Three (3) years of experience in the construction, maintenance, and repair of stormwater conveyance systems
A valid Florida Class "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with tanker endorsement required within six (6) months from the time of hire (Paid by the County!)
A valid Florida Driver License at the time of hire
Knowledge of current technology in storm water distribution systems and road right of way maintenance practices
Knowledge of safe operation of specialized tools and equipment used in the maintenance storm water conveyance system and road right of way maintenance and repair
Operation of harvesters, airboats, motorboats, excavators, arm mowers, personal computers and mechanical tools used in the utility maintenance industry
Physical Demands: Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
** Subject to Passing Substance Screening: This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment in any class for a period of five (5) years
About Everything Else
Starting Pay: $22.14 (Step 1)
Potential higher pay (steps) for those with multiple years of experience
Our interview process could include phone interview(s), Microsoft Teams video interview(s), and/or in-person interview(s).
If you are selected to join our team, please click on this link to review the Required First Day Documents . You will need to present the following items on your first day:
I-9 Acceptable Documents to show your identity and authorization to work. Use this link to learn more and review the different document options: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
If your position requires a Florida Driver's License, this must be one of your documents. (Your Florida Driver's License can serve as one of your documents listed in link above - List B Documents.)
U.S. Social Security Card (signed, physical card). This is a requirement of our Payroll Department and failure to provide this document could jeopardize timely compensation. (Your U.S. Social Security Card can serve as one of your documents listed in link above - List C Documents.)
Benefits
For more information about employee benefits, please click this link or visit SCGov.net for additional information.Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations.Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service. (That adds up to a possible 30 days off in your 1st year!)A different blend of voices prompt better conversations, choices and results for everyone. Sarasota County - Many Voices, One Team.We celebrate and value the experiences, backgrounds, perspectives, talents and strengths that make us different.Our vision is to attract, develop, retain and engage a talented workforce broadly representative of the citizens and communities we serve. To further value creativity, innovation, collaboration and great customer service - internally and externally.Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurancePaid time offFlexible schedule
Additional Information
Department:
Stormwater
Start Here. Grow Here. Stay Here.
Do you thrive working outdoors and take pride in hands-on work? Join our team as a Pipeline Maintenance & Construction- Skilled Trades Worker II (Stormwater) and play a vital role in keeping our community's infrastructure running smoothly. In this role, you'll maintain, construct, and repair stormwater conveyance and road right-of-way systems while tackling meaningful, challenging work every day. Bring your skills, build your future, and apply today!
Perform stormwater conveyance system maintenance on all county canals, lakes, ponds, and ditches
Restore road right-of-ways and properties relating to stormwater maintenance and repairs
Install and repair pipeline infrastructure and plumbing to ensure proper grade of the conveyance system
Respond to emergency situations as required
Lead staff in operations to ensure safety
Carpenter work to include design, frame or form needed to install and build new infrastructure
Design, form, and pour concrete for structures, high back curb, Miami curb, ect.
Understanding and experience practicing standard FDOT stormwater installation specifications
Operate specialized equipment, such as backhoes, excavators, arm mowers, vacuum trucks and other related equipment
Work Hours:
Monday - Friday
6:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
40- hour work week, rotating schedule
*On-call required
About You
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