City of Milton

Job Description – WTR/SWR Utility Technician I

Job Information

Job Title: WTR/SWR Utility Technician I

Department: Utilities (Water/Sewer)

Reports To: WTR/SWR Superviosr

Position Type: Full-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt

Starting Pay Rate: $15.84 per hour

Benefits Eligibility

This position is eligible for the full range of City benefits, including:
- 100% employer-paid health insurance (employee only)
- 60% employer-paid family health coverage
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- Overtime pay and compensatory time eligibility
- 100% employer-paid long-term disability coverage
- $25,000 employer-paid life insurance
- Voluntary benefits available (life insurance, dental, vision, AD&D, cancer, accident)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job Summary

This is an entry-level position in the Utilities Department. Under general supervision, the employee performs a variety of manual labor duties in the construction, maintenance, and repair of water, sewer, and natural gas systems. Work is routine and assignments are outlined in advance. The position provides an opportunity to gain skills and advance within the department.

Essential Job Functions

(These examples are representative work samples and do not include all duties that may be required.)
- Assist crew members with construction and maintenance activities in water, sewer, and natural gas systems.
- Dig ditches and assist with the installation and repair of pipes, valves, fittings, and meters.
- Safely operate equipment used in maintenance and construction, including mowers, chain saws, weed eaters, hand tools, and other miscellaneous equipment.
- Perform heavy manual labor, including cutting grass, weed removal, trash pickup, and cleaning rights-of-way and City properties.
- Assist with system locates under the One Call system.
- Respond to and assist with after-hours call-outs.
- Work outdoors under varying weather conditions and risks.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

- Basic knowledge of tools, equipment, and materials used in construction, maintenance, and repair.
- Awareness of safety standards and practices in utility maintenance and construction.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to work safely and effectively at all times.
- Ability to maintain good working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and the public.
- Skilled in the routine care and use of hand tools and equipment.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Hours of Work and Supervision

- Normal field operation hours are Monday through Friday, with overtime, weekends, and emergency call-outs as required.
- Work hours may be adjusted based on workload.
- Position has no supervisory responsibilities.
- Work is spot-checked by supervisors for accuracy and completion.

Physical Requirements

- Regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel, reach with arms, walk, talk, smell, and hear.
- Occasionally required to stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, crouch, and crawl.
- Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
- Must be able to regularly lift/move up to 45 pounds and occasionally up to 90 pounds.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements

- Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred; sufficient education to read, write, and perform basic math.
- Experience: Entry-level; requires ability to perform heavy physical labor and demonstrate sufficient physical strength to meet demands.
- Other Requirements: Subject to drug and alcohol testing per City policy.

Licenses and Certifications

- Valid State of Florida driver’s license at time of hire.
- Must obtain a Class “A” CDL with “N” endorsement within six (6) months of employment.
- Must obtain and maintain all licenses, certifications, and training as required by the City, County, State, or Federal government.

ADA Statement

The City of Milton is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who require an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of this job should contact Human Resources.

EEO Statement

The City of Milton is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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