Position Description
Do you enjoy working in water, wastewater, and reclaimed water utilities systems? We have the ideal opportunity for you!!!
Work maintaining a complex network of supervisors and technical water, wastewater, and reclaimed water utilities systems. This involves advanced administrative, technical, and supervisory work in support of a network of utility system lines, pumping stations, metering facilities, and automated controls. Employees in this class plan, supervise, and provide technical assistance to operations and maintenance personnel. Direction is given to subordinates, diagnosing and planning repair and installation work. Employees participate in reviews of new or modified operations and exercise independent judgment within established technical standards. The position reports to a division supervisor, unit supervisor, or designee.
This Utilities Operations Specialist 4 (Water and/or Sewer Operations Specialist 4) position is located at: 6730 142nd Avenue North, Largo, FL or 3900 Dunn Drive, Palm Harbor, FL. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. or Monday - Thursday; 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. or Tuesday - Friday; 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
- Assign and direct work of maintenance crews in the replacement, repair or upgrade of water, wastewater,
- and reclaimed water systems.
- Supervise correct measures for emergency and construction equipment.
- Responsible for inventory of asset equipment, employee time records, scheduling of work to include early parts pick up, performing discipline, and writing performance reviews.
- Make an inspection of the work site in advance of work performed.
- Analyze data relating to sanitary sewer interruptions and overflows, pressurized water, sewer, and reclaimed main breaks, installation, relocation, and replacement.
- Coordinate field logistics related to labor, equipment, and material allocation.
- Interpret "as built" Engineering schematics or material specification drawings that need to be deciphered prior to installation or procurement.
- Estimate project costs through job site assessments and present a sound business case of your findings.
- Select and train new personnel, prepare work schedules, and conduct performance evaluations,
- Coordinate overtime and maintain employee time records.
- Complete work-related reports and/or maintain operation and maintenance logs.
- Performs related work as assigned or required.
WHAT WILL YOU NEED?
4 years of skilled utilities field or bench work experience that includes supervisory or lead worker experience.
- An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
- Must possess and maintain a State of Florida Class A Commercial Driver's License with a Tanker Endorsement.
- Must possess and maintain a State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection Class 3 (or higher) Distribution System Operators License (DEP).
- Must possess and maintain a Temporary Traffic Control Certification, or position may be demoted.
- Assignment to work a variety of work schedules, including compulsory work periods in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations.
Highly Desirable
- Knowledge of services offered by the County and other local community services agencies.
- Fluent in any languages other than English, particularly Spanish.
- Ability to work a flexible work schedule when needed.
Why Choose Pinellas County?
When you join Pinellas County, you’re not just taking on a job—you’re investing in your future. We believe in supporting our employees with exceptional benefits that help you thrive both professionally and personally. Here's why our benefits stand out as some of the best in the area:
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy affordable medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and more that meet the needs of you and your family.
- Florida Retirement System (FRS): Secure your financial future with a robust retirement plan that gives you peace of mind as you plan for tomorrow.
- Generous leave time: Take advantage of time off to recharge and enjoy life outside of work.
- Wellness Program: Access to county gyms 24/7 and wellness programs as part of our commitment to employee wellness.
- Deferred compensation: Build your savings and plan for the future with flexible deferred compensation options tailored to your financial goals.
- To learn more, see What We Offer
Review the full classification description with the Physical/Mental Demands and Working Conditions at the below link.