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• TITLE: Utilities Field Inspector
• JOB CODE: 1020
• GRADE: 110
• DEPARTMENT: Utilities
• REPORTS: Assistant Utilities Director or Designee
• FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
• CLASSIFICATION: Essential
• CREATION DATE: September 10, 2024
• REVISION DATE(S): 
• SALARY RANGE: Minimum $24.70/hr. Max $42.22/hr.

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Assistant Utilities Director, performs technical engineering inspection work ensuring compliance with construction plans, specifications and design standards for the Utilities Department. Work involves inspections on construction projects from constructability design review through all phases of construction, from groundbreaking to project warranty punch and final project acceptance. Performs inspections of various projects such as sanitary sewer, water distribution systems, water and sewer pump locations, force mains, collections and reclaimed facilities. Performs specialized work monitoring customer compliance for the Utility Systems Fats, Oils & Grease Program (FOG) and Industrial Pretreatment Program (IPP).

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: The following duties are illustrative for this position. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential functions indicated with an *.

• Manages the inspections of water and sewer mains for compliance with materials submittals, approved plans, design standards and specifications to include water and sewer laterals, grades, safety, equipment backfill and field revisions on assigned projects. *
• Inspects the installation of all water mains, sanitary sewer gravity mains, water and sewer laterals, sewage pump stations, sewer force mains, and various other associated appurtenances to ensure all work is completed in strict compliance with specifications and meets or exceeds District Standards. *
• Collects GIS attribute data related to water and sewer infrastructure using field data collectors and ensures data is populated in the District's GIS System in a timely and efficient manner. *
• Performs inspections on water meters, backflows, fire hydrants and fire flow lines. *
• Performs site inspections of industrial and commercial users of the District's water and wastewater system. *
• Assists in record keeping and tracks project progress while maintaining any field changes that have occurred. *
• Prepares daily, weekly, and monthly reports. Manages project documents including photos and retrieves and provides data upon request. *
• Assists with the F.O.G. (Fats, Oils, & Grease) Program. *
• Oversee the testing of backflow devices and assist with the Cross Connection Control Program.*
• Perform specialized investigation of sewer mains and provide narrative and written documentation of the findings during inspections.
• Prepare analytical reports and make recommendations on sewer system rehabilitation projects
• Interfaces with consulting engineers in matters concerning permitting and facilities expansion.
• Performs other tasks as assigned by the Assistant Utilities Director and assists other departments as necessary by directive from Utilities Director.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

• Requires an accredited high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Associate degree with major course work in public administration, civil engineering, urban and regional planning, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of considerable experience in construction inspections or as a construction foreman.
• Must have working knowledge of the operations and functions of a water treatment plant, wastewater plant, water distribution systems, and sewer collection systems. Including any related experience in Fats, Oils and Grease program(s) and Cross Connection Control program(s) OR any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:

• Must possess a Level Ill Water Distribution License issued by the Florida D.E.P.
• Must possess, or be able to acquire a Fats, Oils & Grease Management 1 (FOG-I) Certificate and Class C Industrial Pretreatment Certification OR an FWPCOA Class C Wastewater Collections Certificate within two (2) years of employment.
• Must possess or be able to acquire a State of Florida Backflow Certification within two (2) years of employment.
• Must possess a valid State of Florida driver's license.
• Requires completion within twenty-four months the FEMA Emergency Management Institute training courses as follows: IS-100.B Introduction to Incident Command System (ICS-100), IS700.A: National Incident Management System (NIMS) An Introduction and IS-200.B: ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, practices, and equipment of Utility System operations.
• Advanced knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions involved in Utility operations.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with District staff, customers, contractors, other agencies, and the public.
• Ability to understand and interpret construction standards; read and interpret blueprints, plans, and specifications.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, contractors, consultants, and the public.
• Ability to prepare detailed reports and maintain records of inspections.
• Ability to read meters and charts accurately.
• Knowledge of the use and care of hand tools.
• Knowledge of GIS/GPS mapping systems.
• Knowledge of how to use computers and SCADA systems associated with Utility operations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be physically able to operate a variety of office machinery and equipment including computers, calculators, facsimile machines, telephones, copiers, two-way radios, pagers, etc. Must be able to exert a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are more than those for sedentary work. Light work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree. Must be able to lift, carry, and push articles weighing up to 50 lbs. Must wear personal protection equipment where required by the manufacturer of the equipment used such as hard hat/helmet, safety glasses, goggles, safety belt, safety shoes/boots, hearing protectors, safety harness, and gloves. Able to withstand and manage exposure to extreme temperatures, animals/insects, electrical hazards, confined spaces, heights, noise, vibration, dust, vapors, fumes, mist, smoke, toxic metals, sensitizers, poisons, gases, irritants, asphyxiants, moving mechanical parts, and pathogens.

DISCLAIMER: This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice except when a policy revision is needed, in these cases the job description must go to the Board of Supervisors for approval.

• TITLE: Landscape Maintenance / Exotic Plant Removal Technician
• JOB CODE: 2016
• GRADE: 102
• DEPARTMENT: Public Works
• REPORTS: Landscape Maintenance / Exotic Plant Removal Foreman or Designee
• FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
• CLASSIFICATION: Essential
• CREATION DATE: October 21, 2008
• REVISION DATE(S): June 1, 2010; December 5, 2017; July 12, 2022; July 26, 2023; January 9, 2024
• SALARY RANGE MINIMUM: $16.19/hr. Max $28.62/hr.

POSITION SUMMARY: Under general supervision performs a wide variety of landscape maintenance functions including the removal of exotic plant material from wetlands, wetland buffers, and preserves within the District.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: The following duties are illustrative for this position. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential functions indicated with an *.

• Maintains landscaping, turf grass, shrubbery, and trees including planting, watering, trimming,mowing, and edging.*
• Removes dead trees, exotic trees and plants using hand saws, chainsaws, and clippers.*
• Operates blower, hand tools, small power tools, and woodchipper.*
• Performs general maintenance on equipment and tools.*
• Receives and/or reviews verbal instructions and on the job training.*
• Operates vehicles and equipment.*
• Interacts and/or communicates with groups and individuals including the immediate supervisor,coworkers, and the public.*
• Inspects and cleans storm drains.*
• Assists with storm preparation and storm relief efforts.*
• Aids with various crews.*

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred but not required.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:

• Possession of a valid State of Florida driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of the methods, policies, and procedures of the Public Works Department as they pertain to the performance of the duties of the Landscape Maintenance/Exotic Plant Removal Technician.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions related to the job.
• Knowledge of basic grounds keeping practices. • Ability to learn methods of maintaining equipment and tools.
• Ability to work constantly outside under adverse weather conditions of cold, heat, humidity, and rain.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.
• Ability to Identify exotic trees, shrubs, grasses, and other vegetation.
• Ability to use hand tools such as shears, hoes, pruners, weed eaters, power edgers, small lawnmowers, chainsaws, and tree chippers.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including rakes, power/hand tools, etc. Must be able to carry, lift or push articles weighing up to 50 lbs. Must wear personal protection equipment where required, such as hard hat/helmet, safety glasses, goggles, safety belt, safety shoes/boots, hearing protectors, safety harness, and gloves.

DISCLAIMER: This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice except when a policy revision is needed, in these cases the job description must go to the Board of Supervisors for approval.

• TITLE: Field Operations Foreman
• JOB CODE: 2026
• GRADE: 110
• DEPARTMENT: Utilities
• REPORTS: Underground Utilities Superintendent or Designee
• FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
• CLASSIFICATION: Essential
• CREATION DATE: July 12, 2022
• REVISION DATE(S): January 9, 2024
• SALARY RANGE: Minimum $24.70/hr Max 42.22/hr

POSITION SUMMARY: Under general supervision, performs skilled work supervising and participating in the installation, repair, and maintenance of water, sewer, irrigation, and appurtenances. Operates heavy equipment and vehicles for Utilities Division as needed. Oversees construction projects for Utilities Division. Trains new employees as needed. Assists other departments as necessary by directive from the Underground Utilities Superintendent. Supervision is exercised over assigned personnel.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: The following duties are illustrative for this position. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential functions indicated with an *.

• Supervises and participates in the work of a crew engaged in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water, sewer, storm water, and reuse lines and appurtenances.*
• Supervises and participates with staff performing construction work.*
• Inspects major projects for the Utilities Department.*
• Operates heavy trucks, boom truck, tractor/loader, skid steer, track hoe, forklift and other equipment used in Underground Utilities and related projects.*
• Repairs and replaces fire hydrants.*
• Transports, connects, and operates mobile generators during power outages.
• Locates lines and main service lines using blueprints and GIS mapping.
• Operates handheld equipment and various power tools.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

• Ten years’ experience in water and wastewater systems construction and repair or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.
• Extensive experience performing pipe installation work and other utilities construction.
• Must have graduated from an accredited High School or GED equivalent.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:

• Must acquire a valid State of Florida Class "B" driver's license within 90 days.
• Requires completion within twenty-four months the acquisition of a F.D.E.P Drinking Water Distribution Level III license.
• Possession of Wastewater Collections Class “C” certificate preferred.
• Requires completion within twenty-four months the FEMA Emergency Management Institute training courses as follows: IS-100.B Introduction to Incident Command System (ICS-100), IS700.B: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System (NIMS), and IS-200.C: ICS for Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of standard electrical and mechanical tools and test equipment.
• Knowledge of materials used in the construction and maintenance of water distribution and/or wastewater collection systems.
• Knowledge of operation, safety practices, and techniques as it relates to line construction and maintenance.
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing priorities and conditions.
• Ability to exercise sound and independent judgment within general policy guidelines.
• Ability to oversee the work of subordinate personnel.
• Ability to make independent judgments and decisions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public.
• Ability to focus on the positive in every situation.
• Ability to model respect for individuals, teams, and the organization.
• Ability to stay centered when challenged.
• Ability to communicate effectively with subordinates and superiors, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to evaluate employees and make recommendations of their best functional abilities.
• Ability to work extended hours and weekends, as required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to lift, carry, and push articles weighing up to 50 lbs. Must wear personal protection equipment where required by the manufacturer of the equipment used such as hard hat/helmet, safety glasses, goggles, safety belt, safety shoes/boots, hearing protectors, safety harness, and gloves. Able to withstand and manage exposure to extreme temperatures, animals/insects, electrical hazards, confined spaces, heights, noise, vibration, dust, vapors, fumes, mist, smoke, toxic metals, sensitizers, poisons, gases, irritants, asphyxiates, moving mechanical parts, and pathogens.

DISCLAIMER: This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice except when a policy revision is needed, in these cases the job description must go to the Board of Supervisors for approval.

• TITLE: Underground Utilities Service Worker I
• JOB CODE: 1014
• GRADE: 104
• DEPARTMENT: Utilities
• REPORTS: Underground Utilities Superintendent or Designee
• FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
• CLASSIFICATION: Essential
• CREATION DATE: October 21, 2008
• REVISION DATE(S): June 1, 2010; July 12, 2022; January 9, 2024
• SALARY RANGE: Minimum $17.04/hr Max $30.00/hr

POSITION SUMMARY: Under general supervision performs skilled work involved in construction, reconstruction, installation, and maintenance projects, including but not limited to ditch digging, installing/repairing water services, mains and pipes, sewer piping, manhole inspection, line cleaning and backfilling. Inspects, maintains and/or repairs utility infrastructure, including, but not limited to, water meters, fire hydrants, water service lines, valves, sewer lines, and irrigation systems to ensure that all aspects of the systems are functioning properly. Some supervision is exercised over Underground Utilities Service Worker Trainees.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: The following duties are illustrative for this position. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential functions indicated with an *.

• Participates and assists in scheduling the work of a crew engaged in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water and sewer lines.*
• Makes service connections, reconnection, & disconnections, repairs line leaks, installs meters, performs water pressure tests, replaces meter boxes and lids, etc.*
• Installs, repairs, and replaces large and small sewer and water lines and related facilities.*
• Repairs and replaces fire hydrants.*
• Assists in the operations and maintenance of the reclaimed water distribution system.*
• Operates backhoes, front-end loaders, boom truck, forklift, skid steer and other equipment used in underground utility related work. Performs routine maintenance on equipment.*
• Picks up supplies and materials and stocks truck with parts and supplies.*
• Monitors the operation of and performs the necessary maintenance on motors, pumps, floats, and all related lift station equipment.*
• Operates computer SCADA system to control and monitor lift stations.*
• Reads water meters in assigned areas and provides accurate data for utility billing; Rechecks readings as directed to determine abnormal consumption patterns and notes any unusual changes and other maintenance items such as leaks, damaged meters and unusual meter readings and explains findings to supervisor.*
• Locates lines and main service lines for contractors and other utility companies using blueprints and GIS mapping.*
• Clears sewer lines with sewer rodding machine or high-pressure truck.
• Performs landscaping and surface restoration at job site.
• Operates trucks, tapping machines, TV line equipment, and other equipment in connection with above tasks.
• Installs and inspects backflow prevention devices on water meters.
• Responds to complaints such as, but not limited to, water leaks, pressure loss, no water, and turn on/shut off, evaluates situation, and explains findings to supervisor.
• Transports, connects, and operates mobile generators during power outages. Performs basic maintenance on Generators as needed
• Inspects vehicle and equipment for safety and reliability prior to operating.
• Visits job sites ensuring standards, rules, and regulations are met.
• Adheres to departmental and OSHA safety procedures.
• Assists in the proper training of new hires in the Underground Utilities Division and assists in developing new training programs.
• Follows guidelines established by the State of Florida and DOH.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

• Must have some knowledge of the principles, practices, and operations of Water Distribution Systems, Wastewater Collection Systems, and Reclaimed Pumping Systems.
• Must have some experience with tools, materials, and equipment used in the installation, replacement, maintenance, and repair of water and sewer utility lines. Understanding of the safe use of common hand and power tools; Understanding of the safe use and operation and preventive maintenance of common automotive and mechanical equipment.
• Must have graduated from an accredited High School or GED equivalent.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:

• Must possess a Water Distribution Level “III” license with the FDEP.
• Must be able to acquire a Wastewater Collections “C” certificate within thirty-six months.
• Must possess a valid State of Florida driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of standard electrical and mechanical tools and test equipment.
• Knowledge of materials used in the construction and maintenance of water distribution and/or wastewater collection systems.
• Knowledge of safe work techniques and practices used in line construction.
• Knowledge of routine distribution and collection systems maintenance practices.
• Knowledge of tools and equipment required to perform duties.
• Ability to make independent judgments and decisions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public.
• Ability to focus on the positive in every situation.
• Ability to model respect for individuals, teams, and the organization.
• Ability to stay centered when challenged.
• Ability to establish and maintain the trust and confidence of the department and public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to lift, carry and push articles weighing up to 50 lbs. Must wear personal protection equipment where required by the manufacturer of the equipment used such as hard hat/helmet, safety glasses, goggles, safety belt, safety shoes/boots, hearing protectors, safety harness, and gloves. Able to withstand and manage exposure to extreme temperatures, animals/insects, electrical hazards, confined spaces, heights, noise, vibration, dust, vapors, fumes, mist, smoke, toxic metals, sensitizers, poisons, gases, irritants, asphyxiates, moving mechanical parts, and pathogens.

DISCLAIMER: This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice except when a policy revision is needed, in these cases the job description must go to the Board of Supervisors for approval.