Manatee County Government, Work That Matters · 1 day ago
Utilities Support Technician - Lift Stations
Bradenton, FL
Part-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$19.51/hr - $24.38/hr
2+ years expManatee County Government is dedicated to providing essential services to the community. They are seeking a Utilities Support Technician to provide support services for water distribution, sewer collections, and maintenance crews, ensuring the effective operation of specialized equipment and inventory management.
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Responsibilities
Services and maintains various types of specialized equipment utilized by underground utilities and plant maintenance crews, which includes pumps, hydraulic/pneumatic tools, pipe tapping machines, pipe cutting saws, jack and bore machines, and pipe locating, traffic control, gas detection, safety, etc., equipment
Maintains inventory control of equipment, tools, uniforms, and section supplies, issuing as needed; maintains records of maintenance, orders and use on a computerized inventory/work management system
Fabricates special barricades, signs, special tools, fittings, pipe, etc., hauls materials and equipment for field crews as necessary
Assists with maintenance of section records, maps, and files; provides information to field/plant crews obtained by researching maps and records, which includes identifying locations of valves, hydrants, pump stations, manholes, water, and wastewater line locations
Assists with dispatching emergency repair calls to repair crews and handling customer calls
Initiates procurement of materials supplies and equipment, which includes working with contractors and vendors, obtaining preliminary quotes, preparing specifications and requisitions as needed; locates suppliers and vendors for specialty supplies and equipment
Conducts random and periodic inspections of equipment, supplies and tools for quantity and physical condition
Receives and ships chemicals, equipment, etc., including unloading trucks
Performs other related work (including weather or other extreme emergency duties) as required
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent certificate of competency
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Class “A” Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a Tanker Endorsement OR obtain a Class “A” Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) with a Tanker Endorsement prior to employment and obtain the full CDL within one (1) year of hire
Possession of a Class certification as a Water Distribution Technician or Wastewater Collection Technician, or ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire
Ability to obtain Forklift and Confined Space certifications within one (1) year of hire
Knowledge of materials, parts, fittings, electrical components, and specialized equipment utilized in water/wastewater underground utilities or plant maintenance
Knowledge of applicable occupational safety and health rules, precautions and safety equipment relating to underground utility or plant work
Ability to establish and maintain effective records for parts and equipment inventory and asset management
Ability to read, understand and communicate pertinent information from available record drawings, as-builts, sketches and other records
Ability to develop and maintain harmonious relationships with vendors, customers, support repair crews, supervisors, and others
Ability to climb and descend ladders and stairs
Ability to work overtime and weekend hours as required
Ability to safely operate a forklift and obtain Forklift certification within one (1) year of hire
Ability to obtain Confined Space certification within one (1) year of hire
Skills in spreadsheet and/or database computer software
Skill in operation of transport vehicles and trailers, and ability to load and operate dump trucks
Preferred
Experience with use of spreadsheet and/or database computer software highly desired
Two (2) years' experience in water/wastewater underground utilities or plant maintenance desired
Benefits
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.
Wellbeing Benefits: • Wellness/Health Coaches (5 Free per year)
• 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: • Workers’ Compensation
• 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: • 12 Paid Holidays including New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
• 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
• Earn an additional day of vacation every six (6) consecutive months of no sick leave.
Insurance: • Award-winning Health Plan with deductibles as low as $0.
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Prescription Insurance
• Life Insurance (6 times salary at low cost)
• Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
Retirement: • Florida Retirement System (FRS) with Pension Plan and Investment Plan options.
• 457b Tax Deferred and ROTH account options through Voya.
• FRS Webinars
• Free financial guidance with licensed, non-commissioned financial planner
Career Wellness: • Professional Leadership Programs
• 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: • Tuition Reimbursement eligible after six (6) months of Public Service, including GED reimbursement.
• Continuing Education support through Training/Seminars and Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladder.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Flexible Spending Account: • Options for Health Care and Dependent Care Spending Accounts providing pre-tax savings.
Company
Manatee County Government, Work That Matters
Manatee County Government has made quality customer service to you, our customers – Manatee residents, business owners and visitors – our top priority.
1001-5000 employees
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