Water Distribution Technician: Field Maintenance & Repairs

Manatee County Government; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Manatee County Government seeks Tech IA – III to join the Water Distribution team in Bradenton. Roles range from trainee to lead, performing repair and maintenance of pumps, valves, hydrants, meters, and pipelines; reading blueprints and maps; and ensuring safety and documentation.

Candidates must lift up to 80 lb, work outdoors in variable conditions, and participate in standby/on-call schedules. Training and licenses such as Confined Space and Distribution System Operator are required over

Qualifications

• All levels require a high school diploma or recognized equivalent.
• Participation in a rotating Stand-By/On-Call schedule required.

Responsibilities

• Duties range from trainee-level through skilled and lead duties related to repair and maintenance of the Water Distribution systems.
• Operates and maintains water pipelines, valves, hydrants, meters and pumps; reads blueprints and maps.
• Ensures job-site safety and completes reports; may train new technicians and serve in a lead capacity.

Education

Tech IA – III

Job description

Manatee County Government seeks Tech IA – III to join the Water Distribution team in Bradenton. Roles range from trainee to lead, performing repair and maintenance of pumps, valves, hydrants, meters, and pipelines; reading blueprints and maps; and ensuring safety and documentation.

Candidates must lift up to 80 lb, work outdoors in variable conditions, and participate in standby/on-call schedules. Training and licenses such as Confined Space and Distribution System Operator are required over