Utilities Maintenance Technician - Sewer Collections

Utilities Maintenance Technician - Sewer Collections

Salary: $20.68 - $35.50 Hourly

Location: Bradenton, FL

Job Type: Full-Time (Hourly)

Job Number: 26-00105

Department: Utilities Department

Opening Date: 02/09/2026

Closing Date: 2/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Description: Benefits Questions General Information

Work Location: 4524 66th Street West, Bradenton, Florida 34205 Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm (On-call/Standby Required) Expected Starting Hourly Range: $20.68 - $25.84

This classification performs a variety of entry-level, semi-skilled, or skilled maintenance, construction, and/or mechanical tasks involved in the continuous operation of Manatee Countys Wastewater Systems.

Note: Position level and salary will be dependent on qualifications (DOQ).

Working Conditions: Indoor/outdoor situation; high noise environment while performing certain responsibilities. Lifting up to 50 lbs. alone; up to 100 lbs. with assistance.

Essential Functions: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

Specific duties and levels of responsibility will be determined by the position assigned. Duties range from performing trainee-level through skilled and lead duties related to the repair and maintenance activities in the Wastewater Sewer Collections Section.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performs and/or assists with skilled and semi-skilled tasks in maintaining, repairing, and operating equipment and facilities associated with the Countys Wastewater underground sewage gravity lines, manholes, lift stations, and force mains;
• Performs construction layouts and establishes grades for all types of utility installations;
• Operates and maintains appropriate service equipment including Utility service trucks, backhoes, dump trucks, equipment trailers, loaders, sewer cleaning equipment, TV inspection, flushing, and sealing equipment; metal cutting and welding equipment; pipe cutters; dewatering systems; pumps; locating devices and a wide variety of powered and unpowered hand tools.

Levels of Experience:

• Tech IA: No experience needed.
• Tech IB: Minimum of one (1) year (2080 hours) experience in repair and maintenance or installation of sewage system pumps and equipment in a utility or closely related system desired.
• Tech II: Minimum of three (3) years (6,240 hours) of experience in repair and maintenance or installation of sewage system pumps and equipment in a utility or closely related system.
• Tech III: Minimum of five (5) years (10,400 hours) of experience in repair and maintenance or installation of sewage system pumps and equipment in a utility or closely related system.
• Tech IB: Class "C" Wastewater Technician Certification. Completion of two (2) Training Classes from the Career Ladder Training Class Menu.
• Tech II: Class "B" Wastewater Technician Certification, Completion of five (5) Training Classes from the Career Ladder Training Class Menu.
• Tech III: Class "A" Wastewater Technician Certification. Completion of nine (9) Training Classes from the Career Ladder Training Class Menu.

Drivers License Requirement:

• Tech IA: Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Class "A" Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with a Tanker Endorsement OR obtain a Class "A" Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) with a Tanker Endorsement prior to employment and obtain the full CDL within one (1) year of hire.
• Tech IB - III: Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Class "A" Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with a Tanker Endorsement.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education Requirement: Tech I A - III: High school graduate/equivalent.
• Experience Requirement: Tech IA: No experience needed. Tech IB: Minimum of one (1) year (2080 hours) experience in repair and maintenance or installation of sewage system pumps and equipment in a utility or closely related system desired. Tech II: Minimum of three (3) years (6,240 hours) of experience in repair and maintenance or installation of sewage system pumps and equipment in a utility or closely related system. Tech III: Minimum of five (5) years (10,400 hours) of experience in repair and maintenance or installation of sewage system pumps and equipment in a utility or closely related system.

Certifications:

• Class "C" Wastewater Technician Certification.
• Class "B" Wastewater Technician Certification.
• Class "A" Wastewater Technician Certification.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to effectively oversee and train others.
• Knowledge of, or ability to quickly learn, wastewater pumping equipment, wastewater collection principles and practices of maintenance, repair or construction of same.
• Knowledge of, or ability to quickly learn, occupational safety and health precautions associated with confined space operations; underground trenches and excavations; heavy equipment operation; traffic control; hazardous chemical and fluids handling.
• Ability to distinguish colors and sounds.
• Manual dexterity to operate hand and power tools.
• Ability to work in small, confined structures underground and in the presence of raw sanitary sewage.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance, and up to 100 lbs. with assistance.
• Skill in the operation and maintenance of tools and equipment assigned.

Additional Incentive Pay:

• Tech I A: $0.50/hour
• Tech I B - Tech II: $1.00/hour
• Tech III: $1.50/hour

Veterans Preference:

In accordance with Florida Statute 295.07, F.S., Chapter 55A-7, priority consideration in employment will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled veterans. Applicants claiming preference must provide a DD Form 214 or other acceptable documentation with their application.

EEO/ADA Statement:

Manatee County Government is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at 941-748-4501 x 3865.

Drug-Free Workplace:

Manatee County Government is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.

Emergency Response/Recovery Activities:

All employees may 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.

Employee Benefits:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): ComPsych - offers all employees and their family members with emotional, financial, legal, and work/life balance support.
• LAMP counselors available for personal support including emotional, substance abuse, marital, and financial issues.
• Miscellaneous Benefits: Workers' Compensation, Training/Seminars, Fitness Center Access for employee only, FRS options, Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladders, Government employee discounts at many retailers and attractions, Access to Manatee County Library Services (books, digital services, tools, museum passes).
• Paid Time Off: 12 Paid Holidays including New Years Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Three (3) Personal Holidays. Paid Time Off and Leaves of Absence are based on an 8 hrs./day 80/hrs. per pay-period basis, any work schedule less that this will be earned on a pro-rated basis.

Wellbeing Benefits:

• Wellness/Health Coaches (5 Free per year)
• On-site Fitness Centers for you and your dependents with 24/7 access
• Personal Training (5 Free per year)
• Pharmacy Technician Group Fitness Classes
• Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy Management
• Diabetes Care Program
• Registered Dietician (5 Free per year)
• Massages with licensed therapist (small copay)

Miscellaneous Benefits:

• Workers' Compensation
• Training/Seminars
• Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladders
• Government employee discounts at many retailers and attractions
• Access to Manatee County Library Services (books, digital services, tools, museum passes)

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary: $20.68 - $35.50 Hourly
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, and paid time off.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application to Manatee County Government at 5213 4th Ave Cir E, Bradenton, FL 34208 or online at https://www.mymanatee.org.

Contact Information:

• Address: 5213 4th Ave Cir E, Bradenton, FL 34208
• Phone: (941) 748-4501 ext. 3865 (941) 742-5627
• Website: https://www.mymanatee.org