Construction Specialist

Salary : $50,056.00 - $75,084.00 Annually
Location : Public Works/Utility Department, FL
Job Type: FULL TIME
Job Number: 23-00126
Department: Public Works/Utility
Opening Date: 01/22/2024
Closing Date: 2/5/2024 5:30 PM Eastern
Description
PUBLIC WORKS/UTILITIES: STORMWATER
The purpose of this job is to maintain, repair, install, survey, and inspect all new and existing concrete construction and maintenance of the City's stormwater system. Works under close supervision of the Stormwater System Crew Leader.
Examples of Duties
Performs all concrete type work; foundations, spillways, retaining walls, rip rap dams, walls, sidewalks, inlets and outfalls, and assist in all concrete maintenance duties.
Block and brick laying, carpentry work and making forms.
Provides on call coverage for possible emergency events.
Removal of sod, digging and setting forms; mixing pouring, and finishing concrete, installation of draining pipes and maintenance of City retention ponds including mowing.
Drive and operate light and heavy equipment including dump truck, concrete mixer, concrete saws, compressors, generators, pumps, mowers and able to use small tools and equipment and concrete finishing tools.
Assist Streets and Stormwater in clean up, roadway repairs, and emergency situations.
Able to work from a boat and assist in the operation and maintenance of stormwater pumps, and aquatic weed control.
Accurately enters data into the City data system, to include updating GIS information for newly added stormwater assets to maps and GIS.
To communicate effectively in writing and verbally; follow oral and written instructions.
Perform additional duties as directed / assigned.
ADDITIONAL POSITION FUNCTIONS
Performs related duties as directed when such duties are a logical and appropriate assignment to the position.
Minimum Qualifications
High School diploma or GED; supplemented by six (6) months experience in concrete construction work and/or installation of storm drainage pipes.
Must possess and maintain a Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License. Employee without said license will be allowed six months from date of employment to attain this license.
Employee shall obtain the National Incident Management System ICS-100 Introduction to the Incident Command System and IS-700 National Incident Management System, An Introduction within six (6) months of employment. The following courses are designed to provide a baseline, as they introduce basic NIMS and ICS concepts and provide the foundation for higher level Emergency Operations Center (EOC), MACS, and ICS related training.
Supplemental Information
Knowledgeable in applicable laws and ordinances of the City of Sanford.
Frequently interacts directly with customers to explain stormwater system functions.
Ability to perform concrete repair and finish.
Knowledge of tools, equipment, and materials used in the maintenance, repair, and installation of concrete stormwater systems.
Ability to learn streets and locations within the service area.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to communication effectively and courteously to the public.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
While performing the essential functions of this position the employee is exposed to disagreeable weather conditions.
While performing the essential functions of this position the employee is exposed to insects, snakes, spiders, wildlife, and other environmental hazards.
THE CITY OF SANFORD IS A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE
Part of the City of Sanford's success is due to the efforts and loyalty of employees of our City. The City of Sanford offers a comprehensive benefits package to its Regular (not Temporary) employees, elected officials, and retirees. In assessing our comprehensive programs, the City has taken great care to seek a fair balance between business needs and employment security. There are many options available which afford City staff with coverage to best suit individual and family needs. In many cases, deductions are available on a pre-tax basis. The City engages in periodic Request for Proposals for benefits to ensure premiums and coverage's remain competitive and comprehensive and help provide employees with financial security. We welcome ideas and suggestions from our covered members.
City benefit offerings provide a competitive edge for employment recruitment and retention. In some cases the City funds 100% of the benefits; in most cases City subsidies are common.
Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Reimbursement Account, FRS Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off (General/Fire Employees), Paid Sick Leave/Paid Vacation Leave (Police), Bereavement Leave, Paid Military Leave, EAP Program, Short Term Disability Insurance, Paid Employee Life Insurance (1 x annual salary), Paid Holidays for most positions (# of days depends on position), Paid Jury Duty, Worker's Compensation, Social Security/Medicare (50%), Protective Safety Equipment, Uniforms.
Supplemental Benefits
Hospitality Indemnity Plan, Personal Cancer Indemnity Plan, Critical Illness,Voluntary Employee Supplemental Life Insurance, Dependent Life Insurance, 457 Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan, Short Term Disability, 10 Year Level Term Life Insurance.
Other Benefits
Fitness Center, Wellness Center for members of City's Health Insurance program, Wellness Incentive Program, Employee Assistance Program, Bi-Weekly Pay Checks, Direct Deposit, Employee Recognition Events, Free Flu Shot, Free Parking, Bi-Lingual Pay, New Hire Incentive w/Signed Agreement, Safety Incentive program.
Flexible Spending Account
Section 125 Cafeteria Plan Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) allow employees to set aside dollars on a pre-tax basis to pay for dependent day care and medical, dental, and vision expenses that are not covered by insurance. Employees can contribute up to $3,050 on a pre-tax basis for medical expenses. Dependent day care expenses are set by the IRS at a maximum of $5,000 per plan year. Employees should estimate expenses to be incurred carefully, as penalties may be imposed by the IRS. For more information please contact our benefits department.
New Hire Incentive
A. Pre-employment conditions
If an employee voluntarily executed an Employee Recruitment Incentive Program Agreement prior to the date of hire upon employment, the new employee will receive:
(i). 5% of the minimum of the newly hired employee's authorized position pay grade to be paid in the employee's initial paycheck.
(ii). 5% of the minimum of the newly hired employee's authorized position pay grade in which they were initially hired to be paid after the latter of either:

• Successful completion of the probationary period, or
• All conditions within the new employee employment letter have been fully and successfully satisfied such as, by way of example only, CDL license, plant operator license, etc.

(iii). No payment if a new employee declines to execute an Employee Recruitment Incentive Program Agreement.
B. Post-employment conditions.
If an employee voluntarily executed an Employee Recruitment Incentive Program Agreement after employment with the City and within 30 days from the date of hire, the employee will receive:
(i). 3% of the minimum of the newly hired employee's authorized position pay grade to be paid in the employee's initial paycheck.
(ii). 3% of the minimum of the newly hired employee's authorized position pay grade in which they were initially hired to be paid after the latter of either:

• Successful completion of the probationary period, or
• All conditions within the new employee employment letter have been fully and successfully satisfied such as, by way of example only, CDL license, plant operator license, etc.

C. The Employee Recruitment Incentive Program Agreement shall, at a minimum, provide that if the employee should leave City employment for any reason, whether voluntarily or involuntarily, within 36 full months after the date of hire, the employee will reimburse the City according to the following schedule:
(i). If termination is less than 12 full months of employment with the City: 100% of all incentives paid by the City to the employee shall be reimbursed to the City.
(ii). If termination is 12 months or more, but less than 24 full months of employment with the City: 75% of all incentives paid by the City to the employee shall be reimbursed to the City.
(iii). If termination is 24 months or more, but less than 36 full months of employment with the City: 50% of all incentives paid by the City to the employee shall be reimbursed to the City.
(iv). Once the 36 full month period from date of hire has expired and with the employee still employed with the City, the employee shall have no further incentives reimbursement obligations to the City.
Excludes temporary positions, positions in which the incumbent has received a new hire or recruitment incentive, all Sanford Police Department sworn personnel and Cadets as the Police Department has an existing New Hire Incentive program for its sworn personnel and Cadets, and all Sanford Fire Department positions requiring either Firefighter/EMT and Firefighter/Paramedics certifications.
01
Which of the following best describes your highest level of completed education?

• No High School Diploma and No GED
• High School or GED
• Some College
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters or Doctorate Degree

02
What best describes your current and valid State of Florida Driver's License?

• No current and valid State of Florida Driver's License.
• Currently licensed, but not in the State of Florida.
• Current and valid State of Florida Class A Driver's License.
• Current and valid State of Florida Class B Driver's License.
• Current and valid State of Florida Class E Driver's License.

03
What best describes your years of responsible experience in storm drain installations, repairs, and maintenance?

• No experience.
• 1 year, but less than 2 years of experience.
• 2 years, but less than 3 years of experience.
• 3 years, but less than 4 years of experience.
• 4 years, but less than 5 years of experience.
• 5 years of experience or greater.

04
What best describes your concrete maintenance experience?

• No experience.
• Some, but less than 6 months of experience.
• 6 months, but less than 1 year of experience.
• 1 year, but less than 2 years of experience.
• 2 years, but less than 3 years of experience.
• 3 years, but less than 4 years of experience.
• 4 years, but less than 5 years of experience.
• 5 years of experience or greater.

05
What best describes your years of experience operating both light and heavy equipment i.e. dump truck, concrete mixer, concrete saws, compressors, generators, pumps, mowers, small tools and equipment and concrete finishing tools?

• No experience.
• Some, but less than 6 months of experience.
• 6 months but, less than 1 year of experience.
• 1 year but, less than 2 years of experience.
• 2 years but, less than 3 years of experience.
• 3 years but, less than 4 years of experience.
• 4 years but, less than 5 years of experience
• 5 years of experience or greater.

06
What best describes your years of experience being on-call for emergency response to natural disaster events, significant incidents, or other public safety concerns?

• Some, but less than 1 year of experience.
• 1 year, but less than 2 years of experience.
• 2 years, but less than 3 years of experience.
• 3 years, but less than 4 years of experience.
• 4 years, but less than 5 years of experience.
• 5 years of experience or greater.

07
What best describes your years of experience in masonry work i.e. brick and block laying?

• No experience.
• 1 year, but less than 2 years of experience.
• 2 years, but less than 3 years of experience.
• 3 years, but less than 4 years of experience.
• 4 years, but less than 5 years of experience.
• 5 years of experience or greater.

08
What best describes your years of experience in carpentry work to include concrete formwork?

• No experience.
• 1 year, but less than 2 years of experience.
• 2 years, but less than 3 years of experience.
• 3 years, but less than 4 years of experience.
• 4 years, but less than 5 years experience.
• 5 years of experience or greater.

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