Utilities Network Crewmember

Build Your Future with the City of Boca Raton!At the City of Boca Raton, a career in public service is more than a job — it’s your chance to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant and sustainable coastal community. Driven by our core values of Fairness, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Trust, we are committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel appreciated, inspired, and supported.Why Boca Raton?As the second largest city in Palm Beach County, the City of Boca Raton offers robust benefits to their employees:Health Insurance Benefits: No-cost employee Medical, Dental & Vision plansGenerous Paid Time Off: 12 paid holidays + vacation, sick, and 3 floating holidaysContinuous Service Benefit: Paid out annually after 5 years of serviceWork-Life Balance: Flexible work scheduleRetirement Plans: Two pension/retirement options to choose fromWhether you're starting out or looking to take your public service career to the next level, the City of Boca Raton offers the tools, resources, and culture to help you succeed.Apply now and join the city that’s building careers and shaping a stronger tomorrow!General Statement Of JobPerforms intermediate semiskilled work in the installation, inspection, repair, and maintenance of water and sewer lines and appurtenances and/or lift station equipment; does related work as required. Work is performed under general supervision.Essential FunctionsWorks as part of a crew that inspects, installs, repairs and/or replaces, maintains, and constructs water and sewer lines, lift station appurtenances, and related facilities;Repairs and replaces fire hydrants;Repairs and replaces valves;Repairs manholes;Locates and raises meters and valves;Installs, replaces, and removes water meters;Televises sewer lines and documents information;Reviews sewer videos for infiltration, blockages, deflections, breaks, and lateral information;Repairs and maintains pumps, valves, blowers, filters, screens, emergency motors, generators, and other equipment;Pulls pumps and replaces seals and impellers;Repairs line leaks; installs meters; replaces box rim lids; removes water meters for nonpayment of bills;Changes meters; repairs meter leaks; performs water pressure tests;Locates lines and main service lines for contractors and other utility companies; andPicks up supplies and materials; stocks truck with parts and supplies.Dislodge sewer line blockages;Performs landscaping and surface restoration at job site;May operate trucks, tapping machines, TV line equipment, and other equipment in connection with above tasks;Installs backflow prevention devices on water meters;Inform residents and customers of precautionary boil water notices;Conducts fire hydrant flushing;Paints interior and exterior of lift stations;Reads utility plans and atlases;May be required to work overtime and/or be on call;Documents work activities;Reads meters and gauges;Perform confined space entry; andPerforms related tasks as required. Staff Assigned To Training DutiesAssist in developing and conducting backhoe training for team members;Assist in new hire orientation;Assist in developing and conducting annual and competency training;Assist in competency evaluations;Assist with periodic vehicle inspection reviews; andAssist with periodic inventory counts.Must have at least 5 years of related city experience.Knowledge, Skills And AbilitiesGeneral knowledge of the tools, materials, and equipment used in the installation, replacement, maintenance, and repair of water and sewer lines;General knowledge of a variety of maintenance and manual tasks involved in the installation, maintenance, repair, and replacement of water and sewer lines and appurtenances;General knowledge of the repair and maintenance of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical components of lift stations;General knowledge of the use of common hand and power tools;Some knowledge of the safe use and operation and preventive maintenance of common automotive and mechanical equipment;Ability to follow oral and written directions; ability to perform manual and semiskilled labor for extended periods, often under adverse conditions.Minimum And Preferred QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent is requiredAny educational achievement obtained during the first twelve (12) months of employment must meet the standards recognized by the FDEP for eligibility to sit for the Water Distribution Operator’s examination administered by the State of Florida. Failure to obtain the required educational qualification within the first twelve (12) months of employment will result in unsuccessfully completing the required probationary period. Preferred QualificationsExperience in maintenance, repair and/or construction of water and/or sewer lines and/or lift stations maintenance preferred.Special RequirementsValid Florida Driver’s LicenseAbstained from the use of cigarettes, cigars, and other tobacco products for at least one year prior to their date of hire and shall abstain from the use of tobacco products at all times during the period of their employment with the City while both on and off duty.POST-OFFER BACKGROUND REQUIREMENTS:The Background Check Process For This Position May IncludeCriminal Background CheckEmployment VerificationMotor Vehicles Report (MVR) CheckWorkers' CompensationPhysicalDrug and Alcohol ScreenThe City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity, Inclusive, Veteran's Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace. It is the policy of the City of Boca Raton to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. City Of Boca Raton - Benefits SummarySEIU EmployeesANNUAL LEAVE: Shall accrue prior to an employee attaining permanent status in the classified service and may be used after six (6) months of employment at the sole discretion of the Department Head, but it shall not be paid out upon resignation or termination unless the employee has attained permanent status (one full year). The maximum accrual is 360 hours.0 to 5 full years 8 hours per month5 to 10 full years 10 hours per month10 to 15 full years 12 hours per month15 years and over 14 hours per monthCASH OUT OF ANNUAL LEAVE: Employees who have attained permanent status shall be permitted to cash out up to forty (40) hours of accrued and unused Annual Leave, either in a single lump sum payment or two or more partial payments, each fiscal year., each fiscal year.SICK LEAVE: 8 hours per month. Any hours in excess of 960 will be paid off annually at 50%. Upon retirement, employees with a minimum of 5 years continuous service will receive 50% of sick leave balance. Termination for reasons other than retirement shall be entitled to payment for accrued, but unused sick leave, as follows:Continuous years of service PercentageLess than 2 full years 0%2 to 5 full years 10%5 to 10 full years 20%10 full years or more 30%Retirement (normal, early or disability) 50%HEALTH INSURANCE (Premiums): Employee Medical (Base Plan) - Paid 100% by City. Employee contributions are required for the buy up employee coverage plans. Employee contributions are required for Employee Dental and Vision Plans, as well as Dependent(s) Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans.CONTINUOUS SERVICE BENEFIT: Continuous Service is determined on December 1st of each year. Payment is issued during the month of December based upon years of service as follows:5 to 10 full years $600 annually10 to 15 full years $800 annually15 full years and over $1,000 annuallyRETIREMENT PLANS: The two pension/retirement options are listed below:The option to enroll in a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan. The Defined Contribution Plan will not require a mandatory contribution on your part. The City will contribute seven (7%) percent of your annual base wages to this plan. The vesting period for this plan shall be one (1) year from your date of hire in the classified service, which coincides with your one-year probationary period.An option to enroll in a Defined Benefit Plan option available to you that will have a ten (10) year vesting period with a multiplier of 2.00% at normal retirement and a mandatory seven and three-quarters (7.75%) percent contribution.The two (2) options will be fully explained to you prior to your selection.Optional: 457 Deferred Compensation Savings Plan is available.HOLIDAYS: 15 per year: 12 recognized holidays and 3 floating holidays which are allocated for the fiscal year starting October 1, to all 8 hour per day employees. Employees hired between October 1 and March 31 shall receive 3 floating holidays. Employees hired between April 1 and September 30 shall receive 1 floating holiday. Non-task employees working 10-hour days receive 10, 10-hour paid holidays but do not receive floating holidays.FUNERAL LEAVE: Up to 3 workdays - In State Up to 5 workdays - Out of StatePERFORMANCE EVALUATION: A performance review(s) is given to new hires during the first year of employment and an annual review on their anniversary date. Every employee is evaluated on their anniversary date. The current ratings are: Requires Improvement, Meets Expectations, Exceeds Expectations, and Significantly Exceeds Expectations.TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Full-time employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement as outlined in the City’s Tuition Reimbursement Policy which is available in Human Resources and subject to the availability of departmental funds.MILITARY LEAVE: Members in military reserve units who attend annual training are entitled to paid leave not to exceed 30 days each calendar year.EAP: Employees, spouses, and eligible dependents have access to five (5) face-to-face sessions with a counselor through Cigna's Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Services include assistance with legal, financial, parenting, elder care, pet care, and identity theft.01Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?YesNo02What is the highest level of education you have completed? NOTE: You must attach proof (diploma or degree or transcripts) of highest education completed with your application. Failure to do so may result in your application being marked as incomplete and removed from consideration.Less than High SchoolHigh School Diploma or GEDTrade or Vocational SchoolAssociates Degree or 60 credits of college coursesBachelors DegreeMasters Degree03What area of study is your education?04How much experience in maintenance, repair and/or construction of water and/or sewer lines and/or lift station maintenance do you possess?I have no previous experienceLess than 1 year of experience.1 but less than 2 years of experience.2 but less than 3 years of experience.3 years or more05Tell us about your experience in the maintenance, repair and/or construction of water and/or sewer lines and/or lift station maintenance. This experience must be clearly listed on your application. NOTE: "See Resume" will not be considered as a valid response. If no previous experience, please state "N/A"06Do you possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license - or are you able to obtain within thirty (30) days of hire?Yes, I have a valid Florida driver's licenseNo, I do not have a Florida driver's license but can obtain within thirty (30) days of hireNo, I do not have a Florida driver's license and cannot obtain within thirty (30) days of hire07Have you used tobacco products (including cigarettes, cigars, pipe tobacco, chewing tobacco, and snuff) or electronic cigarettes (according to the CDC electronic cigarette is defined as "e-cigs," "e-hookahs," "mods," "vape pens," "vapes," "vaping", "tank systems," and "electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS)" within the last 12 months from the date of application?Yes, I have used tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes in the last 12 months from the date of application.No, I have not used tobacco products or e-cigarettes in the last 12 months from the date of application. Required Question