumatic drive jackhammer, gas and/or hydraulic powered portable says, pumps, and other associated tools that weigh between 25 lbs. and 100 lbs.
• Ability to work in and efficiently move between standing, bending, kneeling, sitting, and/or squatting positions. May be required at times to move laterally and/or work in such positions for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry (up to 100 yds.) items weighing up to 50 lbs. Carry such items over uneven terrain. Load into and unload such items from vehicles. Carry and/or lower into and remove such items from ditch and/or manhole.
• Ability to lift and carry items which are considered hard to grasp and or hold on to weighing up to 20 lbs. for extended periods.
• Ability to walk up to one mile in distance during line location.
• Ability to walk over and around cluttered work areas and uneven surfaces.
• Ability to work while standing on uneven and/or wet surfaces.
• Ability to work and perform manual labor for extended periods in all weather conditions.
• Ability to frequently enter and leave ditches by way of incline or ladder.
• Ability and willingness to work in confined spaces such as meter vaults and excavated ditches/holes.
• Ability and willingness to work during night and early morning hours or for extended periods of time when required.
• Ability to work in and around such damp, wet and muddy conditions that are created by water main and water service leaks and breaks. Perform periodic heavy labor as required.
• Ability to receive directions and constructive criticism from departmental management.

The City of Melbourne offers a generous benefit package to include:

• 100% City paid medical insurance for employee only; coverage available for family
• Health Insurance opt-out incentive for employees with other medical coverage
• Dental

. Vision

• Life Insurance in the amount of 1 times your annual salary
• Additional life insurance to include coverage for your spouse and child(ren)
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• 457 Deferred Compensation
• Retirement Plans (FRS, local plan for Police and Fire personnel)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement

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