Lift Station Technician

Sunshine Water Services; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Comprehensive Benefits

401(k) Program

Professional growth opportunities

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

Sunshine Water Services is looking for a Lift Station Technician in Clearwater, FL. This role involves maintaining and repairing distribution and collection systems, focusing on lift stations. Candidates must have a minimum of one year of mechanical or maintenance experience and be able to maintain effective communication with customers. The position includes 24-hour emergency response and requires a valid driver's license. The company offers comprehensive benefits, paid time off, and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Distribution and/or Collections certification as required.
• Minimum of one year previous mechanical or maintenance experience.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records.
• Document customer interaction and field activities.
• Assist with maintaining mechanical, electrical, and piping systems.

Skills

Proficiency with MS Word and Excel

Ability to supervise employees

Mechanical repair knowledge

Customer communication skills

Ability to maintain effective working relationships

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Water distribution equipment

Maintenance equipment

Job description

Who We Are

Nexus Water Group is a leading regulated water and wastewater utility serving more than 1.3 million people across 20 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces. “Nexus” means connection. Through the essential water and wastewater services we deliver, we have a very personal connection to the people, businesses, and communities we serve. This is why our operations are locally led and managed.

Every day, over 1,300 professionals deliver vital, safe, and reliable service through over 670 water systems and 360 wastewater systems.

What We Offer

• Paid Time Off and Holidays: Starting at 3 weeks annually and paid company holidays
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, prescription, vision benefits starting the first day of the month after your start; life insurance and Employee Assistance Program also provided.
• 401(k) Program: Employer contribution; vested at 100% starting 30 days after your start.
• Professional growth opportunities through training, professional certifications, and education allowance.
• Employee Resource Groups (ERG): Voluntary groups based on shared characteristics, sponsored by the organization.

Overview

The Nexus Water Group team has an opportunity for a Lift Station Technician. The role is responsible for maintaining distribution/collection systems with a strong focus on lift stations, identifying equipment problems, and performing maintenance of system facilities. This position will travel between service areas near Clearwater, FL. Requires the ability to respond 24 hours a day to various situations.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records.
• Document customer interaction and field activities using company software.
• Act as liaison between customers and customer service personnel for problem/complaint resolution.
• Provide on‑site customer communication.
• Assist with maintaining mechanical, electrical, and piping systems for area lift station facilities, collection and distribution systems.
• Travel daily between work sites on company time.
• Work on–call in rotation; respond to emergency situations as required.
• Assist with repairs of water/wastewater treatment plant equipment, lift stations, and infrastructure.
• Indicate irregularities on forms for necessary action by department personnel and vendors.
• Assist with ordering parts and job costing.
• Prepare operational reports related to collection and distribution systems, and lift stations.
• Assist in maintaining plant compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

What You’ll Bring

• Distribution and/or Collections certification as required by statute or regulation.
• May be required to obtain first‑level operating license within one year of employment.
• A minimum of one year previous mechanical or maintenance experience. General knowledge of tools, equipment, and safe work practices is helpful.

Education, Certification, and Licenses

• HS diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel.
• Ability to supervise skilled and unskilled employees effectively, including mentorship, evaluation, and guidance.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co‑workers, regulatory agencies, and their personnel.
• Ability to coach employees objectively through complex, difficult, and emotional issues.
• Ability to implement recommendations to effectively resolve problems or issues using judgment consistent with policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Ability to delegate responsibility and authority to maximize use of employees’ skills.
• Ability to keep accurate records and prepare and submit accurate reports.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to provide safe working conditions for fellow workers.
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with other employees and the public.
• Ability to understand and implement field concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate others in pursuit of company goals.
• Use of cell phone, laptop, tablet, Trimble unit, water distribution equipment and machinery including pumps, valve exerciser, pipe locator, and other maintenance equipment; operate company‑issued motor vehicle.

Work Environment

• Moderate to heavy physical demands: lifting up to 75 lbs., walking 10+ miles daily, climbing, and mechanical repair.

About Our Company

We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any characteristic protected by Federal, state, or local law.

We are an E‑Verify participating employer.

EEOE Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.