Utility Field Coordinator Jobs

Purpose
The purpose of this classification is to perform administrative and supervisory work in maintaining, repairing, and directing the water & reuse distribution systems and/ the sanitary and stormwater collection systems, and/or pump and lift stations, and/or TV Inspection projects. Employees in this classification are responsible for coordinating the timely and effective completion of projects, and coordinating the personnel, materials, supplies, and equipment required for completing projects ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Performs related work as required. Minimum Qualifications
Education, Training and Experience - Minimum High School or GED, college preferred - Business Management minimum of three (3)
years municipal construction experience with a work history that includes five (5) or more years' experience in a supervisory capacity, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and
experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must have a valid State of
Florida driver"s license. Must have a FDEP Water Distribution Operator License Level 2.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive
or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Coordinates and controls the field activities essential to the operation, construction, maintenance,
and general repair of the City"s utility infrastructure.
Coordinates long term planning and objectives and assists in budget preparation working in concert
with Field Operations Manager.
Plans and prepares work schedules and assignments for field crews.
Coordinates materials, supplies, and equipment required per job site/work order.
Inspects work in progress, modifies or adjusts work methods, crew sizes, and related factors to
ensure projects are completed in accordance with sound engineering and construction principles.
Supervises, schedules, assigns, trains, and evaluates the performance of crew personnel under
charge.
Requisitions supplies, materials, and/or equipment as needed.
Maintains and files a variety of records and reports (i.e., overtime reports, equipment inventory,
budget expenditures, requisitions, accident reports, and personnel performance). Develops and implements work safety and related in-service training programs.
Ensures adherence to established safety standards/procedures for crews under charge.
Drives to and from work sites for monitoring and inspection purposes.
Responds to complaints and emergencies.
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS
Assists other departments in special events.
Performs related duties as required.
PERFORMANCE APTITUDES
Data Utilization: Requires the ability to evaluate, audit, deduce, and/or assess data and/or
information using established criteria. Includes exercise of discretion in determining actual or
probable consequences and in referencing such evaluation to identify and select alternatives.
Human Interaction: Requires the ability to provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to
others on how to apply procedures and standards to specific situations.
Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate,
maneuver, and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in
performing essential functions.
Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of descriptive data and
information such as work orders, budget reports, construction plans, maintenance and safety
manuals, and policy and procedure manuals.
Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication,
and division, calculate decimals and percentages, and utilize principles of fractions, algebra, and
geometry.
Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to apply principles of rational systems. Ability to
interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form. Ability to
exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify methods and standards to meet variations in
assigned objectives.
Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise the judgment, decisiveness, and
creativity required in situations involving evaluation of information against measurable or
verifiable criteria.
ADA COMPLIANCE
Physical Ability: Tasks involve the regular and, at times, sustained performance of moderately
physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing
stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing,
and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20 to 50 pounds).
Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate depths. Some
tasks require visual perception and discrimination and oral communications ability.
Environmental Factors: Tasks may risk exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as
dirt, dust, pollen, wetness, humidity, rain, temperature extremes, and traffic hazards.
PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
The work performance of supervisory personnel of the City of Daytona Beach is
routinely evaluated according to the performance criteria outlined herein:
Knowledge of Job: Has thorough knowledge of the methods, policies and procedures of the City
of Daytona Beach as such pertain to the performance of the essential duties of a Coordinator.
Has thorough knowledge of municipal construction, maintenance, and repair of utility
infrastructure, and the methods, practices, procedures, materials, and equipment applicable to
establishing and maintaining efficient and effective production. Has thorough knowledge of the
laws, ordinances, standards, and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities
of the position. Has thorough knowledge of the organization of the Department and of related
departments and agencies. Clearly understands the occupational hazards and safety precautions
required to perform the essential functions of the work. Has thorough knowledge of terminology
and related professional languages used within the Department as such pertain to work
responsibilities. Knows how to maintain cooperative and effective relationships with intra- and
inter-departmental personnel, as well as any external entities with which position interacts.
Quality of Work: Maintains high standards of accuracy in performing duties and
responsibilities. Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that
occur in areas of responsibility. Maintains quality communication and interaction with intra- and
inter-departmental personnel, and any external entities with which the position interacts.
Quantity of Work: Performs described essential functions and related assignments efficiently
and effectively in order to produce a quantity of work which consistently meets established
standards and expectations.
Dependability: Assumes responsibility for completion of assigned functions. Completes
assigned work within established deadlines in accordance with directives, policies, standards,
and prescribed procedures. Maintains accountability for assigned responsibilities in the
technical, human, and conceptual areas.
Attendance: Attends and remains at work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures
regarding absenteeism and tardiness. Provides sufficient notice to upper management with
respect to vacation time and leave requests.
Initiative and Enthusiasm: Exhibits an enthusiastic, self-reliant and self-starting approach to
meet job responsibilities and accountabilities. Strives to anticipate work to be accomplished and
initiates appropriate and acceptable action for the completion of work with a minimum of
supervision and instruction.
Judgment: Exercises analytical judgment in areas of responsibility. Identifies issues or
situations as they occur and specifies decision objectives. Identifies or assists in identification of
alternative solutions to issues or situations. Implements decisions in accordance with prescribed
and effective policies and procedures and with a minimum of errors. Seeks expert or
experienced advisement where appropriate and research issues, situations and alternatives
before exercising judgment.
Cooperation: Accepts supervisory and managerial instruction and direction and strives to meet
the goals and objectives of same. Questions such instruction and direction when clarification of
results or consequences is justified (i.e., poor communications, variance with established policies
or procedures, etc.). Offers suggestions and recommendations to encourage and improve
cooperation intra- and inter-departmentally.
Relationships with Others: Shares knowledge with managers, supervisors and coworkers for
mutual benefit. Contributes to maintaining high morale among all employees. Develops and
maintains cooperative and courteous relationships intra- and inter-departmentally, and with
external entities with which the position interacts. Tactfully and effectively handles requests,
suggestions, and complaints in order to establish and maintain good will. Emphasizes the
importance of maintaining a positive image.
Coordination of Work: Plans and organizes daily work routine. Establishes priorities for the
completion of work in accordance with sound time-management methodology. Avoids
duplication of effort. Estimates expected time of completion of work elements and establishes a
personal schedule accordingly. Attends required meetings, planning sessions, and discussions on
time. Implements work activity in accordance with priorities and estimated schedules.
Safety and Housekeeping: Adheres to all established safety and housekeeping standards.
Ensures such standards are not violated.
Planning: Plans, coordinates, and utilizes information effectively in a manner to improve
activities and production. Knows and understands expectations regarding such activities and
works to ensure such expectations are met. Develops and formulates ways, means, and timing to
achieve established goals and objectives. Effectively and efficiently organizes, arranges, and
allocates manpower, financial, and other designated resources to achieve such goals and
objectives.
Organizing: Efficiently organizes own work and that of subordinate staff. Ensures that
personnel under charge understand what results are expected of them and that each is regularly
and appropriately informed of all matters either affecting or of concern to them.
Staffing: Works with upper management, where appropriate, to select and recommend
employment of qualified personnel. Personally, directs the development and training of
personnel under charge, ensuring their proper induction, orientation, and training.
Leading: Provides a work environment that encourages clear and open communications. Has a
clear and comprehensive understanding of the principles of effective leadership, as well as the
application of such principles to functions under charge. Provides adequate feedback to
personnel under charge concerning their performance in terms of excellent, satisfactory, or
lacking. Commends and rewards personnel under charge for outstanding performance and takes
timely and appropriate disciplinary action as necessary. Exercises enthusiasm in influencing and
guiding others toward achievement of established goals and objectives.
Controlling: Establishes and maintains a work environment that is orderly and controlled.
Coordinates, audits, and controls manpower and financial resources efficiently and effectively.
Coordinates, audits, and controls the utilization of materials and equipment efficiently and
effectively. Has a clear and comprehensive understanding of established standards, methods,
and procedures.
Delegating: Assigns duties and responsibilities as necessary and/or appropriate to meet goals,
enhance abilities of personnel under charge, build their confidence, and assist them in personal
growth. Establishes and maintains confidence in personnel under charge to meet new or
additional expectations.
Decision Making: Exercises discretion and judgment in developing and implementing courses of
action affecting functions under charge. Recognizes when a particular policy, procedure, or
strategy does not foster the desired result and moves decisively and explicitly to develop and
implement alternatives.
Creativity: Regularly seeks new and improved methodologies, policies, and procedures for
enhancing the effectiveness of functions under charge. Employs imagination and creativity in
the application of duties and responsibilities. Is not adverse to change that supports achievement
of goals and objectives.
Human Relations: Strives to develop and maintain excellent rapport with personnel under
charge. Listens to and considers their suggestions and complaints and responds appropriately.
Establishes a work environment to promote and maintain mutual respect.
Policy Implementation: Has a clear and comprehensive understanding of policies regarding
functions under charge and the function of the organization. Adheres to all policies in the
discharge of duties and responsibilities and ensures the same from personnel under charge.
Policy Formulation: Maintains current knowledge of changes in operating philosophies and
policies and routinely reviews such policies to ensure any changes in philosophy or practice are
appropriately incorporated into functions under charge. Recognizes and understands the
relationship between operating policies and practices and morale and performance. Strives to
ensure that established policies enhance same.
The City of Daytona Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Daytona Beach will provide reasonable
accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and
current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.