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Job Description
| FIELD SPECIALIST II |
Job Code: 8877
Pay Grade: 013
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
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| General Functions |
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This key position performs semi-skilled technical work for operation and maintenance of underground utility piping and pumping facilities. Responsible for performing technical duties in field operations in one or more of the following areas: heavy equipment operation, valve, meter and hydrant operation and maintenance, pump station operation and maintenance, repair and installation of piping systems, safety, sewer video inspection and sealing, sewer cleaning equipment, line locations, backflow prevention/cross connection control and other areas may be determined by specific operational needs. The incumbent demonstrates knowledge and skills in two or more speciality areas. May be assigned as team leader. May be required to provide training.
Work requires independent judgment and is performed under the general supervision of a designated supervisor. Work is reviewed through observations, conferences, reports and results achieved. |
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| Representative Duties /Assignments |
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Duties may vary based on area of assignment. The following are representative duties; it is not the intent to capture all duties performed by this classification.
Water Reclamation
- Performs video inspection, cleaning, and chemical grouting of wastewater collection systems.
- Repairs wastewater collection and transmission system.
- Locates wastewater mains and services to protect the integrity of the system prior to excavation by the contractors.
- Repairs and maintains pump stations and reclaimed water booster stations.
- Repairs, replaces, and maintains reclaimed water meters/boxes to ensure water revenues are accounted for accurately and right-of-way hazardous conditions are prevented.
- Maintains records and documentation of system details to facilitate effective operation and maintenance programs.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Water
- Installs repairs, replaces, and maintains water meters/boxes to ensure water revenues are accounted for accurately and right-of-way hazardous conditions are prevented.
- Operates and maintains valves, hydrants, blow-off to ensure proper operation during fire-fighting events and to ensure areas can be isolated for emergency repairs to prevent contamination of the public drinking water supply.
- Maintains adequate water quality and pressure in the distribution system by flushing, flow tests, collecting water samples and troubleshooting the water system.
- Constructs, installs, and repairs water mains and services to assure delivery of sufficient water at adequate pressures to a rapidly growing community.
- Locates water mains and services to protect the integrity of the system prior to excavation by the contractors. Performs inspections on newly added piping systems. Conducts sanitary inspections to identify cross connection hazards.
- Maintains records and documentation of system details to meet regulatory requirements and to facilitate effective operation and maintenance programs.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
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| Minimum Qualifications |
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High school diploma or equivalent. An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted.
Depending on area of assignment, possess and maintain a valid Florida Commercial Driver’s License with required endorsements within six (6) months of hire.
Must successfully pass a written General Knowledge Test and a Skill Test in two (2) specialty areas with a passing score of at least 70% on each within one (1) year of hire. In addition, must successfully complete a Hands-on Skill test demonstrating mastery of the skill for each of the two (2) specialty areas.
Water Reclamation
Must obtain a Florida Water and Pollution Control Operators Association (FWPCOA) Class “B” certification as a field technician in Collections or Reclaimed Water.
Must successfully complete two (2) approved Correspondence Courses related to the field of work within six (6) months of hire.
Must successfully complete two (2) approved Technical Classes within six (6) months of hire.
Water
Must have Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) mandated “Level 2” Water Distribution System Operator License. |
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| Preferences |
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Knowledge of Orange County's Safety rules and regulations.
Advanced skill in the use of heavy/light equipment and materials used in water/wastewater pipeline construction, operation, or maintenance functions.
Ability to comply with the requirements of the Utilities' Health and Safety Manual. |
8/5/2025
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