Department:

Public Utilities

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We have multiple positions within the field operations division as a skilled trades worker with long-term growth opportunities in our Public Utilities Department. You are responsible for making repairs and improvements in the potable water distribution to provide reliable and safe water to the community.

Whether you are looking to start your career or have honed your skills and would like to join our outstanding team, apply today to take advantage of our benefits and generous pension plan!

Earn your CDL on us!

Learn as a trainee for up to 2 years or advance sooner based on your skills and proficiency.

Learn more about the various roles below:

• Meter Maintenance Technician: This position varies throughout multiple locations, so every day is a new adventure! You’ll install meters in new communities, condominium complexes, and even by our premier beaches.

• Hydrant and Valve Technician: Play a crucial role in the safety of our citizens and the operations of our Fire Department teams by maintaining and repairing county fire hydrant.

Work Hours: 

• Monday - Friday
• 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
• *On-Call Required

About Everything Else

Trainee: Starting pay at $17.60/hour.

• High School Diploma or its equivalent.

• Valid Florida Driver’s License at the time of hire.

Technician: Starting pay range of $19.56/hour (Step 1) Potential higher pay (steps) for those with multiple years of experience.

• High School Diploma or its equivalent.

• Valid Florida Driver’s License at the time of hire.

• Two (2) years of related experience in operations, maintenance, and construction.

• State of Florida Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class “A” with Tanker “N” endorsement or the ability to obtain within six months from the date of hire. (Paid for by the county!)

Physical Demands:

• May occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds.

• Must be fit tested for a respirator. For more information on this requirement, please visit: https://blogs.cdc.gov/niosh-science-blog/2017/11/02/noshave/

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 for a period of five (5) years.

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Our interview process could include phone interview(s), Microsoft Teams video interview(s), and/or in-person interview(s).

If you are selected to join our team, please click on this link to review the Required First Day Documents. You will need to present the following items on your first day:

1. I-9 Acceptable Documents to show your identity and authorization to work. Use this link to learn more and review the different document options: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

• If your position requires a Florida Driver’s License, this must be one of your documents. (Your Florida Driver’s License can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List B Documents.)  

2. U.S. Social Security Card (signed, physical card). This is a requirement of our Payroll Department and failure to provide this document could jeopardize timely compensation. (Your U.S. Social Security Card can serve as