Utilities Service Technician - Water Resources & Utilities

Job Overview

Major Functions:
The County of Volusia is seeking an experienced Trades Worker/Senior Trades Worker—

Working Title:

Utilities Service Technician—for the Water Resources and Utilities Division. This position will work throughout Volusia County and will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing water and sewer mains, manholes, lift stations, and water meters used in water/wastewater utility systems. Candidates should have basic computer skills and experience operating a dump truck, backhoe, loader, excavator, or other related utility construction equipment.

Note:

May be required to work weekends, holidays, on‑call rotations and during storm events or other emergency situations.

• Performs accurate record keeping via the Lucity work order system to document all work performed.
• Operates various small equipment and power tools such as pumps, generators, saws, drills, etc.
• Maintains county‑issued electronics including cell phones and laptops.
• Maintains, cleans, refuels, and organizes vehicles; stocks vehicles with needed parts and equipment.
• Attends work on a regular and consistent basis.
• Adheres to Federal, State, County and Local ordinances.
• Responds to emergency situations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Participates in the 24‑hour emergency on‑call response for Utilities Sewer Collection & Distribution, installing and repairing underground piping and structures, and performing work in the replacement and installation of water meters, reclaim meters, and radio read equipment.
• Responds to low water flow complaints; troubleshoots and repairs water leaks; tests water meters for flow and accuracy.
• Participates in the 24‑hour emergency on‑call response for Utilities Maintenance & Lift Stations.
• Performs general electrical repair and renovation of various types of switches, receptacles, etc.
• Installs, troubleshoots and repairs pumps, motors, process equipment and electrical controls.
• Performs scheduled routine preventative maintenance of assigned facilities/equipment to ensure reliable operation.
• Utilizes a computer to monitor/diagnose lift station problems and repair of SCADA equipment.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Florida driver’s license at time of hire.
• State of Florida Water Distribution Level III License or FWPCOA Wastewater Collections Level III Certification obtained within 18 months of hire (2,080 hours of work and a passing examination).
• For Trades Worker:
  Two (2) years of electrical, mechanical, plumbing repair, or related industry construction experience.
• For Senior Trades Worker:
  Four (4) years of the same experience and possession of either the State of Florida Water Distribution Level II License or FWPCOA Wastewater Collections Level II Certification, or Water Distribution Level III and Sewer Collections Level III.
• Comparable education and training may substitute the minimum experience.

• Knowledge of the practices, methods, materials, and tools of one or more building trades.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
• Effective verbal communication with supervisors and the general public.
• Ability to understand verbal and written instructions and other communications regarding work assignments.
• Ability to perform shop math.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations and work under stressful conditions.
• Ability to interact effectively with others.
• Ability to relocate to other county locations based upon operational needs.

Medium to heavy work: ability to see (depth perception, peripheral vision, color, acuity) necessary to operate motorized equipment; hear, stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach overhead, climb, grasp, lift, carry, pull, push up to 25 pounds.

Inside and outside work; may require exposure to inclement weather (heat, humidity, cold, rain), hazardous conditions, chemicals, dust, confined spaces, and poor ventilation.

We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Account

• Florida Retirement System (FRS)
• Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP)
• Deferred Compensation (475 Plan)

• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Cancer Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance

• Personal Leave
• Holidays
• Bereavement
• Military

• New Year’s Day
• Martin Luther King Day
• Good Friday
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veterans Day
• Thanksgiving (and day after)
• Christmas

• Tuition Reimbursement
• On‑site Wellness/Fitness Center
• Computer Purchase Program
• Direct Deposit Payroll

Volusia County is a drug‑free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Veterans’ preference in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.