Wastewater Collection System Lead

Wastewater Maintenance Technician

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General Function : Manual labour with limited supervisory responsibility; a Collection System Lead supervises and participates in the work activities of the Maintenance Mechanics and Technicians. Work is generally not of a specialised nature, work is frequently repetitive and routine in nature. The employee is required to exercise considerable individual initiative and independent judgement in the planning of work, have technical knowledge, and must have the ability to apply independent judgement in the completion of assignments. Work assignments are detailed and specific as to the task to be completed. The employee also directs and supervises a group or groups of employees performing a variety of labour tasks related to assigned duties. Work is evaluated by observation of work in progress and review of completed tasks.

Reports To : Division Supervisor

Supervisory Responsibility : As assigned

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Safeguards all assigned equipment.
• Performs all work in compliance with rules and regulations.
• Proper utilization of the assigned crew(s) and equipment.
• Reports to the Supervisor all repairs and malfunctions of vehicles and equipment assigned and assigned crew(s) daily performance.
• Supervises and trains employees as assigned.
• Operates heavy equipment when necessary for the completion of tasks.
• Maintains inventory of parts and tools on service vehicles in order to accomplish routine and emergency repairs.
• Reports possible health / safety hazards to supervisor.
• Performs job duties in compliance with safety rules and standards.
• Ability to cross train with other sections.
• Responds to complaints and inquiries.
• Installs and repairs water / wastewater mains, service laterals, taps, water mains, manholes, pumps, and boxes, flushes water mains and maintains lift stations.
• Prepares and maintains records, reports, new installations, and daily work logs.
• Locate and mark water and sewer lines.

Type of Appointment / Work hours : Full-time / Regular in-person position. Standard workweek, which is forty (40) hours of work per week consisting of five (5) days of eight (8) hours per day or four (4) days of ten (10) hours per day. The workday may be varied for the efficient delivery of public service. Will be required to work other than the standard workweek on occasion, including evenings, weekends, and / or holidays. Will be required to work occasional overtime or shift assignments, if applicable.

Requirements :

Physical and Environmental Demands or Conditions : The physical and environmental demands for this position have been listed on the last page of this description. Physical and environmental demands must be met to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position.

Core Competencies :

Work Authorization / Security Clearance : The employee must successfully pass a background screening process and comply with the City's Drug-Free Workplace policy. The City will also verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired so the proper completion of Form I-9 is required, which includes the employee providing documents evidencing identity and employment authorization.

Equal Opportunity Statement : The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Qualifying individuals with disabilities may be provided reasonable accommodations to enable them to perform the essential functions. Veteran's Preference Policy : In accordance with Florida Statute 295.07, F.S., Chapter 55A-7, the City of Homestead complies with Florida law by providing Veterans' Preference in hiring. Qualified applicants, including veterans, spouses, widows / widowers, parents of service members, and current reserve or National Guard members, may receive hiring priority if they meet minimum qualifications and can perform the duties required. Veterans' Preference includes additional points on exams, prioritized placement on employment lists, and education waivers for certain qualified individuals. This preference ensures eligible candidates are considered fairly at all stages of the hiring process. For questions, contact the Human Resources Department.