Water Distribution Operator Trainee

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Clearwater, FL
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 2024-00088
Department: Public Utilities
Opening Date: 12/07/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
THE CITY OF CLEARWATER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Position Description
Entry Salary $40,020.75
POSITION OPEN CONTINUOUSLY - WILL FILL AS NEEDED
Under direct supervision, the Water Distribution Operator Trainee participates in and performs daily training activities in the role of a Water Distribution Operator Trainee. Maintains Water Distribution systems, and performs minor repairs, installations, and tests.
Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions: -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Participates in extensive training and education regarding the Water Distribution system and all equipment and general operations; works under direct supervision and acquires skills through on the job training.
• Makes daily operational checks and performs maintenance for all components of the Water Distribution systems.
• Performs installations, repair, and maintenance of water mains, meters, and line extensions within the City.
• Maintains hydrants, valves, water meters, backflow water meters, and service lines; performs minor repairs, installations, and testing of equipment under direct supervision.
• Removes dirt, concrete, blacktop, and other materials; digs ditches for laying pipe by use of a trenching machine, backhoe, or manually; assists installing line and laying pipe.
• Makes, creates, and assists in the development of taps for new water mains and extensions; installs and replaces fittings and performs minor repair work on damaged pipe.
• Cleans, paints, and maintains, fire hydrants, water meters, backflow devices and Water Distribution appurtenances and surrounding areas.
• Locates water lines and sewer lines; uses shut-off valves, repairs leaks, and replaces gate valves, fire hydrants, and other appurtenances.
• Installs, tests, and repairs water meters and backflow prevention devices and related equipment.
• Provides assistance and receives training from welder and other tradesworkers in the shop or field.
• This position may be required to stay after hours (on occasion) to help complete work under the direction of a Lead, Foreman or Supervisor.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment:
A valid State driver's license is required.
Obtain and maintain Florida Department of Environmental Protection Water Distribution Operator 3 License within 2 years of hire date.
Obtain a Commercial Learners Permit (CLP) within their probationary period (6 months from hire date). Obtain and maintain Class A CDL within 2 years of hire date.
This position is required to operate the below equipment, machines, tools, and other work aides:
Backhoe, light dump truck, double diaphragm pump, walk behind cut saw, hand held cut saw, plate compactor, jumping jack, 90 lb. jackhammer, hand tools, atlas and handheld radio.
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma, High School Equivalency Diploma, or G.E.D Certificate AND (1) year of experience as a semi-skilled laborer in the maintenance and construction field; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
Supplemental Information
Knowledgeof -

• Common hand and power tools
• Pipes and fittings
• Equipment maintenance practices and methods

Skill in -

• Learning equipment common to waterworks and sanitary construction
• Performing basic repairs and maintenance
• Operating motorized equipment
• Reading and interpreting atlases, plans, and specifications
• Learning, interpreting and applying various regulations and codes
• Applying mechanical and mathematical aptitude
• Seeing numbers and demarcations on gauges or dials
• Understanding and interpreting complex policies, protocols, and procedures

FULL TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE:
Health and Wellness initiatives • 100% employee health care coverage • Option for dependent health care • Life Insurance • Optional Dental, Vision, AFLAC • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Retirement -General Employee Pension Plan • Voluntary Tax-deferred 457 Plan • Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans • Competitive Salaries • Tuition assistance • Training and development opportunities • Travel compensation • Military leave • Bereavement leave • Discount coupons • Service and employee recognition awards
PART TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE:
Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Competitive hourly rates • Flexible schedules • Training and development opportunities • Discount coupons • Service and employee recognition awards
SEASONAL, VARIABLE, TEMPORARY, EMERGENCY EMPLOYEES RECEIVE NO BENEFITS.
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What is your highest level of education?

• Masters Degree or higher
• Bachelors Degree
• Associates Degree
• High School Diploma or GED Certificate
• Completion of 10th grade
• Less than 10th grade education

02
What level of Driver's License do you currently possess?

• CDL A
• CDL B
• Regular (E)
• ID Only
• Out of State
• None of the above

03
How many years of experience do you have as a semi-skilled laborer in maintenance or construction field?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year exp.
• 1-2 years experience
• 2-3 years experience
• 3-4 years experience
• 4-5 years experience
• 5+ years experience

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