Cleaning and Inspect Crew - Skilled Trades Worker I (Wastewater) - R15727

Cleaning And Inspect Crew - Skilled Trades Worker I (Wastewater)

Sarasota County Government has an opportunity for a Cleaning and Inspect Crew - Skilled Trades Worker I (Wastewater). This position incorporates advanced skilled work in the maintenance, construction, and repair of utility and stormwater mains, equipment and facilities.

Job Description:

Stormwater Operations

Locates and performs installation, maintenance, and repair to the enclosed and open Stormwater drainage conveyance system and their appurtenances.

Performs roadway and right-of-way restoration relating to completed utility maintenance and repairs.

Equipment Operation

Operates specialized equipment, such as vacuum trucks, sewer flushing devices, rodding equipment, jetting equipment, television evaluation equipment, open-channel flow meters and other related equipment used in wastewater and storm water collection system maintenance, including relief of storm and sanitary sewer stoppages, cleaning of lines, maintenance of manholes, catch basins (structures), and investigation of inflow and infiltration.

Operates additional specialized equipment, such as backhoes, trenchers, tapping machines, boring machines and other related equipment required to install, maintain and repair utility system mains, services and their appurtenances, including tapping of water mains and installing new water services.

General Duties

Responds to customer complaints relating to the utility and storm water systems, including water leaks, water quality concerns, sewer stoppages, Stormwater backups and odors.

Maintains equipment and vehicles as assigned.

Completes and submits work orders relating to all work performed in a professional and timely fashion.

Responds to emergency situations as required.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Minimum Qualifications:

A High School Diploma or its equivalent and two (2) years of experience in the construction, maintenance and repair of utility water distribution, stormwater conveyance systems and wastewater collection systems.

-OR- If no experience, but willing to learn, we will accept as a "trainee" with less than two (2) years.

Possession of a valid Florida Driver's License at time of appointment.

Must acquire Class "B" Commercial Driver's License or higher CDL with tanker endorsement within six (6) months from date of hire.

Physical Demands: Must frequently lift and/or move up to or more than 50 pounds.

Subject to Passing Substance Screening: This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment in any class for a period of five (5) years.

Pay Range: $17.18 (Step 1) - $18.78 (Step 4)

This Posting is currently Open Until Filled