Department:

Public Utilities

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Do you have experience in Utility or Lift Station Management? In this role, you'll take the lead in overseeing the daily operations, administration, and technical aspects of lift stations, vacuum systems, low-pressure systems, and related infrastructure. Join us in keeping Sarasota County clean and thriving as we support the county's growth with reliable and efficient wastewater management!

The pay starts between $75,233.60 - $83,000.00, (based on experience) and benefits begin within 60 days of hire. Apply today!

About the Position

Some of the essential job functions are as follows:

Review maintenance and operational control strategies with Lift Station Supervisors, and Wastewater Managers.Develop and implement cost savings programs for utility.Review operational data and trends.Respond to emergencies as required.Conduct facility inspections.Coordinate staff development, which includes safety training, technical training and Sarasota County employee training.Coordinate maintenance and repairs of all equipment and facility with outside contractors, vendors and support staff.Prepare and present status reports and requested data to management.Coordinate and consult with project manager and consultants during large CIP projects.Preparation of budget projections pertaining to the assigned area of responsibility.Prepare and submit purchase requisition information relating to supplier equipment and services pertaining to the assigned area.Direct the performance of gathering of samples in accordance with appropriate sampling procedures.Direct the performance of appropriate tests and analysis in accordance with approved standards.Prepare and submit monthly operation and maintenance summaries for presentation at monthly staff meetings.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

About You

Minimum Qualifications:

A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Physical or Natural Science, Engineering, Business Administration or a highly related field AND four (4) years of job-related experience.-OR- Associate's degree from an accredited college or university AND six (6) years of job-related experience.-OR- Professional-related experience may substitute for the required degree on a year-for-year basis.Two (2) years or more of supervisory experience in the related field. A valid Florida Driver's License at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

Training in physics, hydraulics, mechanical construction and maintenance, electrical/electronic theory and maintenance.Journeyman/Master electrician license.  FW&PCOA Class “A” wastewater collection system certification. Florida Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License.

Physical Demands: May occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds.

Subject to Passing Substance Screening:  This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening.  An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment for a period of five (5) years. 

About Everything Else

Starting Pay Range: $75,233.60 - $83,000.00/ annually, based on experience.

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Our interview process could include phone interview(s), Microsoft Teams video interview(s), and/or in-person interview(s).

If you are selected to join our team, please click on this link to review the Required First Day Documents. You will need to present the following items on your first day:

1. I-9 Acceptable Documents to show your identity and authorization to work. Use this link to learn more and review the different document options: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

If your position requires a Florida Driver’s License, this must be one of your documents. (Your Florida Driver’s License can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List B Documents.)  

2. U.S. Social Security Card (signed, physical card). This is a requirement of our Payroll Department and failure to provide this document could jeopardize timely compensation. (Your U.S. Social Security Card can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List C Documents.)  

Benefits:

Enjoy great benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Florida Retirement System (FRS) and many, many more! Choose one of three great medical plans, including one with a $0 premium option, with completed preventative visits!For more information about employee benefits, please click this link or visit SCGov.net for additional information.Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations. Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service. (That adds up to a possible 30 days off in your 1st year!)​​

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