Drainage & Roadway Trades Technician (CDL Ready)

County of Volusia; DeLand (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The County of Volusia is seeking a Trades Worker for the Road and Bridge Division’s Drainage Task Team in DeLand, Florida. The role involves semi-skilled work across several trades with minimal supervision, including drainage, concrete, and equipment operation.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of related maintenance experience; a Florida driver’s license is required, with CDL Class A within six months.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with 2 years of experience in maintenance or repair.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license. Must obtain a Florida Class A CDL within 6 months of appointment.
• Comparable education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum requirements.
• Preferred candidate has Class A CDL and relevant concrete/pipe/building experience.

Responsibilities

• May install and repair underground drainage piping, structures and restoration.
• May perform concrete work (sidewalks, driveways, free form, etc.).
• May do grade shots for pipe and structure installation.
• May perform small engine repair.
• May perform general and limited tasks in construction, renovation, modification, installation, and repair of buildings, apparatus, and facilities with close supervision.
• May operate medium-size weight construction equipment and vehicles (e.g. tractor, front-end loader, mini excavator, skid loader, dump truck, pick-up truck, and trailer).
• May perform preventative maintenance duties on a variety of equipment.
• May load and unload trailer equipment and materials.
• May act as crew leader in supervisor's absence.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• May be assigned to other county locations based upon operational needs.
• Attends work regularly and adheres to ordinances.
• Responds to emergency situations.

Skills

Building trades knowledge

Safety awareness

Tool handling

Shop math

Equipment operation

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

The County of Volusia is seeking a Trades Worker for the Road and Bridge Division’s Drainage Task Team in DeLand, Florida. The role involves semi-skilled work across several trades with minimal supervision, including drainage, concrete, and equipment operation.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of related maintenance experience; a Florida driver’s license is required, with CDL Class A within six months.