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Job Description
| FIELD SPECIALIST I |
Job Code: 8881
Pay Grade: 012
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
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| General Functions |
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This key position is an entry level role that performs technical work for operation and maintenance of underground utility piping and pumping facilities in accordance with Orange County Health and Safety Manual. 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 as may be determined by specific operational needs. The incumbent demonstrates knowledge and skills in one or more specialty areas. May be assigned as team leader and provide training.
Work is performed with considerable independence and the exercise of independent judgment 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 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.
- 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, must 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 one (1) specialty area 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.
Water Reclamation
Must obtain a Florida Water and Pollution Control Operators Association (FWPCOA) Class “C” certification as a field technician in Collections or Reclaimed Water.
Must successfully complete one (1) approved Correspondence Course related to Wastewater Collections or Reclaimed Water and one (1) approved Technical Class within six (6) months of hire.
Water
Must have Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) mandated “Level 3” 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. |
8/5/2025
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