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Tradesworker - Water Infrastructure

Salary

$24.01 - $29.12 Hourly

Location

Fort Myers (Detar Warehouse), FL

Job Type

Full-Time Regular

Job Number

07742OD

Department

Utilities

Opening Date

11/10/2025

Closing Date

11/17/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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Description

The Utilities Department is seeking a skilled and motivated Tradesworker - Water Infrastructure to join our team. This is advanced-level technical and trades work involving the maintenance, repair, and installation of water distribution systems. The ideal candidate will have experience in utility work and a strong understanding of water infrastructure systems.

Duties and Responsibilities

+ Perform complex repairs, maintenance, and installations of water distribution infrastructure.

+ Install, replace, and repair water lines (1"–36"), water valves, fire hydrants, and water meters.

+ Operate a variety of heavy and light equipment, including:

+ Track hoes

+ Backhoes

+ Loaders

+ Vac-Con trucks

+ Dump trucks

+ Utilize hand and power tools specific to the trade.

+ Troubleshoot and diagnose issues in the water distribution system.

+ Interpret and work from blueprints, diagrams, and technical sketches.

+ Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and the public.

Education, Experience, Licensing

Education & Experience:

+ High school diploma or GED equivalent.

+ Minimum six (6) months of relevant work experience in utilities or a related field, such as:

+ Water or sewer systems

+ Natural gas

+ Irrigation

+ Plumbing

+ Electrical

+ Telecommunications installation

Licenses & Certifications:

+ Valid Class E Driver's License with a clean driving record.

+ Must possess a Florida Class A Commercial Learner’s Permit with Tanker Endorsement prior to receiving a job offer.

+ Must obtain a Florida Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement within 90 days of hire.

+ The Utilities Department will provide training, equipment, and cover all associated costs to help you obtain your CDL.

+ Must complete and pass the DEP Level 3 Water Distribution Operator training course and exam within two years of hire.

Additional Requirements:

+ This is a safety-sensitive position and subject to Drug and Alcohol Workplace Testing as per DOT regulation 49 CFR Parts 40 and/or 382.

+ Ability to work independently and make sound decisions under minimal supervision.

Supplemental Information

What We Offer:

+ Hands-on training and support to earn your CDL license

+ Stable, full-time position with advancement opportunities

+ Collaborative and safety-first work environment

+ Chance to serve

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM

On-Call: Required rotation including nights, weekends, and holidays

The Lee County Utilities Department helps make sure people have clean water to drink and that wastewater is safely treated. We take care of the pipes and systems that bring water to homes and businesses. Our team works hard to keep everything running smoothly and safely. We use modern technology and skilled workers to provide high-quality water and wastewater services to the community. When you join our team, you'll help keep our water systems in top shape and make a real difference in people's lives.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:

All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply.

Lee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive, and affordable benefits package. Our Board works in the best interest of employees and strives to provide the most complete, high-quality benefits package available at the lowest possible cost to the employee. Our Board continues to remain steadfast in maintaining one of the lowest levels of employee costs in our area.

Lee County's benefits package is offered to both regular Full-time positions and Part-time positions that are regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more bi-weekly. Medical benefits may be offered to On-Call, Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern employees who meet the Affordable Care Act eligibility criteria.

Lee County employees eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the Florida Retirement Pension plan you will not be eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Retirees of the Investment Plan are eligible for renewed membership in the Investment Plan only. FRS reemployment rules apply for both.

Below is a brief breakdown of what's included in the benefits package that is offered to our employees.

For a more detailed look into our benefits package, please click visit our webpage at www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/FULLTIME%20ACTIVE%20LCBOCC%202024%20Plan%20Year%20OE%20Guide%20FINAL%20AON%202023.09.12.pdf.

To view our employee paid premiums, please visit: https://www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/2024%20Active%20Employee%20Rates.pdf

Health Benefits:

• Medical Insurance

• Plans include, but are not limited to: routine, preventative, mental health, hospitalization, and prescription drug benefits.

• Vision, Fitness, Weight Management, Natural Products and Services, and Hearing discount programs available.

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Medical Reimbursement Account

• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account

• Pharmacy, including Mail-Order Pharmacy

• Informed Health Lines (Nurse Hotline)

• Basic Life Insurance (1x or 2x Annual Salary at no cost to employee)

• Optional Life Insurance

• Long-Term Disability (60% of pre-disability salary at no cost to employee)

• Short-Term Disability

• Sick Leave Pool

• Flu vaccinations

• Wellness Programs

Financial Benefits:

• Florida Retirement System (FRS)

• Two Retirement Plan Options:

1) FRS Pension Plan (Defined Benefit)

2) FRS Investment Plan (Defined Contribution)

• Deferred Compensation (457) Plans

• Financial Savings/Management Programs

• Eligible for membership with Suncoast Credit Union

• Employee Leave Benefits

• Holiday Pay - 11 Paid Holidays Annually

• Paid Sick Leave

• Paid Vacation Leave

• Bereavement & Civic Duty Leave

• Family and Medical Leave

• Military Family & Medical Leave

• Educational Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Services available to employees that offers guidance, support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues. Confidential and provided at no charge to employees and their dependents.

United Way 2-1-1 (Lee County Employee Resource Program)

Lee County BOCC has partnered with United Way 211 to provide an Employee Resource Program which assists BoCC employees who may be experiencing distress due to economic hardship, health or other factors.

Educational Assistance

Reimbursement for coursework taken at an accredited college or university that is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities relating to the official duties that the employees perform.

01

How many years of experience do you have working in utility systems (e.g., water, sewer, gas, plumbing)? (Be sure to include this experience in the Work History section of your application.)

+ Less than 6 months

+ 6 months to 1 year

+ 1–2 years

+ More than 2 years

02

Which of the following areas have you worked in? (Select all that apply. Be sure to include this experience in the Work History section of your application.)

+ Water Distribution

+ Wastewater/Sewer

+ Natural Gas

+ Irrigation

+ Plumbing

+ Electrical

+ Telecommunications

03

Do you possess a Class A Commercial Driver's License with Tanker Endorsement?

+ Yes, I possess a Class A Commercial Driver License with Tanker Endorsement.

+ No, but I do possess a Class A Commercial Driver Permit with Tanker Endorsement.

+ No, but I am able to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver Permit with Tanker Endorsement prior to receiving an offer of employment.

+ No, I do not possess a Class A Commercial Driver Permit or License and I am unable to obtain prior to receiving an offer of employment.

04

Have you completed and passed the DEP level 3 Water Distribution Operator training course and exam?

+ Yes, I have completed and passed the DEP level 3 Water Distribution Operator training course and exam.

+ No, I have not completed nor passed the DEP level 3 Water Distribution Operator training course and exam, but I will be able to do so within two years of employment.

+ No, I have not completed nor passed the DEP level 3 Water Distribution Operator training course and exam and I am unable to do so within two years of employment.

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Employer

Lee County Government

Address

Phone

(239) 533-2245

Website

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/leecounty

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