Utilities Maintenance Technician - Sewer Collections

Manatee County Government•Bradenton, FL

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Manatee County Government is hiring a Utilities Maintenance Technician in its Wastewater Sewer Collections Section. This classification performs entry-level through skilled and lead maintenance, construction, and mechanical work supporting the continuous operation of the County's wastewater systems. Duties include maintaining, repairing, and operating underground gravity sewer lines, manholes, lift stations, force mains, related facilities, and equipment, individually or as part of a team. Position level and salary depend on qualifications. The role is physically demanding and can involve climbing into excavation pits up to 18 feet deep, digging, lifting, and working in wet or hot conditions. Work may take place indoors or outdoors, in varying climates, with exposure to high noise levels, confined underground structures, and raw sanitary sewage. A rotating standby/on-call schedule is required, and employees may respond to after-hours emergency repairs. Employees may also be assigned emergency or disaster response duties before, during, or after an emergency. The position requires a high school diploma or recognized equivalent at all technician levels. Experience and certification requirements vary by level. A valid Florida Class A Commercial Driver's License with Tanker Endorsement is required, or a Class A Commercial Learner's Permit with specified endorsements before a conditional offer; the full CDL must be obtained within 120 days of hire.

Requirements

High school diploma or recognized equivalent.
Tech IA: No experience required.
Tech IB: One year (2,080 hours) of experience in repair, maintenance, or installation of sewage-system pumps and equipment in a utility or closely related system is desired.
Tech II: Three years (6,240 hours) of experience in repair, maintenance, or installation of sewage-system pumps and equipment in a utility or closely related system.
Tech III: Five years (10,400 hours) of experience in repair, maintenance, or installation of sewage-system pumps and equipment in a utility or closely related system.
Tech IB: Class C Wastewater Technician Certification and completion of two Career Ladder Training Classes.
Tech II: Class B Wastewater Technician Certification and completion of five Career Ladder Training Classes.
Tech III: Class A Wastewater Technician Certification and completion of nine Career Ladder Training Classes.
Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered.
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement, or obtain a Class A CLP with General Knowledge, Combination Vehicle, Air Brakes, and Tanker endorsements before a conditional offer. The full CDL must be obtained within 120 days of hire.
Participation in a rotating standby/on-call schedule is required.
For 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 maintenance, repair, and construction practices.
Knowledge of, or ability to quickly learn, safety precautions related to confined-space operations, underground trenches and excavations, heavy equipment, traffic control, and hazardous chemicals and fluids.
Ability to distinguish colors and sounds and to operate hand and power tools with manual dexterity.
Ability to work in small, confined underground structures and around raw sanitary sewage.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
Skill in operating and maintaining assigned tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

Perform or assist with skilled and semi-skilled maintenance, repair, and operation of equipment and facilities associated with wastewater gravity lines, manholes, lift stations, and force mains.
Perform construction layouts and establish grades for utility installations.
Operate and maintain service vehicles and equipment, including utility service trucks, backhoes, dump trucks, trailers, loaders, sewer-cleaning and inspection equipment, flushing and sealing equipment, metal-cutting and welding equipment, pipe cutters, dewatering systems, pumps, locating devices, and hand tools.
Train new technicians in proper equipment use and serve in a lead capacity when required (Levels II and III).
Perform or assist with supervision of wastewater pipeline and manhole installations, rebuilds, and repairs.
Isolate wastewater lines for repairs, inspection, or construction.
Form and pour concrete; rebuild and restore roadways, curbs, and sidewalks; adjust manhole and valve-box rims and covers to grade; and perform building and grounds maintenance as needed.
Read, interpret, and follow blueprints, utility maps, as-builts, and record drawings.
Organize and prepare parts, equipment, and tools for daily work; maintain daily work records; complete reports and work orders.
Ensure job-site safety through traffic control and equipment placement; serve as the competent person for confined-space and excavation safety compliance when the maintenance supervisor is absent.
Respond to after-hours emergency repair calls.
Communicate clearly and tactfully, understand and follow oral and written instructions, and use manuals, schematics, maps, and other materials.
Perform other related duties as assigned, including emergency or disaster response activities when required.