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This key position is a training level role that performs 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, 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 as may be determined by specific operational needs.

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.

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.

• Locates water and wastewater mains and services to protect the integrity of the system prior to excavation by contractors.
• Maintains records and documentation of system details to meet regulatory requirements and facilitate effective operation and maintenance programs.
• Repairs, replaces, and maintains water and reclaimed water meters/boxes to ensure accurate revenue accounting and prevent hazardous conditions in the right-of-way.
• Complies with Orange County Health and Safety Manual.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

 Water

• Installs, repairs, replaces, and maintains water meters/boxes.
• Operates and maintains valves, hydrants, and blow-offs 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.
• Flushes, flow tests, collects water samples, and troubleshoots the water system to maintain adequate water quality and pressure in the distribution system.
• Constructs, installs, and repairs water mains and services to assure delivery of sufficient water at adequate pressures to a rapidly growing community.
• Performs inspections on newly added piping systems.
• Conducts sanitary inspections to identify cross connection hazards.

Water Reclamation

• Performs video inspection, cleaning, and chemical grouting of wastewater collection systems.
• Repairs wastewater collection and transmission systems.
• Repairs and maintains pump stations and reclaimed water booster stations.

High School Diploma or equivalent. An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted.

Depending on the area of assignment, must possess and maintain a valid Florida Commercial Driver’s License with required endorsements within six (6) months of hire.

Water Reclamation

Must obtain a Florida Water & Pollution Control Operators Association (FWPCOA) Class "C" certification as a field technician in Collections/Distribution or Reclaimed Water (when established) within two (2) years of hire.

Water

Must obtain a Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) mandated "Level 3" Water Distribution System Operator License within two (2) years of hire.

One (1) year of water/wastewater construction and/or operational and maintenance infrastructure experience in an industrial environment and mechanical aptitude and physical ability.