Utility Project Coordinator

Vacancy Details

This position supports the development and coordination of water and sewer projects including but not limited to: Deferred Maintenance Projects, Rehabilitation Projects, Preventive Maintenance Projects and emergency response as necessary.

Essential Duties

• Review project documents and generate required parts list to complete project.
• Collaborate with co-workers to identify areas of need in the existing utility system and develop a plan for the corrective action needed.
• Generate and distribute status reports to respective parties.
• Must be available for after-hours on-call.
• Excellent computer skills, including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Outlook, Management Systems, etc.
• Applicant will be relied on to keep track of work orders and assignments for preventative and predictive maintenance work using a Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Performs field inspections and conducts field meetings to solve problems and resolve conflicts.
• Reviews and comment on construction plans prepared by consultants. Assists consultants in collecting project data, obtaining permits, and coordinating projects.
• Will be responsible for answering questions and communicating with the general public, consultants, contractors, vendors, utility companies, roadway agencies, and permitting agencies related to projects during construction.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Will assist in identifying yearly budgetary needs for both water and sewer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED supplemented by a minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience relating to the operation, maintenance, and repair of water distribution and wastewater collection systems demonstrating effective management of the system, personnel, and projects.
• A Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, Management, Public Administration, or a related field may be substituted for five (5) years of work experience.
• Must possess or obtain within one year of hire, a Class B Wastewater Collection technician certification.
• Must possess or obtain within one year of hire, a Level 2 Water Distribution technician certification.
• Must possess or obtain within one year of hire, a NASSCO certification.
• Must possess or obtain within 90 days of hire, a FDOT Temporary Traffic Control (TTC) Intermediate Course.
• Must possess or obtain within 90 days of hire, a Florida Stormwater, Erosion, and Sedimentation Control Inspector Certification.
• Must possess a valid Florida driver’s license.