Utility Systems Technician I - City of Deltona : Job Details

Utility Systems Technician I ISSUE DATE: 12/11/2023CLOSING DATE: Open Until FilledELIGIBILITY: Internal and ExternalLOCATION: Deltona WaterOne (1) Regular Full-Time Non-Exempt VacancyAnticipated Hiring Range: $17.56 - $21.95If you have any issues with the application system please contact Workbright's customer service department at (844) ###-####DEFINITION: The purpose of this job/class within the organization is to conduct technical maintenance, repair, and construction of City water and wastewater facilities. This job/class works under close supervision according to set procedures.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Not all inclusive): Repairs and maintains water and wastewater pipelines including locating mains services and sewer laterals. Assists in resolving customer problems and complaints as well as installing and changing out meters; turns on and off service to customers for repairs and non-payments. Conducts basic maintenance lubrication and repair of equipment, facilities, and tools; responsible for operating a variety of vehicles and equipment such as backhoes, dump trucks, and power and hand tools. Conducts smoke and dye testing as well as cleaning, data recording, and repair of gravity sewer mains, manholes, and customer laterals. Conducts construction and repair of roads, sidewalks, driveways, and general landscaping. Responds to emergency sanitary sewer calls; resolves issues using specialized sewer equipment. Exercises mainline water valves with an automatic valve exercising machine; flushes hydrants and blow-offs; enters flushing data; collects remote tap samples for analysis.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent. Requires one (1) year of experience in field utility maintenance, utility construction, or closely related experience. Please upload all required licenses and your High School Diploma/GED equivalent with your application prior to posting closing through the resume tab.LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: Requires a Class B commercial driver's license, with air brakes and tanker endorsement with valid DOT medical card required or must be obtained within six (6) months upon appointment to the position.Must possess or be able to obtain the following within the designated time frames listed below:Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Distribution Level III License within twelve (12) months of appointment to the position.Backflow Tester & Repair Certification within twelve (12) months of appointment to the position. The position is subject to being on call and working after normal City work hours as well as on weekends and holidays.BENEFITS: Full City benefits to include Florida Retirement System, paid employee health/dental, accrued vacation, sick leave, and more.Veteran Preference in appointment will be given to those eligible.In order to be eligible for Veteran Preference you must furnish a Department of Defense document, commonly known as form DD-214 (Member 4 Copy recommended) or military discharge papers, or equivalent certification from the DVA, listing military status, dates of service and discharge type PRIOR TO CLOSING DATE OF THE JOB POSTING. Please redact social security number and date of birth information from all documents submitted.In addition, the disabled veteran shall also furnish a document from the Department of Defense, the DVA, or the Department certifying that the veteran has a service-connected disabilityIf you require an accommodation because of a disability to participate in the application/selection process, you must notify the Human Resources Department at 386-###-#### at least 48 hours (excluding weekends and holidays) prior to the meeting or activity.We are proud to be a Drug-free, Smoke-free and Equal Opportunity Employer!