Utilities Systems Operator I, II, III, IV, V

Polk County BoCC; Bartow (FL); Presencial; USD 32.000 - 72.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Polk County Utilities is seeking multiple System Operators I–V to join the Utilities Division in Bartow, FL. The positions cover operation and maintenance of water, sewer, and reclaimed water systems, ensuring safe, reliable delivery and regulatory compliance for public health and environmental stewardship.

The team performs monitoring, adjustments, and data documentation to support compliant utility services and customer satisfaction.

Formación

• Must have the physical, developmental and mental ability to perform job tasks.

Responsabilidades

• Perform daily operational checks and maintenance of water mains, valves, hydrants, meters, and backflow prevention devices.
• Install, repair, and maintain water lines, service connections, and extensions.
• Conduct wet taps on pressurized mains using saddles, sleeves, and direct taps.
• Inspect and test fire hydrants and cross-connection control devices.
• Locate underground utilities using GPS, GPR, and GIS systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, record drawings, and system maps.
• Install, maintain, and repair wastewater mains, laterals, cleanouts, manholes, and lift stations.

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

UTILITIES DIVISION - UTILITIES SYSTEMS OPERATOR I, II, III, IV, V -

7 POSITIONS AVAILABLE

$23.49HR - $52.07HR NON-EXEMPT

Responsibilities

Must have the physical, developmental and mental ability to perform job tasks, work efforts, responsibilities and duties of the job illustrated below:

The Utilities Division is responsible for public health and safety, as well as safeguarding the environment, by providing crucial safe water and wastewater services. This position is part of the team that provides services necessary for human health, economic stability, and overall societal well-being. At the core of the mission of providing these services includes commitment to providing excellent customer service to our citizens, business partners, regulatory agencies, and other county divisions.

MAJOR FUNCTION -

The System Operator performs professional, certified, and skilled work in the operation and maintenance of water, sewer, reclaimed water infrastructure systems. Their responsibilities include monitoring, operating and troubleshooting water distribution and sewer systems, and related system equipment to ensure the safe and efficient delivery of potable water and sewer collection services. They make necessary adjustments to the utility infrastructure systems and maintain them in accordance with established procedures and regulatory standards. System Operators also carry out routine mechanical and manual tasks to maintain optimal system performance, support regulatory compliance and document operational data accurately. This role requires technical expertise, sound judgment, and a high level of responsibility to uphold the utilities infrastructure systems reliability. This position plays a key role in ensuring the reliability of essential utility services, regulatory compliance, environmental stewardship, and public health and safety.

ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES

• Perform daily operational checks and maintenance of water mains, valves, hydrants, meters, and backflow prevention devices.
• Install, repair, and maintain water lines, service connections, and extensions.
• Conduct wet taps on pressurized mains using saddles, sleeves, and direct taps.
• Inspect and test fire hydrants and cross-connection control devices.
• Locate underground utilities using GPS (Global Positioning System), GPR (Ground-Penetrating Radar), and GIS (Geographic Information System) systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, record drawings, and system maps.
• Install, maintain, and repair wastewater mains, laterals, cleanouts, manholes, and lift stations.