What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lift Station Technician position at The School District of Lee County?
Lift Station Technician
We are hiring a qualified Lift Station Technician. The Technician is responsible for maintaining, repairing, testing, and troubleshooting lift stations in a safe and cost-effective manner that supports the goals of the District. This role will also ensure compliance and supports the mission, vision, values, and objectives of The School District of Lee County.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Two years of experience in testing and repairing lift stations, with a background that includes welding, soldering, electrical work, operation of control units, pumps, and motors.
- Valid Florida driver’s license.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Valid Florida commercial driver’s license (CDL) class B; air brakes endorsement.
- Certification as a Wastewater Collection System Operator.
- Experience in working with both low and high-voltage electrical equipment.
- Forklift certification.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Repair, test, and maintain lift stations, troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues both on-site and remotely via telephone.
- Operate light and heavy duty equipment such as forklifts, power generation, and lawn mowing equipment.
- Capability to read and interpret schematics and blueprints effectively.
- Conduct routine and annual scheduled service, testing, and preventive maintenance.
- Create detailed records of inspections, repairs, maintenance activities, and parts utilized. Ensure timely documentation of any modifications made.
- Adhere to relevant safety regulations and procedures.
- Interact with personnel at building sites to gather, communicate, and update necessary information for resolving lift station issues.
- Maintain current licensure and certifications.
- Any job-related duties as assigned.
Your Perks:
- Starting at $21.99 an hour
- Employee insurance programs
- Retirement programs
- Employee benefits & wellness programs
- Free access to state-of-the art gym (located at district office)
- Free Professional development
- Southwest Florida weather
About Lee County:
School District of Lee County is the eighth-largest district in Florida and the 27th largest school district in the United States*. We proudly educate over 101,000 students in grades K-12. Schools in Lee County play a key role in community life. With 12,000 full- and part-time employees, the School District is one of the county's largest employers, and with the District's construction program, building new schools and renovating and expanding existing facilities, the District has been the area's largest developer.
*Source: National Center for Education Statistics
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: From $21.99 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
- Outdoor work
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- working with both low and high-voltage electrical equipment: 1 year (Preferred)
- testing and repairing lift stations: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Wastewater Collection System Operator (Preferred)
- Forklift Certification (Preferred)
- Florida Driver's License (Required)
- Florida commercial driver’s license (CDL) class B (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22
