Salary: $46,763.74 - $66,077.06 Annually
Location : Sunrise, FL
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2025-178
Department: UTILITIES
Division: GAS OPERATIONS
Opening Date: 09/04/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Bargaining Unit: SGEU

Description
NATURE OF WORK

This classification involves learning skills to become a gas service technician for the City. An employee in this position, under close supervision, rotates through various functions of the gas utility program with the emphasis on field work; performs or assists with manual and semi-skilled assignments in maintaining and repairing facilities and equipment related to a natural gas distribution system; and assists with the installation, maintenance, and repair of the natural gas system itself. This position also prepares pipes and meters before projects; assists with the gas leak survey and valve maintenance programs; and drives/maintains trucks.
Examples of Duties
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Installs and maintains gas services, mains, and other gas distribution equipment.
• Installs, removes, replaces, and works on natural gas appliances.
• Sets and maintains residential and large commercial gas meter installations; performs pipe fitting work on the customers' premises.
• Locates gas lines; replaces gas lines; and cuts and caps gas lines.
• Performs minor repairs on gas distribution systems, valves, and meters as instructed.
• Participates in pipe and meter repair, installation, maintenance, fitting, and service; repairs meter glass as necessary.
• Prepares pipes/tools before projects; wraps and paints pipes, meters, and regulators.
• Provides cathodic protection.
• Assists in the valve maintenance and gas leak survey program.
• Assists in the inspection of gas pipelines and enclosed area to detect and locate leaks.
• Responds to any gas emergency (i.e. leaks, carbon monoxide, fire calls, etc.).
• Assists with related manual labor duties.
• Drives truck with trailer as assigned.
• Maintains and cleans trucks, tools, and related equipment utilized on the job.
• Operates heavy equipment (backhoe, etc.) as trained.
• Works overtime and on emergency callouts as needed.
• Performs related work as required.

Requirements
EDUCATION

• Graduation from an accredited high school/vocational or GED equivalency
• PROOF OF THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF COMPLETED EDUCATION MUST BE SUBMITTED AS AN ATTACHMENT WITH APPLICATION. (Applications without attached proof of education will not be processed for consideration.)

EXPERIENCE TRAINING

• Basic experience in general building and mechanical maintenance and repair work which involved daily customer contact; or an equivalent combination of training and experience preferred.

NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Must successfully complete the City of Sunrise operator qualification program, as related to the position, within the applicable probationary period
• Must be willing to work shift work and be available for overtime and emergency callouts
• Must possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Must obtain a valid a Florida driver's license prior to hire.
• Must pass pre-employment and random drug testing, as required and monitored by federal, state and local authorities

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work Environment

• Tasks are regularly performed outdoors with potential exposure to the following conditions: varying temperatures, inclement weather, and/or other adverse conditions.

Sensory

• Must have the ability to perceive and differentiate visual cues or signals. Tasks require the ability to communicate orally and in writing. Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through personal contact, the use of the telephone and/or other City-issued technology devices.

Physical

• Physical capability to effectively use and operate City assigned vehicles, golf carts, and manual or power tools
• Ability to perform moderate to heavy manual janitorial/ maintenance labor
• Ability to climb, balance, bend, stoop, squat, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, push and/or pull, twist and make repetitive hand movements
• Ability to walk, stand and sit for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to load, carry, lift, push and/or pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to withstand exposure to the following conditions without stress: excessive noise, unpleasant odors, chemicals/other environmental substances
• If applicable: Perform work at locations with exposure over, in and around water, which may not be accessible to the physically handicapped

Supplemental Information
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of methods, practices, equipment, tools, and materials used in maintenance, repair, and construction.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions pertaining to outdoor construction or heavy equipment work site locations.
• Skill in the use and care of the tools and equipment pertinent to the performance of maintenance and construction work.
• Skill in using department software.
• Skill in driving and operating a motor vehicle safely and defensively.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to learn about various types of gas appliances installed on a City distribution system.
• Ability to follow proper safety precautions.
• Ability to deal with the general public in pleasant and courteous manner.
• Ability to complete light paperwork duties connected with maintenance program.
• Ability to perform a variety of manual and semi-skilled assignments associated with gas distribution systems maintenance and repairs.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, other employees, City officials, and the general public.
• Ability to communicate effectively and persuasively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with competing priorities and varied responsibilities.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively to develop win-win solutions.
• Ability to perform physical labor under adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to work a flexible shift and be available for overtime and emergency callouts.

BENEFITS PACKAGE SUMMARY
GENERAL EMPLOYEE
HIRED ON OR AFTER 10/01/23

City-Paid Medical Benefits:
• Group Health Insurance: The City pays for 100% of the cost for single coverage for full-time employees and 66.66% of cost for Dependent/Family Coverage. Upon retirement and separation from City employment, employee receives a monthly stipend of $350 per month, applicable toward retiree health coverage.
• Life Insurance: $30,000
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D): $10,000
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Cigna Behavioral

Retirement:
• Employee Contribution = 8%
• Vesting = 10 Years
• Normal Retirement Benefit = 2.5% of pensionable earnings for each year of creditable service
• Average Final Compensation (AFC) = 3 best consecutive earning years
• Maximum Benefit = 80% of AFC, not to exceed $80,000.
• Normal Retirement = Age 62 and ten (10) years of creditable service
• Early Retirement = Age 57 and ten (10) years of creditable service, 3% annual reduction for each year prior to normal retirement age
• 13th check based on monthly retirement, payable if the pension plan funding status is equal to or greater than 100%. Paid in December each year following retirement
• Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP) = 4 years/48 months maximum
• DROP Interest Rate = 4%, compounded annually

Longevity:
Based on successful completion of full-time, continuous service with the City, employee shall receive the following:
Years of Creditable Service Longevity Benefit*
10 Years 2.5%
15 Years 2.5%
20 Years 5.0%
* Longevity Benefit calculated on employee's base rate of pay

Paid Holidays:
Employees receive the following City-paid holidays:
• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King Day
• Memorial Day
• Juneteenth
• 4th of July, Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veterans' Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Friday after Thanksgiving
• Christmas Day

Annual Leave:
Annual leave may be taken as earned after completion of (90) calendar days. Maximum accumulation each fiscal year is 290 hours. At time of resignation or retirement, employee is paid for all annual leave accrued at their current rate of pay. Annual leave is accrued based on continuous, full-time service with the City, as follows:
Completed Months of Service Total Hours Accrued Annually
Up to and including first 60 months 96 hours/12 Days
Greater than 60 months through 120 months 136 hours/17 Days
Greater than 120 months through 204 months 176 hours/22 Days
Greater than 204 months 216 hours/27 Days

Annual Leave Cash Out:
Employee can opt to receive a non-pensionable cash payment twice per year for up to forty (40) hours of annual leave, provided accrued annual leave bank does not fall below eighty (80) hours.

Floating Holidays:
Upon completion of (26) weeks of full-time employment with the City, employee shall be entitled to utilize up to five (5) floating holidays per fiscal year. Floating holidays shall not carry over to the next fiscal year.
Perfect Attendance:
For every six (6) months period (April 1 - September 30) and (October 1 - March 31) in which, no sick or unpaid leave is utilized, an employee shall receive ten (10) hours of annual leave credited. Employees who qualify for a consecutive Perfect Attendance benefit shall receive fourteen (14) hours of annual leave credited for each applicable consecutive earning period.

Sick Leave:
Each employee earns (96) hours (12 days) of sick leave annually with no waiting period for use and unlimited accrual. Upon separation of City employment due to resignation, employee shall receive payment of all accrued sick leave at a rate of twenty-five percent (25%) of the employee's current rate of pay at time of resignation. Upon separation of employment due to retirement, employee shall receive payment of all accrued sick leave at a rate of fifty percent (50%) of the employee's current rate of pay at the time of retirement.

Sick Leave Conversion:
After completion of one (1) year of continuous, full-time employment with the City, an employee may convert their unused portion of their first six (6) days (maximum of forty-eight (48) hours) of accrued sick leave into annual leave. Conversions are subject to the following: A minimum of 96 unused sick leave hours accrued prior to hours being converted, total eligible sick leave hours to be converted shall be reduced hour-for-hour by any sick leave hours utilized during the eligible benefit period, and conversion subject to annual leave accrual cap.

Bereavement:
Qualifying City-paid Bereavement Leave as follows:
• In State = Up to 3 Days
• Out of State = Up to 5 Days

Tuition Reimbursement:
After one (1) year of full-time employment
• 100% reimbursement for a grade of A or B
• 50% reimbursement for a grade of C
• $250 books/lab reimbursement per semester

Credit Union:
We Florida Financial Bank & Credit Union - 8890 NW 44th Street, Sunrise, FL. 33351

Optional Voluntary Benefits (paid by the employee):
• Single or Family Dental Insurance Coverage
• Single or Family Vision Insurance Coverage
• Accident Advantage
• Life Insurance Coverage
• AD&D
• Short Term Disability
• Critical Care Protection
• Cancer Protection Assurance
• MissionSquare Retirement Compensation Programs
o 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
o 401(a) Governmental Purchase Plan: Newly hired
01

Please describe your highest level of education completed. PROOF OF THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF COMPLETED EDUCATION MUST BE SUBMITTED AS AN ATTACHMENT WITH APPLICATION. (Applications without attached proof of education will not be processed for consideration.)

• No High School/GED
• High School/GED
• Some College
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctoral Degree

02

Please describe how many years of experience you possess in general building and mechanical maintenance and repair work?

• No Experience
• Inexperienced (Less than 6 months)
• Basic (6 months - 1 year)
• Reasonable (1 - 3 years)
• Considerable (4 - 6 years)
• Extensive (7 - 9 years)
• Broad (10+ years)

03

Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

04

If yes, please provide Driver's License number and Date of Issue:
Required Question