Log In
Sign Up
Job Summary:
This position is responsible for performing general and preventative maintenance work, repair, and construction of the city’s sewer system.
Essential Job Functions:
- Performs inspections and assists backflow prevention staff in cross connection control tasks.
- Connects and disconnects meters.
- Installs and makes repairs to services and service lines.
- Ensures that valves are turned for maintenance and repair.
- Ensures that hydrants are properly maintained.
- Cleans around meters that are covered by debris or dirt.
- Maintains and submits forms and records as needed.
- Installs, maintains, and repairs sewer taps, sewer lines, sewer valves, and manhole rings and covers.
· Utilizes hand-held manual, air and gas-powered tools and equipment in the performance of duties (i.e., pipe wrenches, pipe cutters, saws, cement mixers, air compressors, tapping machines, pipe threaders).
- Participates in restoring work sites to serviceable condition (i.e., repairing asphalt and concrete, and filling holes).
- Reads and interprets sewer maps, blueprint, construction plans, and as-built drawings.
- Repairs leaks, stoppages, lines, and valves.
- Adheres to work schedule and attendance requirements.
- Adheres to all safety rules and regulations.
- Performs other duties as directed and required.
- Must create a positive public image as a representative of the city.
Required Qualification(s):
High school diploma or GED obtained. Drive license required.
Preferred/Desirable Qualification(s):
Two (2) years experience in installation and maintenance of sewer systems or related field. Prior governmental experience.
Special Requirement(s):
May require additional licenses and certifications such as Class A CDL, wastewater collections, and Maintenance of Traffic (M.O.T.) Certification. CPR certified or ability to obtain certification.
An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be substituted for the minimum requirements.
Applications may be obtained by visiting the City’s website at www.defuniaksprings.net or City Hall, 71 US Hwy 90 West, DeFuniak Springs, Florida 32433. For more information, please contact the human resources department at 850-892-8500×119.
The City of DeFuniak Springs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA Employer/Drug Free Workplace. The City provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, or service in the military.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $27,040.00 – $50,583.91 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
Work Location: One location
