The purpose of this classification is to perform skilled manual field work including construction, maintenance, and repair of storm drainage systems and/or water distribution systems and to operate related equipment, in compliance with Local/State/Federal standards, guidelines and laws.

Salary Information:

Please see minimum qualifications section to determine which position you qualify for.

Utility Worker Trainee: $43,231.19

Utility Worker I: $45,392.75

Utility Worker II: $48,573.25

Employees must provide courteous, professional customer service, and are required to provide prompt 24-hour response to various emergency and non-emergency situations. Employees are expected to work in all types of weather conditions, and where hazardous conditions may exist.

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the nature of the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Performs manual work involving tasks associated with construction, maintenance, and repair of the water distribution system as required to maintain integrity and reliability to the potable water system, maintain distribution system water quality and ensure sufficient distribution system water pressure. Performs manual work involving tasks associated with construction, maintenance, and repair of storm drainage systems as required to maintain integrity and function of infrastructure to minimize flooding and provide enhanced water quality of stormwater runoff.

Perform necessary tasks with knowledge of and in compliance with local, state, and federal laws, regulations and standards for water distribution and stormwater systems. Utilize materials, tools, equipment and safety practices as required to perform the work safely and avoid occupational hazards. .

Operates a variety of equipment and machinery including but not limited to backhoes, skid steers, loaders, dump trucks, tractors, pumps, generators, vacuum trailers, and air compressors.

Routine use of various hand tools and specialized tools, including but not limited to water main tapping machines, pneumatic tools, and transits.

Duties of in this position may include but not be limited to the following:

Perform installation, maintenance, repair, and relocation of fire hydrants

Install, locate, exercise, and repair water valves.

Install new water mains and water services.

Performs taps on existing water mains.

Repair damaged water mains and water services.

Repair, adjust, and relocate water services.

Install, repair, and replace water meters and meter boxes.

Install and maintain distribution sample stations and auto flushers.

Restore or coordinate the restoration of swales, lawns, landscaping, sidewalks, driveways, and roads as a result of repair work.

Implement MOT as needed, including but not limited to flagging, installation, and removal of MOT devices.

Water distribution system flushing, sampling and residual testing.

Install, inspect, maintain, and repair storm structures, manholes, pipes, culverts, outfalls, check valves, swales, ditches, ponds, retention areas, and detention areas.

Inspect, monitor, and document stormwater systems for compliance with various Local/State/Federal programs.

Complete work order documentation for all associated assignments/tasks utilizing I-pads, computers, and software programs as required.

Cross training between water distribution and stormwater systems with opportunity to become dual licensed/certified.

Perform related work as required.

Assist other Utility divisions and Town departments as required.

Utility Worker Trainee:

High school diploma or GED

Must be able to obtain and maintain valid Level 3 Distribution System Operators License within 2 years of start date, and Class C Stormwater Certification within 3 years.

A valid Florida driver’s license is required. For application purposes, a valid driver’s license from any state (equivalent to a State of Florida Class E) may be utilized with the ability to obtain the State of Florida driver’s license within thirty (30) days from date of employment.

Utility Worker I:

High school diploma or GED.

Possession of a Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Level 3 Distribution System Operators License and one (1) year prior experience repairing and maintaining a community water distribution system

OR

Possession of a Class C Stormwater Certification issued by the Florida Water and Pollution Control Operators Association (FWPCOA) and one (1) year prior experience repairing and maintaining stormwater drainage systems.

Valid Florida driver’s license is required. For application purposes, a valid driver’s license from any state (equivalent to a State of Florida Class E) may be utilized with the ability to obtain the State of Florida driver’s license within thirty (30) days from date of employment.

Utility Worker II:

High school diploma or GED.

Possession of a Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Level 2 Distribution System Operators License and three (3) year prior experience repairing and maintaining a community water distribution system

OR

Possession of a Class B Stormwater Certification issued by the Florida Water and Pollution Control Operators Association (FWPCOA) and three (3) year prior experience repairing and maintaining stormwater drainage systems.

Valid Florida driver’s license is required. For application purposes, a valid driver’s license from any state (equivalent to a State of Florida Class E) may be utilized with the ability to obtain the State of Florida driver’s license within thirty (30) days from date of employment.

Data Utilization: Requires the ability to calculate and/or tabulate data. Includes performing subsequent actions in relation to these computational operations.

Human Interaction: Requires the ability to provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others regarding the application of procedures and standards to specific situations.

Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate and control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools and/or materials requiring complex and rapid adjustments.

Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference and descriptive data and information.

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 judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving evaluation of information against measurable or verifiable criteria.

ADA COMPLIANCE

Physical Ability: Must be able to perform sustained manual labor in outdoor environments for extended periods, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling objects ranging from 20 to 70 lbs; bending, stooping, kneeling, and working in confined spaces; and operating hand and power tools.

Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, depth, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature, and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, bright/dim light, toxic agents, disease, or pathogenic substances. Work is performed primarily outdoors and requires sustained physical exertion in varying weather and environmental conditions.

The Town of Jupiter, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Town will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.