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Utilities Field Operator - Sarasota County Government, FL (ID: 340482) |
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Title | Utilities Field Operator |
Type | Water and Wastewater |
Date Posted | 2019-09-24 |
City / Organization | Sarasota County Government, FL |
Website | Click Here for the Position Listing |
Email Contact | halderson@scgov.net |
Description | Equipment Operator III (Utilities Field Operator): This is work for operation of heavy, intermediate and complex construction equipment, participating in and assisting with utility work for operations, maintenance, repair, installation and construction of the potable and reclaimed water distribution, wastewater; gravity, vacuum and pressurized sewer collection systems. Subject to Passing Substance Screening This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment in any class for a period of five years. Equipment Operation
Utility Operations
General Duties
Minimum Qualifications: Two (2) years of experience in the operation and routine maintenance with heavy equipment in operations, maintenance, repair and construction of water distribution, wastewater collection and storm water conveyance systems. Possession prior to appointment of a valid Florida Class "A" Commercial Driver's License with Tanker endorsements required by the work assignment and maintain.
Preferred Qualifications : Florida Department Environmental Protection (FDEP): Water Distribution System-Level 4, Drinking Water Treatment-Class "D" and or Wastewater Treatment-Class "D" Certification(s). NASSCO-PACP, MACP & LACP Certification(s). While not required, we prefer that if hired employee obtains within two (2) years date of hire. one (1) year of Wastewater Collection System Cleaning, Televising and Maintenance.
Job Based Competencies: Knowledge of current technology in water distribution, wastewater collections, and storm water conveyance systems maintenance practices. Knowledge and safe operation of specialized tools and equipment used in potable, reuse, wastewater, and storm water conveyance systems maintenance and repair. Operation of backhoe, excavators, trencher, personal computers and mechanical tools used in utilities and the storm water maintenance industry. The ability to understand and follow oral/written instructions. Experience in the use of TV inspection, smoke testing and collection system flow monitoring equipment. Smartphone and basic computer skills with web app GIS, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Maximo software program. **Certifications for Safety Training: Asbestos Cement Piping (Class-II), Blood Borne Pathogens, Chainsaw Safety, Competent Person-OSHA Standard, Confined Space Entry, Fire Extinguisher, Forklift Safety, Hazcom, Hearing Protection, Heavy Equipment Safety, Lock-out/Tag-out, Maintenance of Traffic-Intermediate, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), Maximo Basics, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Trenching and Excavation Safety-OSHA Standard, Water Distribution Systems, Wastewater Collection System Cleaning & Maintenance, Wastewater Spill Sample Collection and Workplace Violence.
Work Schedule: 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. On Call Required.
Physical Demands: Must regularly lift/move 20 pounds, frequently lift/move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally move/lift over 50 pounds. A dolly/cart or team member is available to help.
Sarasota County Government is committed to wellness and successful applicants must be tobacco free for twelve months preceding date of application. Drug Free Work Environment EOE/AA/ADA |