Utilities Service Worker I / II / III (Water)

City of Zephyrhills; Florida; On-site; USD 33,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Life Insurance

Florida Retirement System (FRS)

Job summary

City of Zephyrhills seeks Utilities Service Worker I, II, or III (Water) to perform construction, maintenance and repair of water systems at the City Water Facility.

Requires a high school diploma or GED and Florida licenses; must obtain Class III Water Distribution license within 18 months. CDL with air brake endorsement preferred; overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED.
• Florida Class III Water Distribution License or ability to obtain within 18 months.
• Must possess or obtain Class B CDL with air brake endorsement, or obtain within 6 months.
• Willingness to work overtime, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Background check, drug screen and physical exam required.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction, maintenance and repair of water facilities and systems.
• Operate heavy equipment such as backhoe, trencher, front loader, and boring machine.
• Install and repair valves, meters, gauges, pumps and pipelines.

Skills

Work Zone Safety

CDL with Air Brake

Heavy Equipment Operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Backhoe operation

Trencher operation

Front loader operation

Boring machine operation

Job description

Position Title

Utilities Service Worker I, II, or III (Water)

Job Location

City Water Facility
City of Zephyrhills

Salary Range:

Utilities Service Worker I:

• $32,760.00 - $48,864.00 Annual.
• Starting Salary: $32,760.00 / $15.75/hr.
• Pay Grade Z-151.

Utilities Service Worker II (*):

• $36,117.90 - $50,565.06 Annual.
• Starting Salary: $36,117.90/ $17.36/hr.
• Pay Grade Z-153.

Utilities Service Worker III (**):

• $39,819.98 - $55,747.98 Annual.
• Starting Salary: $39,819.98 / $19.14/hr.
• Pay Grade Z-155.

Fair Labor Standards Act Status

Applicable.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED. Prior experience in water and/or sewer systems preferred. Must possess a State of Florida Class III or higher Water Distribution License or obtain within eighteen (18) months of employment (*USW II: Class III or higher, Backflow Tester and Repair license or obtain within one (1) year, and one (1) year experience; **USWIII Class III or higher, Backflow Tester and Repair license, Class C Sewer Collections certificate, and two (2) years’ experience). Applicants must have knowledge of Work Zone Safety requirements. Qualified applicants will have a Class B CDL with air brake endorsement, or be able to obtain one within six (6) months of employment.

Brief Description of Duties

Performs work in the construction, maintenance, and repair of utility plants and systems. Operates heavy equipment including a backhoe, trencher, front loader and boring machine in order to perform various maintenance tasks. Repairs and installs valves, meters, gauges, pumps and associated utility machinery; lays and cuts pipe and taps main and service lines. Maintains well pumps and other related equipment. Service Workers complete repairs to water system and possibly sewer system. Performs other related duties as assigned. Position is subject to emergency call-outs and must be able to work overtime including nights, weekends, holidays, and stand‑by as required.

Employment Requirements

The selected candidate will have a background check completed, undergo drug testing, and complete a physical exam before employment. Tasks completed for this position involve regular and, at times, sustained physical exertion. Possession of a current valid Florida driver license is also required before employment.

The compensation package will start at the base salary range and may vary based on proven abilities of the individual selected. The City of Zephyrhills has an excellent benefit package, which includes medical, dental, life insurance, and Florida Retirement System (FRS).

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Date Position Available

September 17, 2026

The City of Zephyrhills Is an Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug Free Workplace.