What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Worker II position at Pasco County?
***Pasco County provides a possible career path for advancement from a Utility Worker II, Utility Worker III, UT Distribution Operator III, UT Distribution Operator II and then UT Distribution Operator I when certifications, license, experience, and performance requirements and expectations are met.Participates in the installation, maintenance, or repair of water distribution, reclaimed distribution, or similar systems; including valves and meters. Taps water and reclaimed lines, flushes fire hydrants, cuts pipes, and operates pumps. Uses tapping saddles, concrete saws, metal detectors, handsaws, pliers, shovels, and wrenches. Occasionally operates trencher, and other types of equipment. Maintains inventory of parts on service truck; drives service truck and operates radio. Reads blueprints and records work activities. Turns meters on and off. Installs or removes plugs and locks. Repairs or back-flushes meters. Records meter readings and meter serial numbers. Calibrates meters; discusses water or reclaimed service problems with users. Locates lines and fittings. Maintains area around wells, detention ponds, and treatment plants. Operates tractor mowers and related grounds maintenance equipment. Loads, transports, and unloads equipment. Performs routine preventive maintenance on equipment. Ability to lift and/or move up to 80 pounds and also push or pull heavy objects. Performs other related work as required.
- Knowledge of water distribution, reclaimed distribution, plumbing, or irrigation system construction and repair methods.
- Knowledge of tools, fittings, and equipment used in repairing and maintaining water, reclaimed, and plumbing, or irrigation systems.
- Knowledge of water meter installation and repair procedures.
- Skill in driving a service truck and in operating pumps, automotive digging, backfilling, and mowing equipment.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to prepare records of work activities.
- Ability to read blueprints.
- Ability to read meters and accurately record readings.
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma. Six (6) months of direct experience in water or reclaimed field maintenance.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Must possess a valid Florida driver's license. A valid Florida CDL Class "B" permit and valid Florida CDL Class "B" with N Tanker endorsement preferred. This position requires the following training certifications within sixty (60) days of hire: Confined Space Entry, Excavation & Trenching, CPR, and FEMA 100, and FEMA 700.
NOTE: Candidates without direct water or wastewater field maintenance experience may be hired as a Utility Worker I /Trainee at a starting salary of $17.00 hourly. Candidates hired as a Trainee may be promoted to Utility Worker II upon completion of Confined Space Certification, Trenching and Shoring Certification, CPR training and FEMA Course 100 and FEMA Course 700.ADA STATEMENT: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Pasco County is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. On call as needed.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07 F.S. chapter SSA.7 Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.
Salary : $19 - $26
