Purpose

Minimum Qualifications

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Assists with repairs on facilities equipment including pumps, motors, blowers, drives, mixers, and other mechanical equipment.

Inspects equipment for malfunctions.

Installs new equipment systems under general supervision.

Install and repair piping.

Performs semi-skilled mechanical repairs.

Performs a variety of manual tasks in preparing work area.

Participates in safety training.

Restores work areas upon completion of tasks.

Performs general maintenance tasks when applicable to assigned area (i.e. pressure cleaning, mowing, trimming, and painting).

Responsible for maintenance of tools, parts, vehicles, and supplies inventory when applicable to area of assignment; may operate various light and heavy equipment.

Functions on call for response to emergencies.

Schedules equipment for services; inspects all plant equipment for cleanliness, temperature, vibrations and leakage.
May use self-contained breathing apparatus while performing some tasks.
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS
Performs other related duties as required.
PERFORMANCE APTITUDES
Data Utilization: Requires the ability to arrange, compare, counts, differentiate, measure, and/or sort data and/or information. Includes judging whether readily observable functional, structural, or compositional characteristics are similar to or divergent from prescribed standards, procedures, or routines.
Human Interaction: Requires the ability to exchange information for the purpose of obtaining information or clarifying details. Performs such within well-established policies, procedures, and standards.
Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate, maneuver, and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools and/or materials used in performing essential functions.
Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of descriptive data and information, such as maps, diagrams, plans, etc., concerning water/wastewater systems.
Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form. Involves semi-routine standardized work with some latitude for independent judgment concerning choices of action.
Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise the judgment, decisiveness, and creativity required in situations involving a variety of generally predefined duties that are often characterized by frequent change.
ADA COMPLIANCE
Physical Ability: Tasks involve the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work with greater emphasis on climbing and balancing, but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20 to 50 pounds) and occasionally heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds).
Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate depths. Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination.
Environmental Factors: Tasks may risk exposure to extremes in temperature and weather conditions, dirt, dusts, pollen, traffic hazards, wetness, humidity, strong odors and/or smoke, and strong and/or toxic agents/chemicals.
PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
The work performance of non-supervisory personnel of the City of Daytona Beach is routinely evaluated according to the performance criteria outlined herein:
Knowledge of Job: Has working knowledge of the methods, policies and procedures of the City of Daytona Beach as such pertain to the performance of the essential duties of a Utility Service Worker. Has working knowledge of principles and practices of underground utilities locating and considerable knowledge of the methods, materials, equipment, and techniques used in the extension, repair, and maintenance of water systems and related equipment. Has considerable knowledge of the laws, ordinances, standards, and regulations pertaining to the essential duties and responsibilities of the position. Has considerable knowledge of the organization of the Department and of related departments and agencies. Clearly understands the occupational hazards and safety precautions required to perform the essential functions of the work. Has considerable knowledge of terminology and related professional languages used within the Department as such pertain to work responsibilities. Knows how to maintain cooperative and effective relationships with intra- and inter-departmental personnel as well as any external entities with which the position interacts.
Quality of Work: Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities. Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility. Maintains high quality communication and interaction with internal and external entities with which the position interacts.
Quantity of Work: Performs described essential functions and related assignments efficiently and effectively in order to produce quantity of work which consistently meets established standards and expectations.
Dependability: Assumes responsibility for completion of assigned functions. Completes assigned work within deadlines in accordance with directives, policies, standards, and prescribed procedures. Maintains accountability for assigned responsibilities in the technical, human, and conceptual areas.
Attendance: Attends and remains at work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding absenteeism and tardiness. Provides sufficient notice to upper management with respect to vacation time and leave requests.
Initiative and Enthusiasm: Exhibits an enthusiastic, self-reliant and self-starting approach to meet job responsibilities and accountabilities. Strives to anticipate work to be accomplished, and initiates proper and acceptable action for the completion of work with a minimum of supervision and instruction.
Judgment: Exercises analytical judgment in areas of responsibility. Identifies issues or situations as they occur and specifies decision objectives. Identifies or assists in identifying alternative solutions to issues or situations. Implements decisions in accordance with prescribed and effective policies and procedures and with a minimum of errors. Seeks expert or experienced advisement where appropriate and researches issues, situations and alternatives before exercising judgment.
Cooperation: Accepts supervisory and managerial instruction and direction and strives to meet the goals and objectives of same. Questions such instruction and direction when clarification of results or consequences is justified (i.e., poor communications, variance with established policies or procedures, etc.). Offers suggestions and recommendations to encourage and improve cooperation intra- and inter-departmentally.
Relationships with Others: Shares knowledge with managers, supervisors and coworkers for mutual benefit. Contributes to maintaining high morale among all employees. Develops and maintains cooperative and courteous relationships intra- and inter-departmentally, and with external entities with which the position interacts. Tactfully and effectively handles requests, suggestions, and complaints in order to establish and maintain good will. Emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive image.
Coordination of Work: Plans and organizes daily work routine. Establishes priorities for the completion of work in accordance with sound time-management methodology. Avoids duplication of effort. Estimates expected time of completion of work elements and establishes a personal schedule accordingly. Attends required meetings, planning sessions, and discussions on time. Implements work activity in accordance with priorities and estimated schedules.
Safety and Housekeeping: Adheres to all established safety and housekeeping standards. Ensures such standards are not violated.
The City of Daytona Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Daytona Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.