Department:

Public Utilities

About Our Job

Are you someone who has a background working with electrical and pumps? Do you have experience in installing, and providing maintenance, or enjoy troubleshooting equipment? We are looking for a Lift Station Technician for Sarasota County.

Job Description:

Apply today and join our amazing Utilities team!

Ever wondered what a lift station is and how it works? Find out here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ObJsHnXpNAI

About this role

As a Trainee

• Work under the supervision of the Skilled Trades Worker II
• This is a two (2) year training program designed to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of a Skilled Trades Worker position.

As a Skilled Trades Worker II

• Install, replace, repair, and modify mechanical and electrical equipment located on and within Public Utilities facilities, including, but not limited to, pumps, pump valves, regulators, actuators, control panels, communication systems, motor controls, electronic filtering, and switching systems. 
• Document and maintain work orders, parts inventory, and safety records.
• Proficient in the operation of an electric multimeter, voltmeter, and megohmmeter, battery operator tools, hand tools, chainsaws, and other gas-powered equipment.
• Operate crane trucks to remove and install pumps from wet wells and other lift station maintenance activities.
• Read and follow color codes, wiring diagrams and schematics, blueprints, plans, and written instructions.

As a Skilled Trades Worker III

• Work performed as a Skilled Trades Worker II.
• Provide technical guidance, training, and mentorship to Skilled Trades Workers II.

Work Hours: 

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

About You

Trainee: Starting Pay: $18.09/hour.

• High School Diploma or its equivalent.

• The ability to acquire a Class "A" CDL with air brake endorsement within six (6) months at the time of hire. Paid for by Sarasota County!

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

Skilled Trades Worker II: Starting Pay: $22.14 (Step 1) Potential higher pay (steps) for those with multiple years of experience.

• High School Diploma or its equivalent.

• Three (3) years of experience in applicable trades which include work in the water/wastewater collection field and or experience performing pump, valve, or hydraulic system repair and maintenance including electrical troubleshooting and repairs. 

• The ability to acquire a Class "A" CDL with air brake endorsement within six (6) months at the time of hire. Paid for by Sarasota County!

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

Skilled Trades Worker III: Starting Pay: $24.42 (Step 1) Potential higher pay (steps) for those with multiple years of experience.

• High School Diploma or its equivalent.

• Six (6) years of experience in applicable trades which include work in the water/wastewater collection field and or experience performing pump, valve, or hydraulic system repair and maintenance including electrical troubleshooting and repairs. 

• The ability to acquire a Class "A" CDL with air brake endorsement within six (6) months at the time of hire. Paid for by Sarasota County!

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

Physical Demands:  Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 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.

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Employee Type:

Regular (Budgeted)

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 Fir