TPO​/Mechanic Trainee- Wastewater

Open Until Filled.

Department: Utility Service Department

Organizational Unit: County Water and Wastewater

Position Type: Permanent Full Time

Pay Range: $23.05 to $25.36 hourly. Salary is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. Positions available in the North, Central, and South areas of the County. Work schedule includes shift work and may involve evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.

Performs entry-level crafts and trades work participating in the daily operation, maintenance, and housekeeping typical of water treatment facilities.

• High school diploma or equivalent, as required by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP).
• One (1) year of experience assisting with or performing mechanical repair and routine maintenance on equipment, machinery, or mechanical systems in an industrial, utility, automotive, or similar setting.
• Additional college or technical coursework in subjects related to science or treatment plant operations is preferred.

• Must possess, or obtain prior to employment, a valid Florida driver’s license and maintain said license during employment.
• Must obtain within twelve (12) months of employment the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Class C Wastewater Operator’s license.
• May be required, depending on assignment, to successfully complete an OSHA‑compliant forklift operator training course meeting CFR  requirements and be able to operate a forklift.
• Must be physically capable at all times of properly wearing and utilizing all required personal protective equipment (PPE), which may include respiratory protection.
• Must be able to work planned and unplanned overtime, standby, and on‑call duties on a rotational basis, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Required to perform emergency duties as directed if a hurricane, major storm, natural or man‑made disaster threatens the area.

This position is part of an established career ladder.

• The employee must be able to:
  • LIFT: 50 lbs. or more
  • CARRY: 50 lbs. or more
  • PUSH: 50 lbs. or more
  • PULL: 50 lbs. or more
• In an eight‑hour day, the employee may have to:
  • STAND: 5–8 hours
  • WALK: 5–8 hours
  • SIT: 5–8 hours
  • DRIVE: 5–8 hours
• The employee must repetitively perform:
  • Fine manipulation (e.g., writing, wiring); operating foot controls; pulling; pushing; simple grasping (e.g., pen, screwdriver)
• The employee must be able to:
  • Balance; bend; climb; crawl; dig; jump; kneel; reach; run; smell; stoop
• The employee must have:
  • Color perception; good distant vision; good hearing; good near vision; good speech; none; use of both eyes
• Other necessary physical activities/traits
  • N/A

• Working conditions that will apply to the employee:
  • Work alone; at heights above/below ground level; below ground level (ditches, tunnels, etc.); in cold; in dampness or chilly conditions; in heat; in high humidity; in or with dusty conditions; in or with moving objects or vehicles; in or with noisy conditions; on or with ladders or scaffolding; on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; other working conditions; with chemicals or solvents;
    
    with electricity; with feet, legs or hands in water; with fumes, smoke, gases or flames; with grease; with hazardous materials; with lawn grasses, plants, etc.; with odors; with oils; with poor lighting; with poor ventilation; with silica, fiberglass, etc.; with vibrations (jackhammers, etc.); work inside; work outside; works closely with others
• Other working conditions:
  • N/A