Wastewater Collections Maintenance Tech Trainee (Or Certified)
About The Position
This is an entry-level position assisting with construction and maintenance of wastewater collection systems, primarily working with water infrastructure in public rights-of-way and easements. The position involves maintaining gravity sewer laterals and mains, sewer force mains, Airvac collection systems, lift station and Airvac station panels, and reclaimed water distribution systems. The employee uses hand and power tools, gas-powered equipment, electronic devices, and a District vehicle, and performs field, equipment, and housekeeping tasks. The candidate must live within 10 miles of the Englewood Water District office to qualify because of emergency on-call requirements. The role includes responding to after-hours, weekend, and holiday emergencies within 30 minutes while on call. District employees may also be recalled around the clock for emergency response operations, which can involve irregular hours, alternate work locations, and duties outside the regular job description. The position requires a high school diploma or acceptable equivalency diploma. A comparable amount of relevant training, education, and/or experience may be substituted. The employee must hold a valid Florida Driver's License, obtain a Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement within six months of hire, and obtain a FWPCOA Wastewater Collections Level III certification within two years of appointment. Work takes place in a dynamic environment and frequently involves outdoor weather, excessive noise, extreme heat, odors, dust, irate customers, hazardous materials, and heavy equipment. The job involves moderate physical activity, including exerting up to 80 pounds of force occasionally, up to 30 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly. Duties may require balancing, bending, climbing, crawling, crouching, handling, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, standing, stooping, and walking, as well as operating a District vehicle.
Requirements
- High school diploma from an accredited high school or acceptable equivalency diploma; comparable relevant training, education, and/or experience may be substituted.
- Valid Florida Driver's License.
- Must live within 10 miles of the Englewood Water District office to qualify, due to emergency on-call requirements.
- Obtain a Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement within six months of hire.
- Obtain FWPCOA Wastewater Collections Level III certification within two years of appointment.
- Knowledge and understanding of departmental policies and procedures.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Verbal and written communication skills and strong customer service skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively and use electronic devices such as iPads, laptops, and phones to enter work-order data.
- Ability to perform unskilled and semi-skilled manual tasks and follow instructions.
- Ability to maintain a polite disposition with the public and other employees.
- Ability to work alone with limited supervision or as part of a team.
- Ability to perform heavy manual labor in adverse conditions and work extended hours during emergencies or critical incidents.
- Ability to perform assigned work professionally and in an organized manner.
- Ability to operate a District vehicle.
Responsibilities
- Assist with repairing and installing gravity sewer laterals, gravity sewer mains, and sewer force mains.
- Assist with repairing and installing the Airvac collection system.
- Troubleshoot electrical issues in lift station and Airvac station panels.
- Assist with repairing and installing the reclaimed water distribution system.
- Report safety hazards, needed equipment repairs, and unsafe field conditions to managers.
- Perform daily vehicle checks, clean tracks, and conduct minor maintenance as needed.
- Use electronic devices to update work orders and collect data.
- Operate hand tools, power tools, and gas-powered equipment for excavation and repairs.
- Perform general housekeeping duties as required.
- Follow oral and written directions from the direct supervisor to complete assigned tasks.
- Respond to after-hours, weekend, and holiday emergencies within 30 minutes while on emergency call-out duty.
- Perform other related duties as assigned, including District-directed work during declared emergencies.
- Participate in emergency response operations when recalled, potentially working irregular hours and at alternate locations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
