Job Description
Salary : $33,425.60 Annually
Location : Panama City, FL
Job Type: Full- Time
Job Number: 04062023
Department: Public Works
Division: Lift Stations
Opening Date: 07/24/2024
Salary: Salary/Hourly wages may be adjusted based upon experience within Step Plan Parameters.
MAJOR FUNCTIONS "The City of Panama City is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative/ Action Employer" MAJOR FUNCTIONS Under the leadership and guidance of the Public Works Director, the Lift Station Technician, I perform entry level mechanical work for the Lift Station department. Perform duties involving installation, maintenance and repair of the mechanical equipment, piping and property of the lift stations.
This position is designated as emergency essential position that requires performance of emergency duties and actions to prepare, repair, and recover the City before, during, and after any adverse storm events (hurricane, tornado, tropical storm, winter storm, severe thunderstorm, flash flooding, etc.) or other conditions (natural or manmade). ESSENTIAL DUTIES These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or logical assignment to the position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Performs daily inspections, maintains, cleans, and repairs lift stations, including pulling and replacing pumps, repairing, and replacing pipe, valves and fittings
- Troubleshoots and correct problems with lift station pumps.
- Maintains accurate records for all work performed.
- Cleans sewage spills and applies chemicals as required per federal, state, and local laws.
- Responds to emergency and trouble calls, locates and identifies the cause and performs corrective actions as required.
- Completes work in an efficient and timely manner.
- Operates light and heavy-duty trucks, boom trucks, heavy lifting equipment, portable pumping equipment, power generation equipment, lawn maintenance equipment and various tools as required.
- Independently performs maintenance and repair work of a routine nature.
- Maintains frequently used parts and supplies on the assigned truck to ensure all parts needed for any given assignment are available and restocked as used.
- Performs other work as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES - Knowledge of the methods, practices and techniques used in the work assigned.
- Knowledge of the materials, tools and equipment used in the work assigned.
- Must be willing and able to work at heights well above ground level from various types of equipment and in moderately confined spaces.
- Ability to work in confined spaces.
- Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions necessary in the work assigned.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
- Ability to read and understand manuals, specifications and drawings.
- Ability to prepare and maintain complete and accurate records.
- Ability to read and understand gauges and meters.
- Ability to participate in the after-hours, emergency on-call schedule.
- Ability to effectively communicate in a professional, cooperative and team focused manner both orally and in writing with team members, supervisors, leadership and the public.
- Skilled in the operation and maintenance of hand and power tools, portable pumps, portable generators, various power and hand tools, hydraulic boom truck, light and heavy trucks, other motorized equipment, lawn equipment, sewage processing and lift station equipment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalent diploma.
- Mechanical background desired.
- Valid Driver's License.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Summary: - Occasionally - Lift/Carry: 50+ lbs., Push/Pull: 50+ lbs.
- Frequently - Lift/Carry: 50 lbs. or Less, Push/Pull: 50 lbs. or Less, Twist/Turn, Reach, Climb, Crawl, Sit, Above Shoulder, Reach Outward, Navigate Uneven Terrain.
- Constantly - Handling/Fine Motor Skills, Stand, Walk, Drive.
Risk/Safety Conditions: - This position requires moderate exposure or risk to physical health and/or physical safety (i.e., exposure to environmentally hazardous material, heavy equipment).
- Both outdoor and indoor year-round work is related to the maintenance, repair, and construction of City buildings and structures.
Work Environment: - Work requires moderate to extreme exposure to one or more disagreeable conditions (i.e., inclement weather, excessive noise, extreme temperatures, strong odors, or dust).
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
DISCLAIMER These are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
Panama City Offers a complete benefits package to all full time employees. Below is a list of the benefits offered by the City.
For more detailed information about the benefits please reach out to the Human Resources Department.
WORK/ LIFE INTEGRATION - 12 Days of Paid Time Off
- 12 Days of Paid Sick leave- 6 may be used for family
- 12 Days of Paid Holidays
- Birthday Leave
- Bereavement Leave
- Military Leave
- Social Event Outings
- Employee Assistance Program
HEALTH & WELLNESS - Medical Benefits-Team Member (ZERO cost option available)
- Family Member Benefits available (City supplemented premium)
- Dental Benefits (Premium paid in FULL for Team Members)
- Orthodontic coverage for children (under 19)
- Vision Benefits
- Blood Drives (ADDITIONAL Paid Time Off for participation)
- Wellness Incentive Program
- Health Savings Account/ Medical FSA
FINANCIAL WELLNESS - General Employee Retirement Pension Fund (10% of annual compensation)
- Access to Professional Financial Advisory Services
- City Paid Life Insurance and AD&D ($50,000)
- Additional Life and AD&D coverage available for employees, spouse, and Children
- Short-term Disability (Paid in FULL by City)
- Long-term Disability (Paid in FULL by City)
- Accidental Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Education Assistance Program/ Tuition Reimbursement
- Job Stability & Security
City of Panama City, FL
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