UTILITIES CREW LEADER-LICENSE REQUIRED
Company: City of Fort Lauderdale, FL
Location: Fort Lauderdale
Posted on: June 23, 2022
Job Description:
POSITION SUMMARY In accordance with Article 24 of the Collective
Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and
Teamsters Local Union 769, for posting purposes this
open-competitive job posting shall be considered as a simultaneous
internal and external posting (it is open to both internal City
employees and external applicants). Additionally, this job
classification is subject to the terms and conditions of the
Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale
and Teamsters Local Union 769. The City of Fort Lauderdale has
career opportunities for dynamic and goal-driven employees.
Employees that are motivated to take on today's greatest challenges
and rewards in the field of local public service. Employees who are
passionate about making a difference and achieving our mission: We
Build Community, in a fast-paced organization that operates by
vision, strategy, and action. Click here to apply . When assigned
to Distribution and Collection, the employee supervises and
participates in a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in
locating, installing, maintaining and repairing water mains,
sanitary sewers and other specialized tasks requiring knowledge of
water and wastewater systems, plumbing and pipe fitting practices.
The employee supervises and assists in such activities as
installing meters, installing and repairing fire hydrants,
installing water mains and sewer systems, repairing leaks, laying
pipe, laying, cleaning and repairing connecting sanitary sewer
laterals, and operating heavy equipment incidental to these
tasks.When assigned to Stormwater operations, the employee
supervises and participates in a variety of semi-skilled and
skilled tasks in the construction, operation, and maintenance of
stormwater and right-of-way systems.Work assignments are usually
received in the form of specific work orders, but most work is
performed independently under general supervision, with periodic
inspections of completed work and review of reports. Supervision is
exercised over a large crew or several moderate-sized crews of
unskilled, semi-skilled and skilled employees, using reasonable
initiative and independent judgment.This job classification is
included within the bargaining unit represented by Teamsters Local
Union 769 and therefore is subject to the terms and conditions of
the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort
Lauderdale and Teamsters Local Union 769.The City offers a wide
variety of benefits to their employees. In addition to the
competitive benefits package and salary, the City currently
participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which will
require a 3% contribution from employees. New hires will be
automatically enrolled in FRS. Say "Hello" to the City of Fort
Lauderdale and Say "Goodbye" to Your Student Loan! That's right!
Under the U.S. Department of Education's Public Service Loan
Forgiveness (PSLF) program, the remaining balance on your student
loan may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly
payments while working full-time at the City of Fort Lauderdale!
Please visit www.fortlauderdale.gov/PublicServiceLoanForgiveness
for more information or to see if you qualify. ESSENTIAL JOB
FUNCTIONS
- Lead worker in the repair and maintenance of the water,
wastewater, and stormwater system infrastructure and roadway
infrastructure;
- In conjunction with the Division Chief, provides guidance and
instruction to Utilities Serviceworkers and Senior
Serviceworkers
- May plan, lead, and assist in cleaning, and inspection of
gravity sanitary sewer/stormwater lines
- May plan, lead, and assist in the maintenance of roadway
infrastructure
- Maintains records and submits reports of work performed
- Operates and maintains applicable tools and equipment in a safe
and proper working condition
- Performs a variety of skilled major construction jobs,
including carpentry, plumbing, masonry, electrical, painting,
fabrication, and installation, as assigned
- May perform a variety of skilled labor associated with roadway
construction and maintenance
- Maintains cleanliness of work areas; removes debris, as
needed
- Estimates material needs; procures materials, equipment, and
supplies, as needed
- Operates heavy equipment such as front-end loaders and bull
dozers, as needed
- Ensures compliance with safety regulations and standard
operating procedures
- Reads and utilizes drawings, maps GIS and utilities
atlases
- Schedules crews and personnel and timekeeping
- Will be required to perform "stand-by duty", being available
and responding to off-duty emergency call-ins to effect
repairs
- May be required to work nights and weekends
- Uses iPad, digital hand-held tools and asset management
systems
- Knowledgeable in the use of asset management software and
platforms
- Performs related work as required JOB REQUIREMENTS & WORK
ENVIRONMENT
- High School Degree or G.E.D.
- Three (3) to Five (5) years of construction experience, at
least one (1) years of which must have been at the journeyman
level. Serves as a lead worker. Additional qualifying experience or
completion of coursework at an accredited college or university in
a job-related field, may substitute on a year-for-year basis for
one year of the required experience or education.
- Commercial Driver's License - Class B with Air Brake and an
acceptable driving record at the time of appointment.
- Depending on the position, a State of Florida Class "A" CDL may
be required.
- Tanker endorsement and Class A/B CDL is required when operating
a wastewater or stormwater tanker/vactor truck Water Distribution
Level 3 or higher license may be required Special Requirements:
Essential Employees may be required to work during a declared
emergency. The employee's Department Head will determine who will
be required to work. REQUIREMENT EFFECTIVE MAY 1, 2011 Employees
hired, promoted or demoted into this class on or after the above
date may have to possess a State of Florida Department of
Environmental Protection Level 3 or higher license as a water
distribution system operator in compliance with Chapter 62-602 of
the Florida Administrative Code and all revisions thereof at the
time of appointment. Employees must maintain an active Level 3 or
higher license for continuing employment in this class.HOW TO
APPLY/ VETERAN INFORMATION Depending on the number of applicants
and the quality of their education and experience, the examination
may consist of one or more of the following tests: Evaluation of
Training & Experience, Oral Interview, Written Examination, or
other assessment method. Applicants must attain a minimum score of
70 in each part of the examination in order to qualify. All
successful applicants may be required to take a medical examination
and/or pass a drug screening prior to appointment.An eligible
veteran who enters an open-competitive examination shall receive
preference points added to the total passing score earned in the
examination as provided for in the Florida Statutes. To obtain
veteran's preference, candidates MUST submit a copy of separation
papers and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim
form J-204 . The City of Fort Lauderdale is AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT
OPPORTUNITY (EEO) AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER . All applicants
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, gender (including identity or expression), marital
status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or any
other protected classification as defined by applicable law (except
as limited by Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or
bona fide occupational qualifications). In compliance with the
Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, the City of Fort Lauderdale is
committed to providing a safe, quality-oriented and productive work
environment consistent with the standards of the community in which
it serves. Alcohol and drug abuse poses a threat to the health and
safety of City's employees and to the security of the City's
equipment and facilities. For these reasons, the City is committed
to the elimination of drug and alcohol use and abuse in the
workplace. Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
protects qualified individuals with disabilities from employment
discrimination. Under the ADA, a person has a disability if he has
a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major
life activity. The physical demands described within the job
description are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this
job . In compliance with the ADA, the City of Fort Lauderdale will
provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with
disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees
to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. This job
description is intended to describe the general nature and level of
work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It
is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities,
duties, and skills required. This description is subject to
modification as the needs and requirements of the position
change.Closing Date/Time: 6/25/2022 5:00 PM Eastern
Keywords: City of Fort Lauderdale, FL, Fort Lauderdale , UTILITIES CREW LEADER-LICENSE REQUIRED, Professions , Fort Lauderdale, Florida
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