Utility Project Coordinator

This position supports the development and coordination of water and sewer projects including but not limited to deferred maintenance, rehabilitation, preventive maintenance and emergency response. The role is a professional position working under the general direction of the Assistant Utilities Operations Manager.

These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed.

• 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 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).
• Perform field inspections and conduct field meetings to solve problems and resolve conflicts.
• Reviews and comment on construction plans prepared by consultants. Assist consultants in collecting project data, obtaining permits, and coordinating projects.
• Answer questions and communicate 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.
• Assist in identifying yearly budgetary needs for both water and sewer.

• 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.

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of surveying and geographic information systems.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and techniques of construction for water and sewer utilities.
• Ability to read and interpret survey field notes, plats, and complex engineering plans and profiles.
• Ability to prepare permit applications, compliance forms, status reports, and reimbursement requests.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, contractors, other departments, and outside agencies.
• Ability to think clearly and logically to determine a practical solution for utility problems that arise.

Work is performed outside in varying weather conditions with dust, chemicals, grease, oils, uneven surfaces, and around electricity.

(Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with existing ADA requirements for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.)

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary that are a logical assignment to the position.