Well Maintenance Technician

Job Title

Technical work maintaining and repairing raw water wells. Work is performed under general supervision.

Essential Job Duties

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Operate and maintain all wells.
• Operate and maintain expensive instrumentation equipment.
• Operate, maintain, clean, repair and service well equipment as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

High school graduation or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma. Two (2) years mechanical experience. Knowledge of operation and maintenance of wells. Technical, mechanical and mathematical knowledge. Ability to read and understand as-builds, schematics and diagrams. Ability to follow and understand written and oral instructions. Ability to communicate with public and fellow employees. Ability to work in a confined space and to perform manual work in various conditions. Skill in repair of various equipment. Skill in trouble shooting of wells.

Must possess a valid Florida Driver's license with good driving record. A comparable amount of training, education or experience can be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Supplemental Information

Physical Demands/Work Environment: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Physical Skills: Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction). Acceptable hearing (with or without hearing aid). Heavy (45 pounds and over) lifting and carrying. Reaching, climbing, distinguishing colors. Pulling, walking, standing, crawling, kneeling, bending, stooping and driving. In or moving vehicles

Environmental Conditions: Works inside and outside in various weather conditions with noise, dust, fumes, gases, chemicals, solvents, grease or oils, electrical energy, slippery and/or uneven surfaces, and odors. Heights (up to 60 feet) or below ground level. Vibrations, poor lighting.

Selection Guidelines: Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests might be required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement with the employer, and requirements of the job change.