Sewer or Water Operations Worker/Trainee

Do you enjoy working with utility lines and pipes? Pinellas County has the ideal career opportunity!! This is semi-skilled manual labor in the construction, maintenance, and repair of Utilities Water Distribution, Sewer Collection, and Reclaimed Distribution systems. Utilities Operations workers install, repair, and maintain utility lines and pipes, including laying to proper grade, joining pipes, and working in varying depths of excavation. These Trainee Under-Fill A (Sewer or Water Operations Worker/Trainee) positions are located at: South Maintenance 6730 142nd Ave N Largo, FL 33771 or North Maintenance 3900 Dunn Drive Palm Harbor, FL 34683 Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. What Will You Do? (For both positions) Assist crew members in installing, repairing, and maintaining sewer, water, or reclaimed utility lines, including laying to proper grade, joining pipe, repairing fire hydrants, installing cleanouts, and working in various depths of excavation. Performs utilities line spotting, locating, and referencing. Assists in constructing, repairing, and maintaining manholes. Assists in setting up well-point systems for de-watering construction and maintenance sites; erects and dismantles wood and sheet steel shoring. Sets up and operates pumps, air compressors, generators, and related equipment. Performs preventative maintenance on water and wastewater treatment facilities. Performs routine opening, closing, and repairs to system valves and hydrants. Operates pumps and air compressors. Restores work sites by replacing sod, concrete, asphalt, and back-filling holes with dirt; occasionally performs incidental maintenance and landscaping duties. Performs related work as assigned or required. What Do You Need? Water & Sewer Operations Worker Trainee (Starting rate of pay: $18.36/hr.) High School diploma or an acceptable equivalency diploma (GED). Possession and maintenance of a valid State of Florida Driver's License upon hire, with eligibility based upon evaluation of a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) driving report. Possession and maintenance of a valid State of Florida Class A Commercial Driver's Permit within 9 months of employment, or employment may be terminated. Assignment to work a variety of work schedules, including compulsory work periods in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations. Highly Desirable Previous experience in public works, utilities, construction, maintenance, landscaping, excavation, or related field operations. Experience operating light to medium construction equipment, such as skid steers, backhoes, dump trucks, trenchers, or loaders. Experience interacting professionally with customers, residents, contractors, and other stakeholders. Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a physically demanding outdoor environment. Willingness to obtain required state utility certifications and participate in ongoing training programs. What Do You Need? Water & Sewer Operations Worker (Starting rate of pay: $19.09/hr.) High School diploma or an acceptable equivalency diploma (GED). Minimum of one year of experience in public utility in-ground line, pipe, or meter experience Possession and maintenance of a valid State of Florida Driver's License upon hire, with eligibility based upon evaluation of a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) driving report. Possession and maintenance of a valid State of Florida Class A Commercial Driver's License within 9 months of employment, or employment may be terminated. Assignment to work a variety of work schedules, including compulsory work periods in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations. Highly Desirable Experience operating light to medium construction equipment, such as skid steers, backhoes, dump trucks, trenchers, or loaders. Certification in CPR, First Aid, Traffic Control/MOT, Confined Space Entry, or Trench Safety. Experience interacting professionally with customers, residents, contractors, and other stakeholders. Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a physically demanding outdoor environment. Willingness to obtain required state utility certifications and participate in ongoing training programs. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (For both positions) Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods and possession of sufficient physical strength and agility to perform such labor, occasionally in adverse weather conditions. Knowledge of tools, methods, and materials utilized in the repair of public utilities collection and transmission systems. Ability to recognize safety hazards in work and take precautionary measures to protect oneself and others. Ability to operate, upkeep, and perform minor repair work on pumps, air compressors, generators, and related machinery. Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods and possession of sufficient physical strength and agility to perform such labor, occasionally in adverse weather conditions. Why Choose Pinellas County? When you join Pinellas County, you're not just taking on a job-you're investing in your future. We believe in supporting our employees with exceptional benefits that help you thrive both professionally and personally. Here's why our benefits stand out as some of the best in the area: Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy affordable medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and more that meet the needs of you and your family. Florida Retirement System (FRS): Secure your financial future with a robust retirement plan that gives you peace of mind as you plan for tomorrow. Generous leave time: Take advantage of time off to recharge and enjoy life outside of work. Wellness Program: Access to county gyms 24/7 and wellness programs as part of our commitment to employee wellness. Deferred compensation: Build your savings and plan for the future with flexible deferred compensation options tailored to your financial goals. To learn more, see What We Offer Want To Learn More? Review the full classification description with the Physical/Mental Demands and Working Conditions at the below link. Trainee Under-Fill A Utilities Operations Worker