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Utility Line Inspector

Salary

$34.67 - $38.14 Hourly

Location

Employment Services, FL

Job Type

Full Time Regular UWUA

Job Number

3087-08

Department

Lakeland Electric

Division

ED-Engr-Utility Line Inspector 2017530000

Opening Date

05/22/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

UWUA

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF CLASS

An employee in this classification is responsible for technical work involving field inspection of electric conduit system to ensure compliance with Lakeland Electric standards. The employee will be required to perform inspections of electric lines and devices on the distribution and transmission system and issue work orders utilizing proprietary software. Locating of underground cable by utilizing maps, as-built drawings and cable locating equipment will be required at times. Work is performed under general direction of a Maintenance and Services Engineering Supervisor or a T&D Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

+ Inspects electric overhead, underground, and lighting systems such as poles, conduit, hardware, transformers, insulators, switches, wiring, etc., to ensure that all equipment is free of hazards and is in safe operating condition.

+ Accesses energized equipment and installs covers to assist electricians or contractors with installing conduit & conductors as needed inside energized equipment, etc.

+ Performs basic maintenance work and may assist line crews.

+ Creates, writes & completes basic maintenance orders & residential service orders.

+ Assists with outages as required during emergency situations

+ Assists the T&D group voluntarily after hours for planned or unplanned work.

+ Maintains accurate records of inspection programs.

+ Follows established safety procedures and uses required protective devices and equipment when in proximity of energized equipment.

+ Monitors performance to ensure compliance with necessary standards and provides necessary field support to Lakeland Electric contractors.

+ Requires daily use of iPads, computers, and various computer applications including but not limited to MS Office, ArcGIS, distribution designing software, Maximo, etc.

+ Performs inspection to ensure all materials comply with utility standard requirements and proper delivery conditions.

+ Monitors projects for conformance with Lakeland Electric plans and specifications.

+ Inspects final installation and makes a checklist of remain­ing work or problems for the contractor to correct prior to acceptance by Lakeland Electric.

+ Identifies inaccuracies in the field and communicates corrections to the ITGIS group.

+ Schedules and attends meetings and inspection events as required.

+ Provides reliable underground cable locations utilizing as-built drawings, maps, and cable locating equipment.

+ May be required to maintain accurate records for underground cable locating using the necessary Sunshine locating system.

+ May be required to participate in and/or facilitate training to support departmental or City initiatives and requirements.

+ May be required to work overtime or alternate hours as necessary for the efficient operation of the department.

+ Position designated as Mission Critical.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:

+ Performs related work as required.

+ Assists with the hiring process and training of new inspectors.

QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE)

+ A high school diploma from an accredited school or a GED.

+ Five years of experience in electric utility distribution.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

+ Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

+ Must possess and maintain a valid telephone number.

+ Experience in electric utility and power line construction and maintenance are preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

+ Thorough knowledge of high voltage personal protection and related safety procedures.

+ Ability to maintain a working relationship with external customers consisting of but not limited to engineers, contractors, and developers and maintain integrity, composure, and tact at all times.

+ Thorough knowledge of overhead and underground systems and construction procedures.

+ Ability to read and work from maps and drawings.

+ Ability to comprehend instruction manuals and technical data.

+ Ability to interpret the National Electrical Safety Code.

+ Ability to work with minimal direct supervision.

+ Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees, and other city departments.

+ Skilled in the use of computers.

+ Ability/willingness to perform work safely and to report unsafe practices/situations to the appropriate supervisor.

+ Skill in the use of underground locating equipment.

+ Ability to maintain accurate records using a locating system.

+ Ability/willingness to perform work to support the vision, mission, values, and goals of the department.

+ Ability to maintain safety precautions as required with herbicides and pesticides.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

+ Requires active work that involves walking or standing, exerting up to 51 pounds of force regularly, bending, and climbing.

+ The job risks exposure to electrical shock, wet/humid conditions, adverse weather conditions, dust/pollen, extreme noise levels, fumes and/or noxious odors, and moving machinery, including driving a motor vehicle.

+ The job requires normal visual acuity, field of vision, hearing, speaking, color perception, sense of smell, depth perception, and texture perception

All City of Lakeland positions are subject to testing (e.g. written, oral, performance, computerized, interview, and/or any combination). Candidates selected for testing will be notified via email or telephone. Please check your e-mail and telephone messages regularly, including “junk” folders. Test times and locations to be announced.

The City of Lakeland is a drug free workplace. This position is considered a mandatory testing position, which is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. All City of Lakeland positions are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing. As a condition of employment you will be required to pass the pre-employment drug test in accordance with Florida Statute 440.102.

THE CITY OF LAKELAND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/EQUAL ACCESS EMPLOYER AND A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

City of Lakeland

2024 Summary Sheet

Annual Leave

Annual leave is accumulated bi-weekly and based upon years of service as follows:

Annual leave may be taken as earned by employees hired after January 1, 1989. Employees hired prior to that date use annual leave within the calendar year following the year the leave is earned. All employees may carry over up to a maximum of twenty (20) days at the end of the calendar year. Regular part-time employees who work at least twenty (20) hours per week accrue annual leave at the rate of four (4) hours per month.*

Sick Leave

Sick rate is accrued biweekly based upon years of service and standard hour classification. Eligible for use as soon as earned. Regular part-time employees who work at least twenty (20) hours per week accrue sick leave at the rate of four (4) hours per month.

*NOTE: REGULAR employees with a working day other than eight (8) hours, please contact your supervisor regarding these policies.

Sick Leave Pool

Allows employees to receive sick leave benefits in cases involving catastrophic or long-term illnesses or injuries after all personal leave time has been depleted. Regular full-time employees contribute eight (8) hours and Regular part-time employees contribute four (4) hours on an annual basis. Employees must have completed one full year of service on or before December 31st of the calendar year enrollment; and have accumulated at least forty (40) hours of sick time (twenty (20) hours for Regular part-time employees). Participation in this program is voluntary.

For more information contact Amanda Kaiser at 834-8768

Family & Medical Leave

Federal legislation guarantees up to twelve (12) weeks per year off work under certain circumstances outlined in the policy manual. The employees must have been employed by the City for at least twelve (12) months and have at least 1,250 hours of service during the 12-month period before the requested leave. The City will continue its group life and health insurance for an employee on leave at the same level and under the same conditions that existed while the employee was working.

For more information contact Dawn Justice at 834-6038.

Pension Plan

Provision for retirement income requiring mandatory participation for full-time regular employees.

Defined Benefit Plan:

Plan C Employee 4.16%

Employer 15.66%

OR

Defined Contribution Plan:

Executives, New Hires aged 52 and older, and Fire/Police Recruits

Employee 8.5% or 11% per election upon hire

Employer 15.39%

Deferred Compensation 457 Plan:

A voluntary plan that is invested in mutual funds. The Employees' Pension Board performs the due diligence on the mutual funds. Employees may reallocate their account at any time.

Maximum contribution for 2025 is $23,500; employees age 50 or older can also add a "catch-up" amount of $7,500; employees age 60-63 can also add a "catch-up" amount of $11,250.

Additionally, a match of up to 5% of salary is offered by the City in Plan C.

Holidays

Twelve (12) holidays, includes one (1) personal floating holiday to be used at any time after three (3) months of employment and prior to the end of the calendar year.

Funeral Leave

Up to three (3) days off with pay due to death of an immediate family member (as defined in the policy manual). Up to four (4) hours off with pay may be obtained through supervisor approval to attend local funeral services of persons other than immediate family.

Jury/Witness Duty

Employees required to serve on jury duty will be relieved of responsibility for their regular work shift or portion thereof and receive full pay while serving. All fees received for such service may be retained by the employee. Employees subpoenaed to any civil or criminal court proceeding, which employee is not personally or monetarily interested, shall be paid as if engaged in regular work activities.

Military Leave

Allows for up to 240 hours in any one calendar year for annual military training without loss of pay or benefits for any employee in some type of reserve status for the United States Armed Forces. (see policy manual for additional information).

Maternity Leave

Refer to Family & Medical Leave for those employees who qualify. Others may take up to three (3) months leave of absence available upon approval of the Department Head. Employees may opt to utilize any combination of paid (sick or annual leave) or unpaid leave.

Leave of Absence Without Pay

Written requests are subject to approval by Department Head and City Manager or designee for less than ninety (90) days. Requests for more than ninety (90) days also require Civil Service Board approval for employees in a Civil Service classification.

Longevity Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Program provides employees up to $2,500 per fiscal year (October 1 through September 30) for reimbursement of tuition of approved college, university, vocational, or correspondence classes upon completion with a grade of "C" or better in credit courses only. Full reimbursement is given for courses and fees, upon approval. The program does not include reimbursement for cost of books, supplies or other related expenses.

For more information, contact Melissa Yelnick at 834-6844.

Suggestion Awards

A program designed to provide a consistent and organized method for employees to submit and be rewarded for constructive ideas for improvement. Maximum award is $1000.

For additional information, contact Employee Engagement and Development at 834-6837.

Direct Deposit of Paycheck (refer to handout in new employee folder)

An account must be established with the institution of your choice prior to signing up for direct deposit.

Uniforms/Equipment

Uniforms issued at no cost to employees for those job classifications which require them. Equipment is issued to employees at either no cost or discounted cost depending upon job classification.

Parking

Free while at work.

Break Periods

Employees may be permitted two (2), fifteen (15) minute breaks during the workday. The time shall be at the discretion of the supervisor.

For Information on Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance please contact Benefits at 834-6797.

For Information on Retirement Benefits, contact the Retirement Services Department at 834-8765 or 834-8797.

For Information on Firefighter and Police Officer Retirement Benefits, contact Foster & Foster at 239-333-4872.

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Do you possess a high school diploma or GED from an accredited school?

+ Yes

+ No

02

Do you have five years of experience in electric utility distribution?

+ Yes

+ No

03

Please provide a narrative supporting your answer to the above question. Be sure to include specific job title(s), job duties, organization(s) and the dates where the work was performed. Note: The employers and dates of employment you list here must also be included in the "Work Experience" section of this job application.

04

By clicking "Yes" below, I understand that all relevant work experience MUST be entered in the "Work Experience" section on my application. In addition, all current City of Lakeland employees must list all previous City of Lakeland work experience in the "Work Experience" section of the application. Failure to complete the "Work Experience" section will disqualify you from the application process.

+ Yes

+ No

Required Question

Employer

City of Lakeland, Civil Service

Address

500 N Lake Parker Avenue Lakeland, Florida, 33801

Phone

(863)834-8790

Website

http://www.lakelandgov.net/employmentservices