Utilities Field Technician

Schroeder-Manatee Ranch•Lakewood Ranch, FL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Utilities Field Technician assists the Braden River Utilities Field Manager with utility locates and the maintenance and operation of property and equipment owned and operated by Braden River Utilities, along with miscellaneous tasks as needed. The role provides utility locates and responds to field locate tickets, supports pump station and well pump system operations and maintenance, takes flow meter readings, and helps maintain utility lines and sites. The technician also helps maintain equipment, keep records, implement repairs, and inspect Soil Moisture Sensor installations, while following company safety guidelines and producing high-quality work. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with a half-hour lunch. Other hours may be needed, including occasional support for special functions, weekends, and evenings. The position is on call after hours. Work is primarily outdoors in hot, cold, damp, and dirty conditions. Applicants must have a valid U.S. driver's license; a valid Florida driver's license is also listed among the skills and abilities. The employer offers competitive salary commensurate with skills and experience and benefit plans for full-time employees. Employment is contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment drug test, and the employer's drug-free workplace policy includes reasonable-suspicion, post-accident, and random testing.

Requirements

Knowledge and application of industrial electrical work, plumbing, and pipe fitting.
Knowledge of and ability to operate pump stations and well pump systems.
Prior experience with a variety of maintenance tasks.
Ability to select and use appropriate equipment for required tasks.
Ability to work independently and efficiently.
Good public relations and communication skills; ability to communicate effectively.
Valid U.S. driver's license; a valid Florida driver's license is also specified.
Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to lift up to 80 pounds.
Ability to use computers and mobile devices.
Highly motivated and able to work independently.
Successfully pass a pre-employment drug test if offered a job.

Responsibilities

Provide utility locates and field locates as required by Florida Sunshine Services.
Review and respond to field locate tickets as required by Florida Sunshine Services.
Assist with operation and maintenance of Braden River Utilities pump stations and well pump systems.
Assist with taking flow meter readings and completing Braden River Utilities data.
Assist with maintenance and blow-off of Braden River Utilities main lines.
Assist with maintenance of pump station and well site properties.
Follow company safety guidelines.
Assist with maintenance, record keeping, and storage of company equipment.
Assist with implementing equipment repairs.
Take pride in work performed and produce a high-quality end product.
Assist with inspection of Soil Moisture Sensor installations.
Perform miscellaneous tasks as they occur and provide support for special functions as needed.