Manatee County (Fl) Bradenton , FL 34205
Posted 2 weeks ago
General Information
Location: 4530 66th St. W., Bradenton, FL 34210
Days and Hours: Monday
Friday
7:00am
3:30pm
This classification provides support services for Water Distribution, Sewer Collections, Lift Stations, Water Treatment Plant, Wastewater Plants, or Maintenance and Field Forces maintenance crews. Work involves a thorough understanding of materials, parts, practices and equipment utilized in underground utilities and plant maintenance.
Working Conditions
Indoor/outdoor situation; high noise environment while performing certain responsibilities. Lifting equipment up to 50 lbs. alone; up to 100 lbs. with assistance.
Job Description
Essential Functions
These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
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.
Performs as safety coordinator for the section. Develops safety training programs for repair crews; prepares reports on safety meetings; acquires and maintains pertinent regulations and information to support the safety program.
Provides traffic control and field work as necessary.
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.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent certificate of competency.
Minimum of two (2) years' experience in water/wastewater underground utilities or plant maintenance.
Possession of a Valid Florida Class CDL driver's license, or ability to obtain within six (6) months 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.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
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Experience with use of spreadsheet and/or database computer software highly desired.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
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.
Full Time Positions
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.
Five (5) free visits annually for employees and covered family members.
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
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 service, including GED reimbursement.
Continuing Education support through Training/Seminars and Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladder.
Public Safety Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Flexible Spending Account:
Permanent Part Time
Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
Miscellaneous Benefits:
Workers' Compensation
Training/Seminars
Fitness Center Access for employee only
FRS options
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
Paid Time Off and Leaves of Absence are based on an 8 hrs./day
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VERY IMPORTANT - When answering supplemental questions about experience, education or certification, please be sure the information is reflected in the Education, Work Experience and Certificates and Licenses sections of your application.
Must include Monthly Salary, Name of Employer, Location, Phone Number and Duties for each employer in Work Experience.
Note: "See Resume" is not acceptable.
Identify all gaps not related to medical reasons.
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If you are claiming Veteran's Preference, please check category of eligibility
A disabled veteran who is eligible for receiving compensation under public law administered by Department of Veteran's Affairs and Department of Defense
The spouse of a veteran who cannot qualify for employment because of total and permanent service-connected disability, or spouse of a veteran missing in action, captured or forcefully detained by a foreign power
A wartime veteran who has served at least 1 day during a wartime period (active duty for training may not be eligible)
An un-remarried widow or widower of a Veteran who died of a service-connected disability
The mother, father, legal guardian, or un-remarried widow or widower of a service member who died as a result of military service under combat-related conditions as verified by the U.S. Department of Defense
A current member of any reserve component for the United States Armed Forces or the Florida National Guard
A veteran with a "Honorable" discharge (Active duty for training may not be allowed for eligibility)
Not claiming Veteran's Preference
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Which level of education have you achieved?
No high school equivalency
High school graduate/equivalent
Associates degree
Bachelors degree
Masters degree
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How many years of experience in water/wastewater underground utilities or plant maintenance do you have?
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Please describe your specific experience performing warehouse, inventory related duties? If none, please type "None".
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Please describe your specific experience with the purchasing process for the acquisition of goods/services? If none, please type "None".
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Please describe your specific experience working for a utility system or a utility contractor. If none, please type "None".
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WITH assistance are you able to lift up to 50 lbs?
Yes
No
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Are you able to perform physical work requiring the ability to kneel, bend, stoop, crawl, reach, push, pull, climb and descend steps, ladders, etc.?
Yes
No
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Do you possess, or have the ABILITY to obtain within six (6) months of employment: Class "CDL" Drivers License?
I possess a CDL Drivers License
Yes, I can obtain above License in the time frame stated
No, I can NOT obtain above the License within the time frame stated
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Do you possess, or have the ABILITY to obtain within One (1) year of employment: "Confined Space Entry" Certification?
I possess a "Confined Space Entry" Certification
Yes, I can obtain above certification within the time frame stated
READ CAREFULLY - No, I can NOT obtain above certification within the time frame stated
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Do you have a Class certification as a Water Distribution Technician or Wastewater Collection Technician, or ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire
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Do you have a Forklift Operator Certification, or the ability to obtain the certification within one (1) year of employment?
Required Question
Agency Manatee County Government
Address
Manatee County (Fl)