SALARY: $59,740
NATURE OF WORK:
The position is skilled working supervisor, supervising a crew of collection and distribution operators in the complex and technical construction and maintenance activities of the City's water and wastewater collection and distribution systems. This position must be thoroughly knowledgeable of water and wastewater distribution systems. This position is often the first contact for customers, and other citizens impacted by the crew’s work. Moderate decision-making responsibilities require this position to exercise discretion and independent judgment. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Utilities Manager, and is reviewed through observations, inspections, and by results obtained.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supervises and directs the work of licensed distribution technicians and other members of the crew in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water and wastewater lines.
- Effectively plans and lays out work for the crew to meet timelines and productivity goals after consultation with the supervisor, studying drawings, blueprints, GIS data, specifications, and work orders.
- Ensures that existing utilities have been located and marked appropriately and all required permits are on hand.
- Obtains necessary materials and supplies for current jobs and places special orders for"hard- to-get" or back-ordered materials and supplies.
- Enforces safety precautions for the protection of assigned crew, the environment and the public. Instructs new employees in the general and subject-specific elements of water and wastewater operations.
- Ensures proper techniques and procedures that meet the department's minimum standards and meet the requirements of oversight and regulatory bodies.
- Operates all equipment assigned to crew and ensures equipment is in proper working order. Completes work orders and provides accurate as-built drawings.
- Keeps accurate time and work records.
- Completes performance evaluations for assigned crew
- Performs related work as required
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
- Valid State of Florida Divers license, with the ability to obtain a CDL license in a reasonable amount of time
- Must hold the Florida Department of Transportation Intermediate Maintenance of Traffic certification
- Must possess a valid Water Distribution System Operator Level III license in accordance with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection regulations, or be able to obtain within one year
OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of some comprehensive and other specific water and wastewater transmission and distribution methods, operating rules, and the construction and maintenance regulatory requirements.
- Knowledge of the operations of trucks, trenchers, backhoes, and other equipment used in this field.
- Ability to instruct operators on the use of tools and equipment and the occupational hazards of the work.
- Ability to take charge in emergency situations and maintain control until relieved by management.
- Ability to understand and transmit oral and written instructions and to read working diagrams, GIS data, sketches, and simple blueprints.
- Ability to prepare simple reports and keep accurate records.
- Skill in the operation of computers and the related programs and applications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- High School diploma of GED
- Five (5) years of skilled level experience in construction and maintenance in water and wastewater collection
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Tasks may require frequent exposure to adverse environmental conditions including inclement weather, sun, extreme temperatures, odors, dirt and dust, loud noises, and hazardous chemicals, etc.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
This position is a Disaster essential position and will be required to report for work when a declaration of emergency has been declared in Highlands County.
Employment Applications for the City of Avon Park must be filled out in entirety.
The City of Avon Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ethnicity, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a protected veteran. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or contact Human Resources (863-452-4406). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
Preference will be given to preference‐eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.
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