Utilities Maintenance Technician - Sewer Collections

Salary : $20.68 - $35.50 Hourly

Location : Bradenton, FL

Job Type : Full-Time (Hourly)

Job Number : 25-00112

Department : Utilities Department

Opening Date : 01 / 31 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 24 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

General Information

Work Location : 4524 66th St W, Bradenton, Florida 34210

Work Hours : Monday-Friday, 7 : 00 am - 3 : 30 pm

This classification performs a variety of entry-level, semi-skilled, or skilled maintenance, construction, and / or mechanical tasks involved in the continuous operation of Manatee County's Wastewater Systems.

NOTE : DEPENDING ON QUALIFICATIONS (DOQ), POSITION LEVEL AND SALARY WILL BE BASED ON EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES.

Job Description

Essential Functions :

The Job Duties illustrated are intended only as examples of the types of work performed by incumbent(s) assigned to the classification. Omission of specific duties does not exclude them from a position.

Specific duties and levels of responsibility will be determined by the position assigned.) Duties range from performing trainee-level through skilled and lead duties related to the repair and maintenance activities in the Wastewater Sewer Collections Section.

Performs and / or assists with skilled and semi-skilled tasks in maintaining, repairing, and operating equipment and facilities associated with the County's Wastewater underground sewage gravity lines, manholes, lift stations, and force mains; performs construction layouts and establishes grades for all types of utility installations.

Performs and / or assists with operating and maintaining appropriate service equipment including Utility service trucks, backhoes, dump trucks, equipment trailers, loaders, sewer cleaning equipment, TV inspection, flushing, and sealing equipment; metal cutting and welding equipment; pipe cutters; dewatering systems; pumps; locating devices and a wide variety of powered and unpowered hand tools.

Levels II and III :

Trains new technicians in the proper use of all required equipment and serves in a "lead" capacity when required.

Performs and / or assists in supervising installations, rebuilds, and repairs of wastewater pipelines and manholes; isolates wastewater lines for repairs, inspection, or construction; forms and pours concrete; rebuilds and restores all types of roadways, curbs, and sidewalks; adjusts manhole and valve box rims and covers to grade; performs building and grounds maintenance as needed.

Reads, interprets and follows pertinent blueprints, utility maps, as-builts, and record drawings.

Performs and / or assists in organizing and preparing parts, equipment, and tools for the day's work; maintains daily work records and completes reports on work activities; ensures job site safety through traffic control and equipment location; is "competent person" on job site for purposes of confined space and excavation safety rule compliance in absence of maintenance supervisor; fills out work orders; responds to after-hours emergency repair calls.

Communicates clearly, effectively and tactfully, orally and in writing, including understanding and following oral and written instructions and other materials (i.e., manuals, schematics, maps, etc.)

Works emergency situations (including weather and other extreme conditions) as required.

Minimum Qualifications

TECH I A - III : High school graduate / equivalent. Participation in a rotating Stand-By / On-Call schedule is required.

TECH IA : No Experience Needed

TECH IB : Minimum of one (1) year (2080 hours) experience in repair and maintenance or installation of sewage system pumps and equipment in a utility or closely related system desired.

TECH II : Minimum of three (3) years (6,240 hours) of experience in repair and maintenance or installation of sewage system pumps and equipment in a utility or closely related system.

TECH III : Minimum of five (5) years (10,400 hours) of experience in repair and maintenance or installation of sewage system pumps and equipment in a utility or closely related system.

TECH IB : Class "C" Wastewater Technician Certification. Completion of two (2) Training Classes from the Career Ladder Training Class Menu

TECH II : Class "B" Wastewater Technician Certification, Completion of five (5) Training Classes from the Career Ladder Training Class Menu

TECH III : Class "A" Wastewater Technician Certification. Completion of nine (9) Training Classes from the Career Ladder Training Class Menu

TECH IA : Valid Florida Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) PERMIT with Tanker Endorsement within 90 days of hire and Valid Florida Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within twelve (12) months of hire.

TECH IB - III : Valid Florida Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

More

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

TECH II and III : Ability to effectively oversee and train others.

Knowledge of, or ability to quickly learn, wastewater pumping equipment, wastewater collection principles and practices of maintenance, repair or construction of same.

Knowledge of, or ability to quickly learn, occupational safety and health precautions associated with confined space operations; underground trenches and excavations; heavy equipment operation; traffic control; hazardous chemical and fluids handling.

Ability to distinguish colors and sounds.

Manual dexterity to operate hand and power tools.

Ability to work in small, confined structures underground and in the presence of raw sanitary sewage. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance, and up to 100 lbs. with assistance.

Skill in the operation and maintenance of tools and equipment assigned.

Additional incentive pay for working in the Wastewater Collections section :

Tech I A : $0.50 / hour

Tech I B - Tech II : $1.00 / hour

Tech III : $1.50 / hour

Veterans Preference

In accordance with Florida Statute 295.07, F.S., Chapter 55A-7, priority consideration in employment will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled veterans. Applicants claiming preference must provide a DD Form 214 or other acceptable documentation with their application. We are committed to honoring the service and sacrifices of our veterans and their families.

EEO / ADA Statement

Manatee County Government is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at 941-748-4501 x 3865.

Drug-Free Workplace

Manatee County Government is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.

Emergency Response / Recovery Activities

All employees may be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

Full Time Positions

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) :

• ComPsych- offers all employees and their family members with emotional, financial, legal, and work / life balance support.

LAMP counselors available for personal support including emotional, substance abuse, marital, and financial issues.

Five (5) free visits annually for employees and covered family members.

Wellbeing Benefits :

On-site Fitness Centers for you and your dependents with 24 / 7 access

Personal Training (5 Free per year)

Pharmacy Technician

Group Fitness Classes

Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy Management

Diabetes Care Program

Registered Dietician (5 Free per year)

Massages with licensed therapist (small copay)

Miscellaneous Benefits :

Training / Seminars

Premium Pay Differentials / Career Ladders

Government employee discounts at many retailers and attractions

Access to Manatee County Library Services (books, digital services, tools, museum passes).

Paid Time Off :

Three (3) Personal Holidays

Personal Sick Leave

Family Sick Leave

Sick Leave Bank (Donated Hours)

Professional Medical Appointment Leave

Bereavement Leave

Military Leave

Military Training Leave

FMLA

Vacation Award : Applies to employees regulary sceduled to work 8 hours per day / 40 hours per week.

Years of Service Vacation Days

0-5 16.25 days

6-10 19.50 days

11 22.75 days

Insurance :

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Prescription Insurance

Life Insurance (6 times salary at low cost)

Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance

Retirement :

457b Tax Deferred and ROTH account options through Voya.

FRS Webinars

Free financial guidance with licensed, non-commissioned financial planner

Career Wellness :

Instructor-Led and eLearning Training

Premium Pay Differentials / Career Ladders

Career Counseling

Toastmasters

Networking Membership (Manatee Chamber of Commerce, Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance)

Employee Recognition Programs with monetary and time-off awards

Education Benefits :

Continuing Education support through Training / Seminars and Premium Pay Differentials / Career Ladder.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Flexible Spending Account :

Permanent Part Time - Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) :

Miscellaneous Benefits :

Paid Time Off :

per pay-period basis, any work schedule less that this will be earned on

a pro-rated basis

VERY IMPORTANT - When answering supplemental questions about experience, education or certification, please be sure the information is reflected in the Education, Work Experience and Certificates and Licenses sections of your application.

Must include Monthly Salary, Name of Employer, Location, Phone Number and Duties for each employer in Work Experience.

Note : "See Resume" is not acceptable.

Identify all gaps not related to medical reasons.

If you are claiming Veteran's Preference, please check category of eligibility

Which level of education have you achieved?

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY : Do you possess a valid Class "A "CDL with Tanker endorsement? IF NOT, you must obtain a FLORIDA Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) PERMIT within in 90 days of hire and obtain a valid FLORIDA Class "A" CDL within six (6) months of hire?

How many years of experience with repair and maintenance or installation of sewage system pumps and equipment in a utility or closely related system do you have?

Please describe your specific prior experience with plumbing, construction, mechanical repairs or underground utilities. If no experience, please type : "None".

This is a physically demanding job, climbing ladders into excavation pits 18 ft. or deeper, digging with shovels, lifting 50 lbs. on your own; maintaining our sewer system, by installing cleanouts, televising sewer lines, making repairs on the sewer system, working in wet and muddy conditions, working in heat, rain, etc. We work cohesively as a team and the right candidate for this position will be able to perform these functions with a group or with little to no assistance. Do you have any physical limitations that would make any of these tasks difficult?

Please describe any specific experience operating CCTV equipment or sewer main cleaning equipment. If none, please type "none".

Required Question

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