Utilities Field Technician

Schroeder-Manatee Ranch; Florida; On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

PTO

457(b) Savings Plan

Job summary

LWR Stewardship District is seeking aMaintenance/Utility Technician to support Braden River Utilities with locating utility lines and maintaining pump stations and related equipment. The role requires the ability to handle field duties, operate associated systems, and respond to after-hour on-call requests.

Applicants should have a valid Florida driver’s license, basic knowledge of electrical/plumbing, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Valid US Driver's License
• Ability to lift up to 80 pounds
• Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word

Responsibilities

• Provide utility locates and field locates as required by FL Sunshine Services
• Review and respond to field locate tickets
• Operate and maintain BRU pump stations and well pump systems
• Assist with taking flow meter readings and data entry
• Maintain equipment and record keeping for company assets
• Follow safety guidelines and on-call after hours

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position has primary responsibility to assist Braden River Utilities Field Manager to provide utility locates, maintain and operate property and equipment owned and operated by Braden River Utilities and miscellaneous tasks as they occur.

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7am – 3:30pm, ½ hr. for lunch and other hours as needed (occasional support for special functions, weekends, and evenings)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provide utility locates and field locates as required by FL Sunshine Services.
• Review and respond to field locate tickets as required by FL Sunshine Services.
• Basic knowledge of industrial electrical, plumbing and pipe fitting.
• Assist with operation and maintenance of BRU pump stations and well pump systems.
• Assist in taking flow meter readings and completing data for BRU.
• Assist with maintenance and blow off BRU main lines.
• Assist with maintenance of BRU pump station and well site properties.
• Assure company safety guidelines are followed.
• Assist with maintenance, record keeping and storage of company equipment.
• Assist with implementation of equipment repairs.

• Take pride in work performed and produce a high quality end product.
• Assist with inspection of Soil Moisture Sensor (SMS) installations.
• On call after hours.

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge and application of industrial electrical, plumbing and pipe fitting.
• Knowledge and operation of pump stations and well pump systems.
• Prior experience with a variety of maintenance tasks
• Knowledge to utilize the proper equipment to perform the required task
• Ability to work independently and efficiently
• Good public relations and communication skills
• Valid Florida driver’s license
• Knowledge in Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
• Must possess strong problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to lift to 80 pounds.
• Ability to use computers and mobile devices.
• Must be highly motivated and able to work independently.
• Must be able to communicate effectively.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid US Drivers License.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work primarily performed in the outdoor environment, exposed to hot, cold, damp and dirty conditions.

LWR Stewardship District offers competitive salary commensurate with skills and experience. We offer excellent benefit plans for our full-time employees which includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance, PTO, 457(b) Savings Plan, etc.

LWR Stewardship District is a Drug Free Workplace. If offered a job, candidates will need to successfully pass a pre-employment drug test. Please note that the company Drug Free Workplace policy includes reasonable suspicion, post-accident, and random testing.

LWR Stewardship District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status