Utilities Distribution/Collection Lead

Skilled manual labor position performing repairs and maintenance on utilities collection and distribution systemsRead, replace, clean and test water meters and water meter boxes.

Assist in repair and maintenance of all aspects of the water, sewer, and reuse systems.

Repair of utility lines and inspecting new construction.

Responsible for completing daily work orders.

Operate light to heavy equipment to include front-end loader/backhoe, dump truck, and power tools, as needed.

Diagnose issues and perform minor repairs, maintenance, and service equipment.

Maintains log of daily operations and activities.

Assist other utilities staff as needed or as directed by supervisor.

Requires shift work, holiday work, weekend work, natural disaster response, and on-call duties when needed.[These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related duties as required]Basic knowledge of field service repairs, repair parts, lift station operations, knowledge of tools and equipment; ability to perform some equipment maintenance.

Ability to work well with others, professionally and effectively communicate well with office staff and customers to assist in all phases of utilities, water, and sewer operations.

General computer operating skills (typing correspondence, email, and memorandums).

Ability to use hand tools, possess some mechanical skills, ability to operate equipment, and perform accurate meter reading.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of operations of water distribution and wastewater collection systems.

Understanding environmental safety as it pertains to community health and wellbeing.

Ability to inspect machinery and other mechanical equipment to detect flaws and defects in operation.

Ability to read meters and charts accurately and to maintain acute records.

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) equivalency.

At least two (2) years of experience in the utility operations field.

Experience in operation of small equipment and some equipment maintenance experience.

[A comparable amount of training, education or experience may be substituted for the above minimum qualifications.]

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS:

Possession of Valid Florida Driver’s License

Possession of Class “B” Florida CDL with air brakes endorsement.

Possession of a Class “C” Distribution Certificate or ability to obtain within timeframe set by supervisor.