Senior Utility Service Worker

Department

Utilities

Location

Water Distribution

Position Type

FT Employee

Salary

Weekly Pay Range: $ $985.90

Date

Description

PURPOSE

The purpose of this classification under general supervision is to perform skilled labor and supervisory work in a variety of tasks for constructing maintaining and repairing the municipal water, wastewater, stormwater and reuse distribution and collection systems. Employees in this class are responsible for leading and participating in the repair of valves and related system components. Performs related work as required.

DRUG SCREENING: This position requires a drug screen. If applicant did not receive drug screening upon initial hire with the City; applicant will be required to submit to drug screening prior to accepting this position.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED; supplemented by minimum three (3) years previous experience and/or training involving installation; repair and maintenance of water lines; mains and related installations.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of and ability to maintain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class "B". Possession of or ability to obtain FDEP Water Distribution Operators License Level 3 within 1 year of hire or placement into position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Functions as crew leader in supervising and participating in assigned work orders.

Locates City underground water, wastewater, stormwater and reuse systems components so repairs can be made.

Verifies existence and location of pipes; traces and inspects condition of laterals.

Repairs leaks, main breaks, faulty valves, meters, defective lines, broken fire hydrants, catch basins, manholes, and stormwater inlets. Corrects stoppages and blockages in mains.

Performs connections and disconnections during repair tasks, or as directed.

Installs new mains, valves, fire hydrants, meter boxes, taps, manholes, and other water/wastewater/stormwater/reuse components.

Performs a variety of manual labor tasks in preparing work sites (i.e., excavation, asphalt/concrete cutting, loading and unloading materials).

Ensures proper traffic device placement and safety precautions are adhered to prior to commencing with work orders; participates in traffic control.

Oversees restoration of work sites upon completion of tasks (i.e., replacing dirt fill, asphalt, concrete, landscaping).

Operates a variety of equipment incidental to completing assignments.

Responsible for maintenance of tools, parts, vehicle, and supplies inventory, when applicable to area of assignment.

Functions on call for response to emergencies.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

Performs related duties as required.

PERFORMANCE APTITUDES

Data Utilization: Requires the ability to arrange, compare, count, differentiate, measure and/or sort data and/or information. Includes judging whether readily observable functional, structural or compositional characteristics are similar to or divergent from prescribed standards, procedures or routines.

Human Interaction: Requires the ability provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others on how to apply procedures and standards to specific situations.

Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions.

Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of descriptive data and information, such as maps, diagrams, plans, etc., concerning water/wastewater systems.

Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Functional Reasoning: Requires ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form. Involves semi-routine standardized work with some latitude for independent judgment concerning choices of action.

Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise the judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving a variety of generally pre-defined duties that are often characterized by frequent change.

ADA COMPLIANCE

Physical Ability: Tasks involve the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on climbing and balancing, but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds).

Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate depths. Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination.

Environmental Factors: Tasks may risk exposure to extremes in temperature and weather conditions, dirt, dusts, pollen, traffic hazards, wetness, humidity, strong odors and/or smoke, and strong and/or toxic agents/chemicals.

PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

The work performance of non-supervisory personnel of the City of Daytona Beach is routinely evaluated according to the performance criteria outlined herein:

Knowledge of Job: Has working knowledge of the methods, policies and procedures of the City of Daytona Beach as such pertain to the performance of the essential duties of a Senior Utility Service Worker. Has considerable knowledge of principles and practices of underground utilities locating, and thorough knowledge of the methods, materials, equipment and techniques used in the extension, repair and maintenance of water, wastewater, stormwater, or reuse systems and related equipment. Has considerable knowledge of the laws, ordinances, standards, and regulations pertaining to the essential duties and responsibilities of the position. Has considerable knowledge of the organization of the department, and of related departments and agencies. Clearly understands the occupational hazards and safety precautions required to perform the essential functions of the work. Has considerable knowledge of terminology and related professional languages used within the department as such pertain to work responsibilities. Knows how to maintain cooperative and effective relationships with intra- and interdepartmental personnel, as well as any external entities with which position interacts.

Quality of Work: Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities. Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility. Maintains high quality communication and interaction with internal and external entities with which the position interacts.

Quantity of Work: Performs described essential functions and related assignments efficiently and effectively in order to produce quantity of work which consistently meets established standards and expectations.

Dependability: Assumes responsibility for completing assigned work. Completes assigned work within deadlines in accordance with directives, policies, standards, and prescribed procedures. Maintains accountability for assigned responsibilities in the technical, human, and conceptual areas.

Attendance: Attends and remains at work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding absenteeism and tardiness. Provides sufficient notice to upper management with respect to vacation time and leave requests.

Initiative and Enthusiasm: Exhibits an enthusiastic, self-reliant and self-starting approach to meet job responsibilities and accountabilities. Strives to anticipate work to be accomplished and initiates proper and acceptable action for the completion of work with a minimum of supervision and instruction.

Judgment: Exercises analytical judgment in areas of responsibility. Identifies issues or situations as they occur and specifies decision objectives. Identifies or assists in identifying alternative solutions to issues or situations. Implements decisions in accordance with prescribed and effective policies and procedures and with a minimum of errors. Seeks expert or experienced advisement where appropriate and research issues, situations and alternatives before exercising judgment.

Cooperation: Accepts supervisory and managerial instruction and direction and strives to meet the goals and objectives of same. Questions such instruction and direction when clarification of results or consequences is justified (i.e., poor communications, variance with established policies or procedures, etc.). Offers suggestions and recommendations to encourage and improve cooperation intra- and inter-departmentally.

Relationships with Others: Shares knowledge with managers, supervisors and coworkers for mutual benefit. Contributes to maintaining high morale among all employees. Develops and maintains cooperative and courteous relationships intra- and inter-departmentally, and with external entities with which the position interacts. Tactfully and effectively handles requests, suggestions, and complaints in order to establish and maintain good will. Emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive image.

Coordination of Work: Plans and organizes daily work routine. Establishes priorities for the completion of work in accordance with sound time-management methodology. Avoids duplication of effort. Estimates expected time of completion of work elements and establishes a personal schedule accordingly. Attends required meetings, planning sessions, and discussions on time. Implements work activity in accordance with priorities and estimated schedules.

Safety and Housekeeping: Adheres to all established safety and housekeeping standards. Ensures such standards are not violated.

The City of Daytona Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Daytona Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Exempt : No

Type : FT Employee

Department : Utilities

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