Utility Technician I

Citrus County is seeking a motivated Utility Technician I to join our dynamic team. Citrus County is not just a place to work-it's a vibrant, welcoming community committed to enhancing the quality of life for all its residents. Our Division of Utility Operations and Maintenance plays a pivotal role in this mission by providing safe, dependable, and aesthetically pleasing potable water and environmentally sensitive wastewater effluent. We are open and responsive to customer needs, enhancing the value and quality of our services. 

The Utility Technician I performs skilled technical work with assignments encompassing the operation, maintenance and construction of Citrus County Utilities water distribution and wastewater collection systems. The schedule for this full-time position may be Monday through Thursday or Tuesday through Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM.

• Drives and/or operates a county vehicle or equipment and must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.
• Operates and maintains sewage pump truck, installation, maintenance and repairs of water and sewer services including meters, back flow devices, valves, piping, and other associated utility appurtenances.
• Assists in the operation and maintenance of wastewater pump stations.
• Assists in preventive maintenance programs including facility and grounds maintenance.
• Assumes regularly scheduled on-call responsibilities as well as maintaining 24/7 contact (i.e., county issued cell phone/pager) to assist in emergency water and sewer repairs when possible.
• Performs work duties on weekends and holidays as needed.
• Performs other duties as required.

Education, Training, and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Some course work in principles and practices of utilities (water/wastewater) operations, preferred.
• Some experience in a related field or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Certificates, Licenses, Registration, Skills

• Valid Florida Driver License or must obtain within 30 days of establishing residency in Florida.
• Must have or be able to obtain within one (1) year of employment, Florida Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class “A” with “N” endorsement.
• Must have or be able to obtain within one (1) year certification in back flow (testing/repair), water distribution or wastewater collection.
• Ability to work after normal business hours (including nights, weekends, and holidays).
• Must have sufficient physical strength, agility, and stamina to perform assigned tasks under adverse conditions.
• Requires ability to maintain courteous and effective relations with County staff, elected officials, community interest groups and the public.
• Must have or be able to obtain within 90 days certification in FEMA National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses:
  • IS-100.c: Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS); and
  • IS-700.b: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Requires standing and walking most of the day.
• The job involves frequent lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds.
• The job requires frequent bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, kneeling, balancing, and twisting, and on occasion jumping and throwing.
• The job requires the completion of tasks that involves simple grasping, pushing, pulling, fine manual manipulation, typing, operating foot controls/levers, driving automotive equipment, and working in darkness.
• The job requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, depth perception and color vision, hearing, and speaking.
• The job may risk exposure to adverse weather, moving machinery, fumes and gases, electrical hazards, unprotected heights, and extreme noise.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 Emergency Response/Recovery Activities

• All employees will 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.   Emergency response duties may also include driving and/or operating a county vehicle or equipment and employees must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.

Employee Benefits at a Glance
 Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
 Employee Health & Wellness Center
 Florida Retirement System (FRS)
 Basic Term Life and AD&D Insurance $20,000
 Long Term Disability Insurance
 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
 11 Paid Holidays
 Vacation and Sick Leave
 
Please visit the Benefits tab of this posting for additional information and a link to the Employee Benefits Highlights booklet.
 
Basis of Rating: Some positions may require a written and/or skills test. Applications will be carefully reviewed to assess each individuals’ qualifications. Selected persons will be interviewed to determine who will be hired for the job.  The kind and length of related work experience, training and education shown on the application will be an important consideration in the screening process.
 
Must successfully pass an employment reference check, criminal background check, physical examination, and drug screen. Drug screens will be in accordance with the Drug Free Workplace Act and/or the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991.
 
Citrus County, Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.  
 
Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), marital status, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected trait.
 
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation.
 
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. PLEASE NOTE: Veterans' Preference is not applied for positions that are classified as managerial/supervisory unless excluded. For details, please refer to Section 110.205(2), F.S.

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