Wastewater Utilities Maintenance Apprentice or Technician

At entry level, the Apprentice performs semi-skilled field work requiring the application of acquired skills and knowledge in the installation, field maintenance and repair of general wastewater line collection systems and construction procedures; skill in the use of wastewater related equipment; and knowledge of departmental functions, policies, and procedures. Work of this class is characterized by participation in and successful completion of the Apprenticeship Training Program designed to improve the employee's knowledge of wastewater line maintenance and construction procedures and to further develop skills in the use of hand and power tools and other specialized equipment. Upon satisfactory completion of the program, the employee becomes certified at the journeyman pipe layer level and may become considered for promotion to the Wastewater Utilities Maintenance Technician position. Applicants who have already completed an equivalent program of classroom study and work experience, hold certification as a journeyman pipe layer, and have demonstrated journeyman skills and abilities, will be considered for hire directly into the more skilled Technician level.

Salary: $19.19 - $31.88 Hourly*

• The selection into a Wastewater Utilities Maintenance Apprentice or Technician, will depend upon qualifications and experience. Initial employment is customarily at entry level. The entry level for a Technician is $22.35 hourly.

Close Date: 03-03-2025 (11:59 PM)

Minimum Qualifications. Applicants must:

• Possess a valid high school diploma or GED equivalency.

• Possess and maintain a valid Driver License.

• Obtain and maintain a State of Florida Class "B" Commercial Driver License with “N” endorsement within 12 months of appointment to the position.

• Obtain and maintain the FWPCOA Wastewater Collection System Operator “C” Certification within 24 months of appointment to the position.

• Complete an 8,000 hour on-the-job-training program (including classroom training) within 72 months of appointment to the position.

• Have some experience in construction, maintenance, repair, and/or other related fields.

• Acknowledge this position is designated as Emergency Critical (EC) and if hired into the position, an applicant must be immediately available to the department before, during, and after a declared emergency and/or disaster.

Desirable Qualifications. Preferred applicants:

• Have some experience in wastewater collection system construction, maintenance, or repair.

• Have a FWPCOA Wastewater Collection System Operator “B” Certification.

• Have some experience using a computer, including keyboard and mouse.

• Are able to perform simple mathematical calculations quickly and accurately.

• Are able to prepare routine written reports of work activities.

• Are able to work under potentially hazardous conditions.

• Have graduated from the Public Works Academy.

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

For purposes of employment, re-employment, promotion, transfer or demotion, the most qualified applicants will be selected to continue in the hiring process. At this point, any prior criminal records will be verified. A prior criminal record will not necessarily disqualify a selected applicant from employment.

The City of St. Petersburg is committed to a Drug Free Workplace and compliance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) drug testing rules. Applicants may be required to successfully complete pre-employment drug testing and/or medical exams.