Water Distribution Technician Trainee: Hands-On Field Ops

Englewood Water District; Englewood (FL); On-site; USD 45,847,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Job summary

Englewood Water District is seeking a Water Distribution Maintenance Technician Trainee in Englewood, FL. This entry-level role supports construction and maintenance of the water distribution system, primarily in public right-of-way areas.

Responsibilities include installing and maintaining mains, valves, hydrants, and service connections, taking meter readings, and documenting work orders. On-call emergencies require rapid response, with basic safety and data-entry duties.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License.
• Must obtain CDL w/Tanker and FDEP Level III within specified timelines.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain mains, valves, hydrants, and service connections.
• Take initial and final meter readings and maintain records.
• Respond to emergencies within 30 minutes while on call-out duty.
• Perform daily vehicle checks and minor equipment maintenance.
• Operate hand/power tools and gas-powered equipment for excavation and repairs.

Skills

MS Office

Customer service

Heavy manual labor

Emergency response

Data input

Education

High School Diploma

Florida Driver's License

CDL w/ Tanker endorsement

FDEP Water Distribution Level III

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Gas powered equipment

Mobile devices

Job description

Englewood Water District is seeking a Water Distribution Maintenance Technician Trainee in Englewood, FL. This entry-level role supports construction and maintenance of the water distribution system, primarily in public right-of-way areas.

Responsibilities include installing and maintaining mains, valves, hydrants, and service connections, taking meter readings, and documenting work orders. On-call emergencies require rapid response, with basic safety and data-entry duties.