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Salary: $22.63 HourlyLocation : Lauderhill, FLJob Type: Part TImeJob Number: 2024-0722Department: Utilities NewOpening Date: 07/22/2024Closing Date: ContinuousDescriptionUnder limited supervision, coordinates and directs the activities of personnel engaged in the Utilities Department's underground maintenance and construction projects. Ensures thorough and efficient completion of assignments and reviews work of subordinates for completeness and accuracy. Performs related duties as directed. Examples of Duties Visits sites where emergency situations may exist; checks on type of emergency conditions, the responsible party, and corrective actions needed.Informs other City departments or agencies of conditions that exist that need corrective measures; schedules crews to make conditions safe until corrective measures can be made.Responds to after-hours emergency calls, responds as a member of the severe weather/hurricane response crew.Receives reviews, prepares and/or submits various records and reports including purchase requisitions (utilizing the City's computerized purchase order system), daily schedules, work orders, construction drawings, zoning maps, monthly reports, daily log, etc.Purchases equipment and supplies adhering to the City's Purchasing Policy.Tests City water for Chlorine Levels.Operates a variety of equipment such as motorized vehicles, backhoe, front-loader, valve exercise machine, compactor, vactor, power tools, hand tools, telephone, two-way radio, and computer and utilizes the City's work order management system to track work performed by staff.Locates valves throughout the city using the City G.I.S. mapping program.Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as City supervisors and employees, engineers, contractors and utility customers.Complies with all OSHA regulations, City policies and safety requirements.Ensures that fellow co-workers are employing appropriate safety measures and are in compliance with safety rules and regulations. Minimum Training and ExperienceHigh school diploma or GED supplemented by a minimum three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in water or wastewater system maintenance, plumbing, utilities construction; or an equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Experience operating backhoe and installing water main pipe is preferred. Special RequirementsMust possess a valid State of Florida CDL B Driver's License or ability to obtain within one (1) year of hireBasic Maintenance of Traffic (MOT Certification) or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hireFlorida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Water Distribution System Operator Class 2 License or a Florida Water and Pollutions Control Operators Association Class B Certification in Wastewater Collections Must obtain within one (1) year from date of hire: Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) - IntermediateConfined Space Entry Certificate Must obtain within two (2) years from date of hire: Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Water Distribution System Operator Class 1 License or a Florida Water and Pollutions Control Operators Association Class A Certification in Wastewater CollectionsSupplemental QuestionsPlease be sure to answer all supplemental questions thoroughly and completely. Please note that if you do not answer all the questions in its entirety, your application may not be further considered in the hiring process. If you have any difficulty understanding or completing the supplemental questions, please feel free to contact the Human Resources Department at 954-###-####. Please be advised: Proof of education level is required (copy of High School Diploma/GED or College Degree/transcript needs to be uploaded in PDF format to application). Any required licenses and or certifications for the position you are applying for must be submitted as well. If required documentation is not provided, the application will be incomplete and will not continue in the hiring process.The City of Lauderhill, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S. C. 12101 et. seq.), the City of Lauderhill will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Veteran's PreferenceCertain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and that certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in the employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. You may waive a postsecondary educational requirement for a position of employment (except if the position is exempt under the statute e.g., temporary employees, members of boards and commissions, positions that require an employee to be a member of the Florida Bar), for a current member of any reserve component of the United States Armed Forces or the Florida National Guard or a veteran who has been honorably discharged if the person is otherwise qualified for the position. Applicant ScreeningDue to the volume of applications the City receives, every applicant meeting the minimum qualifications cannot be guaranteed an interview. Applicants are selected for an interview based on education and work experience most closely matching the requirements of the position and may undergo additional selection and screening processes which may include an evaluation of training and experience, and written, oral and performance-based testing.Drug and alcohol testing is conducted based upon City policy, Federal, State and Local requirements. The City of Lauderhill is an E-Verify employer. Marginal FunctionsWhile the following tasks are necessary for the work of the unit, they are not an essential part of the purpose of this position and may also be performed by other unit members.Assists with inventories.Performs minor office functions such as answering phones and copying.Performs related duties as required.01 Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalent? Yes No 02 Please select your highest level of education. High school diploma or equivalent Some College Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree or higher None of the options apply to me 03 Please use the space below to detail what field your degree is in. If you do not have a degree, please write N/A . 04 How many years of experience do you have in water or wastewater system maintenance, plumbing, and/or utilities construction? I have at least one (1) year of experience in water or wastewater system maintenance plumbing, and/or utilities construction. I have at least two (2) years of experience in water or wastewater system maintenance plumbing, and/or utilities construction. I have at least three (3) years of experience in water or wastewater system maintenance plumbing, and/or utilities construction. I have four (4) or more years of experience in water or wastewater system maintenance plumbing, and/or utilities construction. I do not have any experience in water or wastewater system maintenance plumbing, and/or utilities construction. 05 Please use the space below to detail your experience in water or wastewater system maintenance, plumbing, and/or utilities construction. Please include how many years of experience you have and where you obtained the experience. if you do not have any experience, please write N/A . 06 Do you have experience operating a backhoe and installing water main pipes? Yes No 07 Please use the space below to detail your experience operating a backhoe and installing water main pipes. Please include the years of experience you have an where you have obtained the experience. If you do not have experience operating a backhoe and/or installing water main pipes, please write N/A 08 Do you have a valid State of Florida Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B? Yes, I have a valid State of Florida CDL Class B License. No, I do not have a valid State of Florida CDL Class B License, but I will obtain one within one (1) year of employment. No, I do not have a valid State of Florida CDL Class B License, and I do not intend to obtain one. 09 Do you have a valid Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) Certification? Yes, I have a valid Maintenance of Traffic Certification. No, I do not have a valid Maintenance of Traffic Certification, but I intend on obtaining one within six (6) months of employment. No, I do not have a valid Maintenance of Traffic Certification, and I do not intend on obtaining one within six (6) months of employment. 10 Do you posses a Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Water Distribution System Operator Class 2 License or a Florida Water and Pollutions Control Operators Association Class B Certification in Wastewater Collections? Yes, I have either a Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Water Distribution System Operator Class 2 License or a Florida Water and Pollutions Control Operators Association Class B Certification in Wastewater Collections. No, I do not have either a Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Water Distribution System Operator Class 2 License or a Florida Water and Pollutions Control Operators Association Class B Certification in Wastewater Collections. 11 Do you possess the Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) Intermediate Certification? Yes, I have the Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) Intermediate Certification. No, I do not have the the Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) Intermediate Certification, but I intend on obtaining it within one (1) year of employment. No, I do not have the Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) Intermediate Certification, and I do not intend on obtaining it within one (1) year of employment. 12 Do you possess a Confined Space Entry Certification? Yes, I a Confined Space Entry Certification. No, I do not have a Confined Space Entry Certification, but I intend on obtaining one within one (1) year of employment. No, I do not have a Confined Space Entry Certification, and I do not intend on obtaining one within one (1) year of employment. 13 Do you possess a Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Water Distribution System Operator Class 1 License or a Florida Pollutions Control Operators Association Class A Certification in Wastewater Collections? Yes, I have either a Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Water Distribution System Operator Class 1 License or a Florida Pollutions Control Operators Association Class A Certification in Wastewater Collections. No, I do not have either a Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Water Distribution System Operator Class 1 License or a Florida Pollutions Control Operators Association Class A Certification in Wastewater Collections, but I intend on obtaining one (1) of the two (2) within two (2) years of employment. No, I do not have either a Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Water Distribution System Operator Class 1 License or a Florida Pollutions Control Operators Association Class A Certification in Wastewater Collections, and I do not intend on obtaining either of the certifications within two (2) years of employment. 14 Are you aware that this is a part-time position? Yes No 15 Are you a resident of the City of Lauderhill? Yes No 16 Are you requesting Veterans' Preference? If you are requesting Veterans' Preference points, please upload a copy of your supporting documentation to the Attachments section by selecting ' Add supplemental attachment. Veterans' Preference points will be awarded only if all minimum requirements as listed on the Job Posting are met and supporting documentation is submitted at the time of application. No, I am not requesting Veterans' Preference. Yes, I am a Disabled Veteran who served on active duty in any branch of the Armed Forces and who presently has an existing service-connected disability that is compensable under public laws administered by the Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA), or am receiving compensation, disability retirement benefits, or pension by reason of public laws administered by the DVA and the Department of Defense (DoD). Please upload (1) DD Form 214 and (2) documentation from DoD or DVA establishing that you have a service-connected disability. Yes, I am the spouse of a Veteran who has a total and permanent service-connected disability; or who is missing in action, captured in line of duty by a hostile force, or detained or interned in line of duty by a foreign government or power. Please upload (1) an Award Letter stating that the Veteran is entitled to benefits under Chapter 35 from the VA or the DoD, (2) an identification card issued by the DoD, (3) evidence of marriage to the Veteran, and (4) a statement that you are still married to the Veteran at the time of application. Yes, I am a Wartime Veteran, who has served at least one day during that Wartime period as defined in section 1.01(14), F.S., or who has been awarded a campaign or expeditionary medal. Active duty for training shall not be allowed for eligibility under this category. Please upload (1) DD Form 214 confirming service during Wartime period. Yes, I am the un-remarried widow or widower of a Veteran who died of a service-connected disability. Please upload (1) documentation from the VA indicating the Veteran's cause of death and (2) evidence of marriage to the Veteran at the time of death. Yes, I am the mother, father, legal guardian, or un-remarried widow or widower of a service member who died as a result of military service under combat-related conditions as verified by the DoD. Please upload (1) documentation from the DoD showing the death of service member while on-duty status under combat-related conditions or the DVA certifying the service-connected death of the Veteran and (2) evidence of marriage or court documents establishing the Guardianship. Yes, I am a Veteran as defined in section 1.01(14), F.S. The term Veteran is defined as a person who served in the active military, naval, or air service and who was discharged or released therefrom under honorable conditions only or who later received an upgraded discharge under honorable conditions. Active Duty for Training does not qualify for VP. Please upload (1) DD Form 214. Yes, I am a current member of any reserve component of the United States Armed Forces or The Florida National Guard. Please upload (1) a signed memorandum from their military supervisor confirming their Active status in the Reserves or Guard. 17 On the job posting that you are applying for, the hourly rate is listed as $20.84. Would you consider this figure pending an in-person interview and successful completion of our pre-employment requirements? Yes No 18 The schedule for this position is up to 29 hours per week with varying shifts, based on the operational needs of the Department. Do you have any scheduling conflicts that would prevent you from working the required schedule for this position? Yes No 19 If YES, please specify any exceptions regarding your availability to work the required schedule for this position. If you are able to work the required schedule without any exceptions, please type N/A. 20 The following is YES or NO question, meaning that it does not require you to specify with or without. Are you able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation? Yes No 21 What was it about the Utility Service Worker III position in the Utilities Department at the City of Lauderhill that attracted you to apply? 22 Based on your review of the job description, what is your understanding of the essential functions of the Utility Service Worker III position? 23 Why are you considering leaving your current position? OR (If not currently employed) Why did you leave your most recent position? Required Question