Leadworker



Job Details

Leadworker
Employer

City of Coconut Creek

Salary

$34,923.20 Annually

Location

FL, FL

Job Type

Full Time

Department

Public Works

Opening Date

09/30/2010

Closing Date

Continuous

Description

Performs mid-level supervisory work directing assigned personnel within the Streets/Stormwater Division of the Utilities and Engineering Department. Work involves routine supervisory responsibility in training, assigning, observing, and evaluating the work of subordinate personnel in the performance of a wide variety of construction, maintenance, and repair tasks. Areas of work and standards to be met are assigned in detail by supervisor/manager and the work performance checked in progress and upon completion. Supervises, assigns, coordinates, and works with small crews of unskilled, skilled, and/or semi skilled labor on a variety of Streets and Stormwater system functions including, but not limited to, underground utility locates, litter removal, canal maintenance, and the installation, inspection, cleaning, maintenance, and repair of catch basins, manholes, inlets, storm drains, pollution control structures, curbing, sidewalks, asphalt, signage, striping and swales. Reviews specifications, reports and blueprints related to Utility Operations, and makes comments as necessary. Inspects work in progress to assure conformance with instructions. Prepares and adjusts work assignments as necessary, and participates in mandatory emergency call-out rotation. Investigates and resolves routine customer complaints and prepares daily work reports. Operates a variety of heavy and light equipment including, but not limited to, pick-up truck, dump truck, tractor, front end loader, backhoe, skid steer, vacuum truck, etc. Requisitions necessary equipment and materials, purchases needed materials, and maintains inventories.

Examples of Duties

Maintains time, labor, and materials records. Performs job safety inspections and assists in performing more difficult or semi-skilled tasks. Trains and instructs subordinate personnel, and assists Foreman with preparation of subordinate employee evaluations as required. Assists with the preparation of annual operating budget. Punctuality and regular attendance are essential functions of this position.

Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or GED. Must possess at least five (5) years experience in construction, installation, maintenance and repair of stormwater and street/highway systems, or any combination thereof, with supervisory experience preferred. Requires a valid State of Florida Class “B” CDL license and must have a good driving record. Stormwater Class “C” Certification from the FWPCOA or State of Florida Aquatics Pest Control Applicators License is required, or must be obtained within six (6) months of employment. Working knowledge of methods, materials, tools, safety procedures and equipment necessary for the construction, installation, repair and maintenance of stormwater and street/highway systems including operating light and heavy equipment such as trucks, tractors, backhoes skid steers, and vacuum trucks. Ability to make sound decisions based on City Ordinances and Department Policy. Must be able to understand and follow oral and written directions. Must have a willingness to perform heavy manual work for an extended period under varying climactic conditions. Ability to establish and maintain efficient working relationships with other employees, departments, and the general public, and exhibit a positive attitude. Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the work. Ability to assign and supervise the work of others. Ability to complete assignments with little or no supervision.

Group Insurance Program

The City of Coconut Creek offers a cafeteria style group insurance program to its regular, full-time employees. The City's contribution towards the cost of this program is $4,900.00/year, with up to an additional 1,100 flex The City offers Medical Insurance, Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Short Term Disability, and Dental Insurance. In most cases, employee only coverage is paid 100% by the City contribution.

For those desiring dependent coverage, there may be a payroll deduction, depending on the coverage selected. Those employees not spending the full $4,900.00 contribution have the option of taking any excess in cash, placing it into their 457 deferred account, or taking a combination of cash and placing the remainder into the 457 account.

Eligibility for coverage is 30 days from date of hire with an effective date the first of the month following the thirty day eligibility period.

In conjunction with the Group Insurance Program, we also have a Section 125 Program, which allows you to set aside, with pre-tax dollars, amounts for unreimbursed medical, dependent or elder care, pre-paid legal, AFLAC, etc., or the cost of the premium if you have a payroll deduction.

The City provides Long Term Disability coverage to employees, with the cost being paid entirely by the City.

Pension/Retirement Plan

The City participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS), which is a defined benefit plan. The City contributes an amount that is determined by the State Legislature. Employees do not make contributions to the plan. The amount of the benefit and the length of service required to vest varies depending upon the category for which the position is eligible. Additional information can be found at www.myfrs.com.

Employees who wish to contribute their own funds toward retirement may contribute to a 457 Deferred Compensation plan, a Roth IRA, a traditional IRA, or a Retirement Health Savings (RHS) Plan.

Holidays

Employees receive ten paid full-day holidays and two paid half-day holidays. They are:

• New Year's Day

• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

• Presidents' Day

• Memorial Day

• Independence Day

• Labor Day

• Veterans Day

• Thanksgiving Day

• Friday after Thanksgiving

• 1/2 day Christmas Eve

• Christmas Day

• 1/2 day New Years Eve

Personal Leave

New employees are credited with personal leave from the date of hire based on the following schedule:

January 1st through March 31st 16 hours

April 1st through June 30th 12 hours

July 1st through September 30th 8 hours

October 1st through December 31st 4 hours

Each year thereafter, all full-time employees are credited with 16 hours of personal leave on January 1st for that calendar year; personal leave cannot be carried over from year to year. Employees who work fewer than 40 hours per week are provided Personal Leave on a pro-rated basis.

Vacation Leave

New full-time employees earn two (2) weeks of vacation leave per year. Accrual rates increase with time, with the specific amount depending on which employee unit the employee belongs to. Part-time employees earn vacation leave on a pro-rated basis.

Sick Leave

Full-time employees earn 12 days of sick leave per year. Part-time employees earn sick leave on a pro-rated basis.

Tuition Reimbursement

Full-time, non-probationary employees are eligible to take advantage of the Voluntary Tuition Reimbursement Program. Employees may be eligible for reimbursement (based upon state tuition rates) of 100% for a grade of A, 75% for a grade of B, and 50% for a grade of C, up to a maximum of 18 credit hours per year.

Other Types of Leave

The City also offers bereavement leave, military leave, voting time in certain circumstances, occupational and non-occupational disability leave, worker’s compensation, and adheres to the provisions of the Family Medical Leave Act. Leaves of absences without pay may also be granted under certain circumstances.

Longevity Pay

Most employees are eligible for annual longevity bonuses after completion of three (3) years of service.

Pay-for-Performance

All regular employees are eligible for pay-for-performance increases of up to five (5) percent based upon their annual performance evaluations.

Cost-of-Living Adjustments (COLA)

Civil Service employees receive a COLA on October 1st each year, based on the June-June CPI for the Miami/Ft. Lauderdale area, or 3%, whichever is greater.

01
Do you currently possess a high school diploma or equivalent?
  • Yes
  • No
02
Do you possess a valid driver's license? Please Note: If the driver's license was issued by a state other than Florida, you must obtain a State of Florida driver's license prior to employment.
  • YES - FL
  • YES - Other
  • No
03
Have you completed an electrical trade school?
  • Yes
  • No
04
Please check the years of verifiable work experience you possess as an Electrician in the water utility field:
  • Less than 5 years of experience
  • More than 5 years, but Less than 7 years of experience
  • More than 7 years, but Less than 10 years of experience
  • 10 or More years of experience
  • do not possess any experience as an Electrician in the water utility field.
05
Please check the years of verifiable work experience you possess as an Electrician in the wastewater utility field:
  • Less than 5 years of experience
  • More than 5 years, but Less than 7 years of experience
  • More than 7 years, but Less than 10 years of experience
  • 10 or More years of experience
  • I do not possess any experience as an Electrician in the wastewater utility field.

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Employer
City of Coconut Creek
Address
4800 W. Copans Road

Coconut Creek, Florida, 33063
Phone
(954) 973-6715

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