Reclaimed Distribution Technician I

Please note that applications must be completed and submitted by 11 : 59 pm ET on the day prior to the close date listed on the job posting.

Mission : Provide Superior Services that Inspire Community Pride

Vision : To be the Community of Choice in Tampa Bay

Values : Integrity, Collaboration, Passion, Creativity

Largo's commitment to a High Performance Organization (HPO) model builds a flexible and resilient organization that intentionally builds leadership capacity at all levels of the organization.

CITY OF LARGO ... Naturally A Great Place to Work!

Closing : Continuous

Salary : 19.23 hourly rate

Job Summary :

We are seeking a dedicated and motivated individual to join our team in a progressively intensive role involving semi-skilled and skilled labor. This position focuses on the production, treatment, storage, transmission, and distribution of reclaimed water.

Key Responsibilities :

Perform tasks associated with reclaimed water operations, including system maintenance and monitoring.

Assist in ensuring the efficient treatment and distribution of reclaimed water.

Operate equipment and tools necessary for production and storage processes.

Follow safety protocols and adhere to environmental regulations.

Collaborate with the Utilities Foreman and team members to maintain system functionality.

This position operates under the direct supervision of a Utilities Foreman, with opportunities for learning and growth within the role. Come and join our amazing team!

Starting Salary is $19.23 with room for growth!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

All employees share components of leadership, management, technical, and team skills to assist in making the City of Largo the community of choice in Tampa Bay.

Leadership

• Demonstrates an understanding and reflection of the City's mission, vision, and values and a commitment to achieve organizational goals aligned with the City's strategic plan
• Champions a high-performance work culture that encourages and embraces new ideas, develops individuals and welcomes and encourages diverse perspectives
• Articulates strategic and innovative thinking and provides clarity to deliver superior services
• Approaches the job with enthusiasm and curiosity to promote a solutions-oriented work culture

Management

Technical

TECHNICIAN I

TECHNICIAN II (ALL OF THE ABOVE, AND : )

SENIOR (ALL OF THE ABOVE, AND : )

Team Skills

Performs related work as required.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE STATUS : As a condition of employment, City of Largo employees will be required to work as directed during an undeclared and / or a declared emergency. All employees are subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations, which may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the normal work location, and may include duties other than those specified in the official job description.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience :

TECHNICIAN I : Certified Reclaimed Inspector within two (2) years of hire; demonstrated general knowledge of reclaimed water systems; Forklift certification; FWPCOA "C" license plus one (1) year experience with reclaimed water systems

TECHNICIAN II : FWPCOA "B" license plus two (2) years experience as a Reclaimed Distribution Technician I

SENIOR : FWPCOA "B" license plus five (5) years experience with reclaimed water systems and six (6) months experience as a City of Largo Reclaimed Distribution Technician; must achieve FWPCOA "A" license within one (1) year from the time of license availability

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

TECHNICIAN I : Knowledge of fittings, piping, and valves; intermediate knowledge of valve locations and maintenance; general knowledge of bleach system maintenance; intermediate knowledge of trenchless procedures (excavation and directional boring); general knowledge of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) operations and maintenance, pump maintenance and repair

TECHNICIAN II : Advanced knowledge of SCADA operations and maintenance; advanced knowledge of reclaimed water system, pump maintenance, and repair

SENIOR : Proficient in Work Asset Management System (WAMS) requirements pertaining to reclaimed water

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work Environment : 10% inside a climate-controlled building; 90% outside, including driving.

Physical Requirements : The essential functions of the job require : sitting approximately two (2) hours per day, standing approximately four (4) hours per day, and walking approximately two (2) hours per day. The job also requires frequent bending / stooping, grasping, and kneeling. The work occasionally requires climbing a ladder, fine manipulations, pulling, pushing, reaching, and lifting / carrying objects weighing up to 44 pounds. On rare occasions, the work requires lifting / carrying more than 45 pounds.

Sensory Requirements : Hearing : Ability to detect proper equipment operation, detect alarms, and understand what others are saying in normal conversation and on the telephone. Speaking : Ability to communicate orally with others and speak effectively on the phone. Seeing : Ability to see and read computer monitor screens, operate a vehicle and equipment, and read normal print.

Driving Requirements : The work requires driving and possession of a valid Florida CDL Class "B" driver's license.

Technology : The work requires the ability to operate telephones, smartphones, tablets, photocopiers, printers, desktop and / or laptop computers, calculators, and all associated software.

Other Machines : The work requires the ability to operate dump trucks, bobcat excavators, and backhoes.

Tools : The work requires proficiency with shovels, crescent and pipe wrenches, ratchets, hammers, electric and gas saws, pump pliers, tubing cutters, drills, cement mixers, vacuum machines, and power gate turners.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION :

Yes - DRUG TESTING (Safety Sensitive)

No - CHILDCARE FINGERPRINTING

No - CREDIT CHECK

No - FDLE AND CJSTC SECURITY CLEARANCE : As mandated by the FDLE, CJSTC, and the Largo Police Department, this position may be subject to additional security clearances due to access to the police department facility or police department's electronic data.

Salary : $19