Water Utilities Pipefitter I or II

This is journey-level work in installing and repairing water distribution and/or wastewater collection facilities and mechanisms. Work involves performing all phases of maintenance and installation for water distribution and/or wastewater collection systems. Duties may also involve independent, skilled water meter installation, removal, and repair, as well as other skilled mechanical work involving knowledge of water and/or wastewater system equipment. On most assignments, the employee has little supervision; however, a foreman or supervisor regularly assigns and inspects work.

• Lays water mains; installs hydrants, valves, fittings, clamps, and sleeves, and is responsible for the more difficult repairs; flushes lines; backfills around pipes and landscapes upon completion.
• May operate all necessary heavy equipment, including boring and jacking equipment, trenchers, backhoes, and other related equipment.
• Reads water main blueprints to assist the foreman in selecting proper fittings and materials for the project; measures pipe lengths necessary.
• Performs maintenance on materials, tools, and equipment.
• Yarns, pours, and pounds lead; cuts and bevels pipes; threads pipes; caulks joints.
• Performs helper/acting foreman duties for nighttime callout.
• Performs all other associated duties regarding the installation and maintenance of water lines/attributes, and other services the City provides.
• May be required to participate in and/or facilitate training to support departmental or City initiatives and requirements.
• May be required to work overtime, or alternate hours, as necessary for the efficient operation of the department.  
• Position is designated as Mission Critical.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs emergency repairs on the water distribution system after normal working hours; subject to working overtime and participating in stand-by duty.
• May perform acting foreman duties during normal and overtime hours of operation.

This posting reflects the essential functions and knowledge, skills, and abilities for Water Utilities Pipefitter II; however, applicants may view the complete job description for Water Utilities Pipefitter I on the City of Lakeland's employment page.Qualifications for Water Utilities Pipefitter I

• High school diploma from an accredited school or a GED.
  
  

Qualifications for Water Utilities Pipefitter II

• High school diploma from an accredited school or a GED.
• Two years of pipe fitting experience, with one year in the installation, repair, and maintenance of water systems.
• Must possess and maintain a Class “C” Water Distribution License. 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS for Water Utilities Pipefitter I

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Must possess and maintain a valid telephone number.
• Must be able to obtain Class “A” CDL with appropriate endorsements as required by the employing department within six months of employment.
• Must be able to obtain a Class “C” Water Distribution License within 18 months of employment. 
• May be required to pass and maintain qualification for:
  • Respiratory Protection Physical.
  • Pulmonary Function.
  • Qualitative and Quantitative Fit Test(s).

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS for Water Utilities Pipefitter II

• Must possess and maintain a valid Class A CDL with appropriate endorsements as required by the employing department or be able to obtain said license within six months of employment.
• Must possess and maintain a valid phone number.
• May be required to pass and maintain qualification for:
  • Respiratory Protection Physical.
  • Pulmonary Function.
  • Qualitative and Quantitative Fit Test(s).

KNOWLEDGE

• Methods, materials, practices, and tools required for pipe, main, service, and water meter installation, testing, and repair.
• Water distribution system, including mains, hydrants, pressure-reducing valves, water meters, and other miscellaneous water distribution fixtures.

SKILLS

• Using pipefitting, caulking, plumbing, pneumatic tools, rod welder, acetylene torch, and line locator equipment.

ABILITIES 

• Read and interpret water distribution maps and construction blueprints.
• Work independently without direct supervision.
• Troubleshoot, such as testing faulty meters and locating leaks.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the general public.
• Perform heavy physical manual tasks for extended periods, often in adverse climatic conditions.
• Prepare reports and daily paperwork.
• Communicate with Water Distribution employees and internal and external customers via telephone, radio, and other communication channels.
• Self-starter, self-motivated, and detail-oriented.
• Direct the actions of fellow employees.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Manual work involving walking or standing at times and exerting up to 100 pounds of force regularly.
• Repetitive motion, such as movement of the wrists, hands, legs, and/or fingers.
• Exposure to some significant environmental hazards, including confined spaces, chemical, electrical, mechanical, height, and heat, bright/dim light, inside and outside environmental conditions, asbestos-containing materials, and noise levels.
• Normal visual acuity, field of vision, hearing, speaking, color perception, sense of smell, depth perception, and texture perception.

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties or qualifications. Management reserves the right to modify or assign additional responsibilities as needed.

All City of Lakeland positions are subject to testing (e.g. written, oral, performance, computerized, interview, and/or any combination).  Candidates selected for testing will be notified via email or telephone.  Please check your e-mail and telephone messages regularly, including "junk" folders.  Test times and locations to be announced.

THE CITY OF LAKELAND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/EQUAL ACCESS EMPLOYER AND A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE.