Utilities Service Worker- Wastewater Collection

Indian River County Board of County Commissioners • Vero Beach, FL

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About The Position

Performs a variety of maintenance, construction, and repair activities involving utility mains and facilities, with a focus on wastewater collection systems. This semiskilled position works under the direct supervision of the immediate supervisor and crew leader. No prior experience is required; on-the-job training is provided to obtain required licenses. Overtime opportunities are available, and the worker responds to after-hours calls when serving on-call.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Possess, or obtain within six months of hire, a valid Florida Class A Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP).
• Possess, or obtain within eighteen months of hire, a valid Florida Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Possess, or obtain within eighteen months of hire, a Class C Wastewater Collection Certificate.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, practices, and equipment used in pipe fitting.
• Knowledge of the construction and repair of utility facilities.
• Knowledge of water and sewer systems.
• Ability to work from sketches, maps, and blueprints.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Good physical ability and strength for heavy lifting and carrying.
• Ability to work under adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to operate power tools and equipment used to install, maintain, or repair utility mains and services.
• Ability to work on-call.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs to wastewater collection systems.
• Install and maintain service lines.
• Operate a variety of trucks and equipment.
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools.
• Respond to after-hours calls when serving on-call.

Benefits

• 11 paid holidays per year.
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Retirement with Florida Retirement System (FRS).
• 457b Deferred Compensation Plan.
• Overtime opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED