Utility Technician I

Citrus County Government; Lecanto (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vacation leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

Citrus County Government is seeking a Utility Technician I to perform skilled technical work in the operation, maintenance and construction of Citrus County Utilities water distribution and wastewater collection systems. The position is full-time and field-based, requiring travel across the county and occasional after-hours coverage.

Responsibilities include operating and maintaining meters, backflow devices, valves and piping, and assisting with wastewater pump stations and preventive

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; some utilities coursework preferred.
• Some experience in utilities or related field or equivalent training.
• Must obtain Florida CDL Class A with N endorsement within 1 year; must obtain backflow, water distribution or wastewater collection certifications within 1 year; must complete FEMA NIMS IS-100.c and IS-700.b within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain sewage pump truck and install/maintain water and sewer services including meters, backflow devices, valves, piping and appurtenances.
• Assist in operation and maintenance of wastewater pump stations.
• Assist in preventive maintenance programs for facilities and grounds.
• Take on-call responsibilities and be reachable 24/7 for emergencies; work weekends/holidays as needed.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

After-hours work ability

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Customer relations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

General Description

The Utility Technician I performs skilled technical work with assignments encompassing the operation, maintenance and construction of Citrus County Utilities water distribution and wastewater collection systems.

Benefits

To learn more about Citrus County: Citrus County Government and Official Guide to Crystal River and Citrus County, Florida

Essential Functions

• Full-time, field position and requires frequent travel throughout Citrus County. Scheduled days are Monday through Thursday, 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Drives and/or operates a county vehicle or equipment and must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.
• Operates and maintains sewage pump truck, installation, maintenance and repairs of water and sewer services including meters, back flow devices, valves, piping, and other associated utility appurtenances.
• Assists in the operation and maintenance of wastewater pump stations.
• Assists in preventive maintenance programs including facility and grounds maintenance.
• Assumes regularly scheduled on-call responsibilities as well as maintaining 24/7 contact (i.e., county issued cell phone/pager) to assist in emergency water and sewer repairs when possible.
• Performs work duties on weekends and holidays as needed.
• Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Requirements

Education, Training, and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Some course work in principles and practices of utilities (water/wastewater) operations, preferred.
• Some experience in a related field or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Certificates and Licenses

• Valid Florida Driver License or must obtain within 30 days of establishing residency in Florida.
• Must have or be able to obtain within one (1) year of employment, Florida Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class “A” with “N” endorsement.
• Must have or be able to obtain within one (1) year certification in back flow (testing/repair), water distribution or wastewater collection.
• Must have or be able to obtain within 90 days certification in FEMA National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses:
  • IS-100.c: Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS); and
  • IS-700.b: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to work after normal business hours (including nights, weekends, and holidays).
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Must have sufficient physical strength, agility, and stamina to perform assigned tasks under adverse conditions.
• Requires ability to maintain courteous and effective relations with County staff, elected officials, community interest groups and the public.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Requires standing and walking most of the day.
• The job involves frequent lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds.
• The job requires frequent bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, kneeling, balancing, and twisting, and on occasion jumping and throwing.
• The job requires the completion of tasks that involves simple grasping, pushing, pulling, fine manual manipulation, typing, operating foot controls/levers, driving automotive equipment, and working in darkness.
• The job requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, depth perception and color vision, hearing, and speaking.
• The job may risk exposure to adverse weather, moving machinery, fumes and gases, electrical hazards, unprotected heights, and extreme noise.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Emergency Response/Recovery Activities

• All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. Emergency response duties may also include driving and/or operating a county vehicle or equipment and employees must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.

Supplemental Information

Must successfully pass a criminal background check, pre-employment physical examination, and drug screen. Drug screens will be in accordance with the Drug Free Workplace Act and/or the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991.

Citrus County, Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), marital status, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected trait.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation.

Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.

Pursuant to Chapter 119, Florida Statutes or the “Public Records Law,” applications, resumes and personnel records are subject to public inspections. Details regarding the “Public Records Law”/ “The Sunshine Law” / Florida Statutes and the statutory exemptions are available on websites such as the Florida Office of the Attorney General, Florida Senate and Florida Legislature. Additionally, Citrus County Board of County Commissioners Public Information section is located on our website.

The Citrus County Board of County Commissioners provides a comprehensive benefits package.

Medical Insurance - (Carrier: Florida Blue): Employee Premium is $50.00 monthly. Dependent coverage is available with bi-weekly premiums (please review detailed premiums using the link below).

• Wellness Incentive: New Hires will have the option of submitting to a nicotine test during the pre-employment physical. Those that are nicotine free will receive a $50 wellness incentive monthly applied towards their health premium costs. New hires that are not nicotine free are eligible to receive the wellness incentive once a tobacco cessation course has been completed and the Employee Health & Wellness Center is provided with a copy of their completion certificate.

Employee Health & Wellness Center: Employee Premium is $0.00 when covered under Medical Insurance. Dependent coverage is $0.00 when covered under Medical Insurance.

Dental Insurance: Employee Premium is $0.00. Dependent coverage is available with bi-weekly premiums (please review detailed premiums using the link below).

Vision Insurance: Employee and Dependent coverage is available with low monthly premiums.

Florida Retirement System: Employee contributes 3% of gross salary per pay-period. Option to choose from Pension Plan or Investment Plan. Detailed employer contributions can be found in the link below. Visit myFRS.com for more details.

Other Benefits

• Basic Term Life and AD&D Insurance $20,000
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Dependent Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Health and Dependent Care FSA
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Assistance Program
• ComPsych Programs
• Voluntary AFLAC Supplemental Insurance
• Deferred Compensation
• Paid Holidays - no waiting period
• Vacation Leave - accrues each pay period
• Sick Leave - accrues each pay period

Please note that the benefits may not apply to all constitutional offices; please refer to policies for specific information. The County's Personnel Policies, applicable Union Contracts and/or Certificate of Coverage provides detailed descriptions of all available employee benefit programs and stipulations.

For a more detailed overview of our benefit package, click here.