Manatee County, FL

Performs or assists with skilled and semi-skilled tasks in maintaining, repairing, and operating equipment and facilities, such as the following: wells, pump stations, underground sewage gravity lines, manholes, lift stations, force mains, high pressure water transmission mains (56" to 3/4" diameter), local distribution lines, services, meters, and fire hydrants.. Knowledge of water and wastewater treatment and pumping equipment, water distribution and wastewater collection principles, and practices of maintenance, repair or construction of same, commensurate with experience.. Knowledge of safety and health precautions associated with confined space operations, underground trenches and excavations, heavy equipment operation, traffic control, mechanical and chemical equipment repair, electrical and internal combustion driven machinery, and hazardous chemical and fluids handling, commensurate with experience.. ComPsych- offers all employees and their family members with emotional, financial, legal, and work/life balance support.. Please describe any specific experience operating heavy equipment which may include backhoe/track hoe, loader, skid steer, and or a directional bore machine for underground directional boring.

maintenance technician

Salary: $18.69 - $31.61 Hourly Location : Bradenton, FL Job Type: Full-Time (Hourly) Job Number: 24-00440 Department: UTILITIES DEPARTMENT Opening Date: 06/14/2024 Closing Date: 6/24/2024 11:59 PM Eastern General Information Work Location: 4524 66th St. W., Bradenton, FL 34210 Work Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm Rotating Standby / On-Call Required Starting Pay: $18.69 + $0.50 (DOQ) = $19.19 This incentive is reflected in the salary range for this position. Tech IA: $.50/hour Tech IB - Tech II: $1.00/hour Tech III: $1.50/hour Performs a variety of entry level to skilled maintenance, construction, and mechanical tasks (depending on qualifications) to ensure the continuous operation of Manatee County's Water and/or Wastewater Systems. Working Conditions: Indoor/Outdoor work environment. Work requires strenuous physical exertion and/or physical strain, sometimes under adverse conditions or in inclement weather. High noise environment while performing certain responsibilities. Lifting equipment or materials up to 80 lbs. alone; up to 100 lbs. with assistance. Able to climb and descend steps and ladders. Able to kneel, bend, stoop, crawl, reach, push, and pull. Able to see, including identifying colors. Able to hear. Able to work in small, confined structures underground and in the presence of raw sanitary sewage. Able to traverse uneven or rugged terrain. Regularly required to drive county vehicles as part of the duties of this job. Periodically required to work other than normal business hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Job Description Essential FunctionsThese are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed and does not exclude them from a position if the duties are similar, related or a logical assignment of the position. Performs entry level to skilled and lead duties (depending on qualifications) related to repair and maintenance activities in the Sewer Collections Section of the County's Water and/or Wastewater Treatment facilities. Performs or assists with skilled and semi-skilled tasks in maintaining, repairing, and operating equipment and facilities, such as the following: wells, pump stations, underground sewage gravity lines, manholes, lift stations, force mains, high pressure water transmission mains (56" to 3/4" diameter), local distribution lines, services, meters, and fire hydrants. Performs construction layouts and establishes grades for all types of utility installations. Performs or assists in operation and maintenance of service equipment including utility service trucks, backhoes, dump trucks, equipment trailers, loaders, sewer cleaning equipment, flushing and sealing equipment, metal cutting and welding equipment, hydraulic and pneumatic presses, tapping machines, valve operators and wrenches, trenching machines, boring machines, pipe cutters, dewatering systems, pumps, alignment tools, and locating and leak detection devices, as well as a variety of powered and unpowered hand tools. Performs or assists with installations, rebuilds, and repairs of water and wastewater pipelines, manholes, vaults, valves, fire hydrants, meters, and backflow preventors. Isolates water and wastewater lines for repairs, inspection, or construction. Forms and pours concrete. Rebuilds and restores roadways, curbs, and sidewalks. Adjusts manhole and valve box rims and covers to grade. Installs, rebuilds, and repairs pumps, chemical feed equipment, electrical generators, and other mechanical equipment in the County's water and wastewater plants, water storage reservoirs, well fields, and pump stations. Performs building and grounds maintenance as needed. Organizes and prepares parts, equipment, and tools for the day's work. Maintains daily work records and completes reports on work activities. Completes work orders. Performs all work in accordance with applicable rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and technical and safety standards. Ensures job site safety through traffic control and equipment location. Reads, interprets, and follows pertinent blueprints, utility maps, as-builts, and record drawings. Technician III acts as "competent person" on job site for purposes of confined space and excavation safety rule compliance in absence of a maintenance supervisor. Technician III may train new technicians in the proper use of required equipment and serve in a "lead" capacity when required. Works emergency situations (including weather and other extreme conditions) as required; responds to after-hours emergency repair calls as assigned. Performs other duties as requested. Minimum Qualifications All levels require high school diploma or equivalent. Participation in a rotating stand-by/on-call schedule required. All levels require valid driver license with valid Florida driver license prior to start date. Tech IA must have valid Florida Class "A" CDL Permit with written Air Brakes, Tanker, Combination, and General Knowledge tests within 90 days of hire. Tech IA must obtain valid Florida Class "A" Commercial Driver License (CDL) with tanker endorsement within twelve (12) months of hire. All other levels require valid Florida Class "A" Commercial Driver License (CDL) with tanker endorsement. Experience Requirements: Technician IA: No previous relevant experience required. Technician IB: One or more years of experience in plumbing, construction, or mechanical repairs. Technician II: Three or more years of experience in plumbing, construction, or mechanical repairs. One year of back-hoe experience. Technician III:Five or more years of experience in plumbing, construction, or mechanical repairs. Three years of back-hoe experience. Previous lead or supervisory experience desired. All Levels: Previous experience in repair/maintenance of water/wastewater distribution utility systems and pipe laying, operating heavy earth moving equipment, and operating directional bore machine desired. Certification Requirements: Tech 1B: Level 3 Distribution Systems Operator License within 18 months of hire. Confined Space Certification within 1 year of hire. Teaching and Shoring Certification within 1 year of hire. Temporary Traffic Control Certificate within 1 year of hire. Technician II: Level 2 Distribution Systems Operator License. Technician III: Level 1 Distribution Systems Operator License. More Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Able to prioritize tasks, deal effectively with competing and changing priorities, and meet deadlines. Accurate, detail-oriented, and organized. Able to resolve situations and problems of a nature and complexity commensurate with experience. Knowledge of water and wastewater treatment and pumping equipment, water distribution and wastewater collection principles, and practices of maintenance, repair or construction of same, commensurate with experience. Knowledge of safety and health precautions associated with confined space operations, underground trenches and excavations, heavy equipment operation, traffic control, mechanical and chemical equipment repair, electrical and internal combustion driven machinery, and hazardous chemical and fluids handling, commensurate with experience. Good knowledge and understanding of regulatory and safety compliance necessary to successfully perform job responsibilities. Good knowledge and understanding of computer systems and software applications required to perform job duties. Good verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills in order to interact professionally and effectively with staff, management, and other stakeholders. Able to understand and follow verbal instructions and written materials (i.e., manuals, schematics, and maps). Able to explain facts, policies, and practices. Able to read, write, and speak English. Able to understand and follow oral or written directions communicated in English. Additional incentive pay for working in the Wastewater Collections section: Tech IA: $.50/hour Tech IB - Tech II: $1.00/hour Tech III: $1.50/hour This incentive is reflected in the salary range for this position. Veterans Preference In accordance with Florida Statute 295.07, F.S., Chapter 55A-7, priority consideration in employment will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled veterans. Applicants claiming preference must provide a DD Form 214 or other acceptable documentation with their application. We are committed to honoring the service and sacrifices of our veterans and their families. EEO/ADA Statement Manatee County Government is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at 941-748-4501 x 3865. Drug-Free Workplace Manatee County Government is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law. Emergency Response/Recovery Activities All employees may be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. Full Time Positions Employee Assistance Program (EAP): <ul> <li>ComPsych- offers all employees and their family members with emotional, financial, legal, and work/life balance support. <li>LAMP counselors available for personal support including emotional, substance abuse, marital, and financial issues. <li>Five (5) free visits annually for employees and covered family members.</li></li></li></ul> Wellbeing Benefits: <ul> <li>Wellness/Health Coaches (5 Free per year) <li>On-site Fitness Centers for you and your dependents with 24/7 access <li>Personal Training (5 Free per year) <li>Pharmacy Technician <li>Group Fitness Classes <li>Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy Management <li>Diabetes Care Program <li>Registered Dietician (5 Free per year) <li>Massages with licensed therapist (small copay)</li></li></li></li></li></li></li></li></li></ul> Miscellaneous Benefits: <ul> <li>Workers' Compensation <li>Training/Seminars <li>Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladders <li>Government employee discounts at many retailers and attractions <li>Access to Manatee County Library Services (books, digital services, tools, museum passes).</li></li></li></li></li></ul> Paid Time Off: <ul> <li>12 Paid Holidays including New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. <li>Three (3) Personal Holidays <li>Personal Sick Leave <li>Family Sick Leave <li>Sick Leave Bank (Donated Hours) <li>Professional Medical Appointment Leave <li>Bereavement Leave <li>Military Leave <li>Military Training Leave <li>FMLA</li></li></li></li></li></li></li></li></li></li></ul> 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 <ul> <li>Earn an additional day of vacation every six (6) consecutive months of no sick leave.</li></ul> Insurance: <ul> <li>Award-winning Health Plan with deductibles as low as $0. <li>Dental Insurance <li>Vision Insurance <li>Prescription Insurance <li>Life Insurance (6 times salary at low cost) <li>Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance</li></li></li></li></li></li></ul> Retirement: <ul> <li>Florida Retirement System (FRS) with Pension Plan and Investment Plan options. <li>457b Tax Deferred and ROTH account options through Voya. <li>FRS Webinars <li>Free financial guidance with licensed, non-commissioned financial planner</li></li></li></li></ul> Career Wellness: <ul> <li>Professional Leadership Programs <li>Instructor-Led and eLearning Training <li>Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladders <li>Career Counseling <li>Toastmasters <li>Networking Membership (Manatee Chamber of Commerce, Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance) <li>Employee Recognition Programs with monetary and time-off awards</li></li></li></li></li></li></li></ul> Education Benefits: <ul> <li>Tuition Reimbursement eligible after six (6) months of service, including GED reimbursement. <li>Continuing Education support through Training/Seminars and Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladder. <li>Public Safety Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)</li></li></li></ul> Flexible Spending Account: <ul> <li>Options for Health Care and Dependent Care Spending Accounts providing pre-tax savings.</li></ul> Permanent Part Time - Benefits 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. 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 80/hrs. per pay-period basis, any work schedule less that this will be earned on a pro-rated basis 01 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. <ul> <li>I acknowledge the above statement</li> </ul> 02 If you are claiming Veteran's Preference, please check category of eligibility <ul> <li>A disabled veteran who is eligible for receiving compensation under public law administered by Department of Veteran's Affairs and Department of Defense</li> <li>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</li> <li>A wartime veteran who has served at least 1 day during a wartime period (active duty for training may not be eligible)</li> <li>An un-remarried widow or widower of a Veteran who died of a service-connected disability</li> <li>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</li> <li>A current member of any reserve component for the United States Armed Forces or the Florida National Guard</li> <li>A veteran with a "Honorable" discharge (Active duty for training may not be allowed for eligibility)</li> <li>Not claiming Veteran's Preference</li> </ul> 03 Which level of education have you achieved? <ul> <li>No high school equivalency</li> <li>High school graduate/equivalent</li> <li>Associates degree</li> <li>Bachelors degree</li> <li>Masters degree</li> </ul> 04 How many years of experienced in plumbing, construction, or mechanical repairs do you have? <ul> <li>None</li> <li>1 year</li> <li>2 years</li> <li>3 years</li> <li>4 years</li> <li>5 years</li> <li>6+ years</li> </ul> 05 Are you willing and able to participate in a "standby/on-call" schedule? <ul> <li>Yes</li> <li>No</li> </ul> 06 Are you willing and able to work hours outside of the normal scheduled workday including after-hours, weekends, holidays, and emergency situations (including weather and other extreme conditions) when required? <ul> <li>Yes</li> <li>No</li> </ul> 07 Our section is required to provide Emergency Support Functions as part of the County's Emergency Plan. When an emergency is declared by the County Commission it is mandatory that we respond to work when called upon. Is there any reason why you would be unable to report to work in an emergency event? <ul> <li>Yes</li> <li>No</li> </ul> 08 This is a physically demanding job, climbing ladders into excavation pits 18 ft. or deeper, digging with shovels, lifting 50 lbs. on your own; maintaining our water and wastewater systems, by installing new mains, installing water/ lateral sewer services, making repairs on the water/wastewater systems, working in wet and muddy conditions, working in heat, rain, etc. We work cohesively as a team and the right candidate for this position will be able to perform these functions with a group or with little to no assistance. Do you have any physical limitations that would make any of these tasks difficult? <ul> <li>Yes</li> <li>No</li> </ul> 09 Please describe any specific experience operating heavy equipment which may include backhoe/track hoe, loader, skid steer, and or a directional bore machine for underground directional boring. If none, please type "none". Required Question

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