Water Distribution Operator Trainee
Clearwater, Florida
Employer: Transforce
Industry:
Salary: $40020.75 per year
Job type: Full-Time
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.
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:
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.
Knowledge of -
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.
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.
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.
Knowledge of -
- Common hand and power tools
- Pipes and fittings
- Equipment maintenance practices and methods
- 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
Created: 2024-09-14
Reference: UkMKbIs63KB3
Country: United States
State: Florida
City: Clearwater
ZIP: 33755
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