WS Utility Service Technician 1

Job Title: Water and Sewer Technician This field position involves general maintenance, construction, or labor activities in the water and sewer department. This position is under the direct supervision of the Utilities Supervisor or designee. Essential Job Functions include: Installation, repair and maintenance of potable water infrastructure including but not necessarily limited to the following: Pipe, fittings, valves, service lateral, water meters, etc. Installation, repair and maintenance of sanitary sewer infrastructure including but not necessarily limited to the following: Pipe, fittings, manholes, pump stations, force mains, gravity sewer mains, sewer laterals, etc. Customer Service functions such as meter reading, work orders including on and off orders, testing meters for accuracy including flow and pressure tests, and accurately completing appropriate forms. Set up and operation of various pumps as necessary. Forming, mixing, pouring and finishing concrete for but not limited to the following: Thrust blocks, sidewalks replacement, valve rings, manholes, etc. Cleaning assigned vehicle inside and out; checking vehicle lighting, emergency lighting, flashers, wipers, etc. in accordance with standard list and safety protocol; maintaining safety equipment in assigned vehicle, i.e. cones, first aid kits, etc. Completing all required reports, whether paper or computerized, in a timely manner. Minimum Qualifications: Technician I: Water and Sewer entry level field position; general maintenance, construction, or labor activities in the water and sewer department. Education: HS Diploma or GED. Experience: 6 months heavy construction experience, preferably in underground utilities. Licenses: Valid Fl DL, Class B CDL and Ability to obtain the DEP Distribution System Operator Class 3 Certification. Technician II: Skilled, mechanical position involving installing, cleaning, testing, and repairing of water meters and water services. Education: HS Diploma or GED. Experience: 2 years min city experience, or 2 years general w/s operations / construction experience or combination. Competencies: Knowledge of w/s fittings and proper installation of fittings, knowledge of city streets, layout and addressing, knowledge of materials and meters used in the maintenance, testing, repair of water meter service lines and ability to use independent judgement, respond to and change priorities to meet service demands and emergencies. Licenses: Valid Fl DL and Class B CDL FL Class 3 Water Distribution System Operators Certificate. Technician III: Highly skilled, mechanical position involving installing, cleaning, testing, and repairing of water meters and water services. Education: HS Diploma or GED. Experience: 3 years city water/sewer experience or general w/s operations/construction experience, or combination. Competencies: 3 years city water/sewer experience or general w/s operations/construction experience, or combination, knowledge of w/s fittings and proper installation of fittings, knowledge of city streets, layout and addressing, and knowledge of materials and meters used in the maintenance, testing, repair of water meter service lines. Ability to use independent judgement, respond to and change priorities to meet service demands and emergencies, may work alone or with an assigned crew consisting of one to three other individuals; must assess and be able to call out situations quickly and responds to afterhours calls for service and line breaks; is the on-site lead with any water system operations or maintenance activities that may affect water quality with the city's service area. Licenses: Valid Fl DL and Class B CDL FL Class 2 Water Distribution System Operators Certificate. Supplemental Information: Work Environment: This position, in conjunction with current city operations, normally works a four ten-hour day work week from Monday through Thursday. This position is an "essential employee" and is required to report for work for any declared emergency or major disaster. This position is required to be in the "on-call" rotation, responding to citizen calls for service after hours. This position is assigned tasks to complete outdoors, in the field, from work orders or under direction of Field and Facilities Supervisor or designee. These tasks are completed in all types of weather, including adverse weather conditions. This position works with a crew consisting of one to three other individuals and may on occasion work alone. This position uses hand tools and operates gasoline and diesel-powered equipment. All equipment is provided; some tools are shared. Residency Requirements: No residency requirement; assigned a city cell phone. Safety Equipment: Supplied with and required to use cones, barricades, fire extinguishers, first aid kits, hard hat, traffic safety vest, safety glasses, ear protectors (ear muffs or plugs) and gloves, back support belt and other protective garments. Toe reinforced and puncture proof footwear is required, and the cost is reimbursed in accordance with city policy. City Vehicle: Assigned a work vehicle for use during working hours. Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (i.e.: emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technological developments). Other Position Information: FLSA Status: Non-Exempt The City of Belleview offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees. To view the complete Benefits Guide, click here. Our Benefits At the City of Belleview, we are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial security. Here's what you can expect when you join our team: Retirement Plan Automatic Contribution: We provide an automatic 7.5% contribution to your retirement plan. Matching Contribution: We will contribute an additional.5% for each 1% you contribute toward retirement until a maximum city contribution of 10% is reached, helping you build a secure financial future. Health and Wellness Medical Insurance: Choose from a variety of medical plans to fit your needs. Dental and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage to keep you healthy. Life Insurance and AD&D Coverage: Enjoy peace of mind with life insurance coverage at no or minimal cost. Paid Time Off (PTO) Enjoy generous PTO including vacation, sick leave, and holidays to ensure you have the time away from work for your personal matters. Additional Perks Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP): We know everyone can use some extra support at times. We're pleased to offer all employees to a range of confidential services for personal and work-related issues through our EAP. Wellness Programs: From daily-step competitions to healthy living newsletters and wellness lunch events, we work with our team to promote a healthier lifestyle and continued level of well-being. When you join us at the City of Belleview you can take advantage of these benefits, and more, that are designed to help you thrive both personally and professionally. Your future starts here!

Created: 2026-03-15