Pipeline Repair Technician

The City of Haines City is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants for all positions equally without regard to their race, sex, age, color, religion, creed, national origin, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. The City of Haines City is a Drug-Free Workplace. Applicants who complete the initial screening process will be required to complete a pre-employment drug screen and physical. Police Department applicants will also be required to take a Polygraph Examination. All information provided by an applicant will be verified for truthfulness and accuracy if a conditional offer of employment is made. Applications and other submitted documents are considered public records.

Salary range is provided to show the min to max compensation for a position. It is not the basis for or guarantee of a starting salary.

Position Function :

Under the direction of the Utilities Maintenance Supervisor, performs duties necessary to support the Maintenance Division installing, maintaining, repairing, and / or modifying water pipelines, mains, wells, flush boxes, meters, and hydrants; and wastewater pipelines, mains, and manholes.

Essential Duties :

• Performs duties necessary to support the Maintenance Division installing, maintaining, repairing, and / or modifying water pipelines, mains, wells, flush boxes, meters, and hydrants. Duties included, but were not limited to, repairing and / or installing meters; distribution system line flushing; tapping mains; repairing and / or installing fire hydrants; backflow testing and protection; repair and installation of various pipelines. Responsible for assisting with line locates.
• Performs duties necessary to support the Maintenance Division installing, maintaining, repairing, and / or modifying wastewater pipelines, mains, systems, and manholes. Duties include, but are not limited to, video inspection and recording of lines; line flushing; backflow testing and protection, and line installation, maintenance, and repair. Responsible for assisting with line locates.
• Performs heavy equipment operations in a safe and efficient manner.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Environment :

Duties are performed primarily within an outdoor environment or setting. Exposure to electrical and chemical hazards; odor; sewage; blood-borne pathogens; vibration; loud noise; inclement weather; and dust, allergens, and mold.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :

• Required knowledge and experience are normally obtained through the completion of a curriculum resulting in either a High School Diploma or GED, and one (1) to three (3) years works work-related experience in Construction, Plumbing, Pipeline Repair and Maintenance, or related field is required.
• Water Distribution Operator license and Wastewater Collections certification are required within two (2) years of employment.
• Must exhibit attention to detail, accuracy, and safety.
• Must be able to communicate and present yourself professionally.
• Must be able to understand and comprehend technical instructions and manuals.
• Ability to read, interpret, and understand schematics, blueprints, and mechanical drawings / renderings.
• Ability to understand and follow written or verbal instructions and / or directions.
• Ability to read, write, and keep logbooks, inventory records, logbooks, purchase orders, and work requests.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working and professional relationships with City employees officials, and the general public.
• Ability to work under high demands, short time constraints, and pressure in a fast-paced work environment.
• Ability to be on-call and call-out.
• Ability to properly operate heavy equipment.
• Thorough knowledge of pipeline repair and installation.
• Thorough knowledge of workplace safety practices and procedures, including but not limited to, lockout / tagout, trench safety and construction, sewer gas safety, etc.

Other Requirements :

• Must possess a Valid Florida Class B Commercial driver's license.
• Must pass applicable pre-employment testing and background and credit checks.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT :

This position may be required to report for work when a declaration of emergency has been declared in Polk County.