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NEOGOV · 1 month ago

Maintenance Technician (Utilities)

NEOGOV is part of Hernando County, Florida BOCC, seeking a Maintenance Technician I for their Utilities Department. The role involves performing semi-skilled labor in maintenance of grounds, buildings, and structures at water and wastewater facilities, along with operating heavy equipment and performing repairs as needed.

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Responsibilities

Operates heavy equipment as needed including tractors, forklifts, and boom truck crane
Performs daily preventive maintenance on equipment and tools according to the manufacturer’s recommendations
Utilizes heavy equipment, power tools, and hand tools in order to maintain grounds and make repairs to buildings, facilities, and utilities structures
Also performs flagging, tree work, and must work from elevated platforms with boom trucks and forklifts
Assists in the renovation, repairs, and modifications of structures, buildings, and facilities as directed
Operates heavy equipment for cleaning and resurfacing percolation ponds at wastewater facilities as required by the Department of Environmental Protection and facility operating permit
Safe and efficient operation of vehicles, heavy equipment, hand and powertools.(chainsaw, skill saw, etc.)
County employees are required to report for work during a state of emergency and are subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations which may include duties other than those specified in this job description

Qualification

Building maintenancePlumbingHeavy equipment operationDrywall repairRoof repairsBlueprint readingCPR certificationFirst Aid certificationForklift certificationAerial platform certificationFEMA NIMS certification

Required

High school graduate or equivalent (GED)
Two (2) years of experience in semi-skilled building and grounds maintenance or a combination of education and field experience
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License with a good driving record as defined by current insurance carrier
Must possess or be capable of obtaining within 90 days FEMA ICS100, ICS200 and ICS700 NIMS certification
Knowledge of all phases of maintenance, renovation, plumbing, drywall, and roof repairs
Knowledge of safe practices and techniques based on experience with and utilizing heavy equipment around co-workers
Knowledge of safe, efficient, and effective use of equipment, hand, and power tools
Knowledge of the proper use of electrical test equipment and other diagnostic tools in building and equipment maintenance
Knowledge of building codes for accessibility
Ability to read and interpret sketches and blueprints
Ability to make time and material estimates
Ability to identify safety and structural problems
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with departments, associates, and the general public

Preferred

CPR and First Aid Certifications
Forklift and aerial platform certification
Masonry certification
Confined space training

Benefits

Health care
Dental
Vision
Florida Retirement System (FRS)
Voluntary deferred compensation plans
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance
Long-term disability
Holidays
Paid time off plans

Company

NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.

H1B Sponsorship

NEOGOV has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (13)
2024 (10)
2023 (10)
2022 (18)
2021 (14)
2020 (16)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$700M
Key Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity

Leadership Team

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Shane Evangelist
CEO
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Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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