Lift Station Lead - Utilities Maintenance & Operations

Scgov; Bee Ridge (IN); On-site; USD 4,294,000 - 4,959,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, and Life保险

Florida Retirement System (FRS)

Wellness programs and paid time off

Job summary

Sarasota County Government is seeking an experienced utility maintenance leader to oversee daily operations, maintenance, and repair of wastewater, reclaimed water, lift stations, STEP, low-pressure, vacuum sewer systems, and related infrastructure.

You will supervise a skilled team, coordinate field activities, train staff, manage scheduling, procure parts, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance across all operations.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or its equivalent AND four (4) years of related experience performing maintenance and general operations work in a field related
• -OR- A two (2) year Associate's degree AND two (2) years of related experience performing maintenance and general operations work in a field related
• -OR- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university AND one (1) year of related experience performing maintenance and general operations work in a field related
• -AND- One (1) year of supervisory experience (lead worker or acting in a supervisory capacity may be counted)

Responsibilities

• Lead, schedule, and supervise the maintenance and repair of lift stations, STEP and low-pressure sewer systems, vacuum sewer systems, reclaimed water distribution systems, and wastewater collection infrastructure
• Coordinate daily and weekly work activities to ensure safe, efficient, and timely completion of maintenance operations
• Inspect maintenance and repair activities to verify quality, effectiveness, and compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards
• Train, mentor, and develop staff on equipment operation, maintenance practices, safety procedures, and departmental processes
• Manage employee scheduling, resource allocation, and work assignments to maximize operational efficiency
• Procure parts, materials, and equipment necessary to support maintenance and repair activities
• Review and process work orders, purchase requisitions, purchase orders, invoices, bid specifications, and other operational documents
• Support the implementation and monitoring of preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs to meet service level expectations
• Monitor vehicle and equipment usage, condition, and maintenance needs to ensure operational readiness
• Oversee contractor performance and ensure compliance with County standards, safety requirements, and applicable regulations

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Maintenance operations

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma + 4 years related experience

Associate's degree + 2 years related experience

Bachelor's degree + 1 year related experience

Job description

Sarasota County Government is seeking an experienced utility maintenance leader to oversee daily operations, maintenance, and repair of wastewater, reclaimed water, lift stations, STEP, low-pressure, vacuum sewer systems, and related infrastructure.

You will supervise a skilled team, coordinate field activities, train staff, manage scheduling, procure parts, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance across all operations.