Full-Time

Utilities Maintenance Operator All Tiers

Wrd-IMD

Hillsborough County

Hillsborough County

1,001-5,000 employees

Non-profit supports firefighter training and safety

Compensation Overview

$37.8k - $62.4k/yr

Tampa, FL, USA

In Person

Category
General Maintenance & Repair (2)
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Requirements
  • Graduation from high school or possession of a GED Certificate
  • Possession of a valid Florida Driver's License
  • Possession of Class “A” or “A”-Restricted Commercial Driver’s License with combination, air brakes, and tanker endorsements
  • Possession of a current State of Florida Class 3 Water Distribution System Operator License or higher OR a Florida Class C or higher water treatment plant operator license
  • Within specified time frames, must obtain required licenses (for trainee: Class A or A-Restricted CDL with combination, air brakes, and tanker endorsements within 6 months; for promotion: Class 3 Water Distribution System Operator License; or for placement: Class 2 or Class 1 depending on role)
  • Knowledge of water or reclaimed water distribution or wastewater collection systems
  • Knowledge of department and Field Maintenance Service policies, practices, and standard operating procedures
  • Knowledge of current trade practices and technology
  • Skill in the safe operation of equipment and tools used to maintain water and wastewater distribution systems
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
  • Ability to read and understand job related material such as blueprints, policies, practices, and procedures
  • Ability to identify occupational hazards, implement safety precautions, PPE usage
  • Ability to diagnose machinery and equipment defects and make repairs or adjustments
  • Ability and willingness to work outside in a subtropical climate, adverse weather conditions, and high noise levels
  • Ability to lift and move equipment in excess of 50 pounds, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces and manholes
  • Ability and willingness to respond to emergency situations such as floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, and other natural and/or unnatural crises to provide for public health and safety
  • Ability and willingness to work overtime, rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Ability to work effectively with others
Responsibilities
  • Operates, maintains, and repairs all phases of water, reclamation, and wastewater systems.
  • Inspects cross-connection controls; installs, evaluates, and repairs master meter assemblies, backflow prevention, and other devices.
  • Diagnoses malfunctions using manufacturers’ handbooks, codes, and standard operating procedures to ensure efficiency and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations for safety/environmental hazards.
  • Operates specialized, light, and heavy equipment. Locates and marks location of underground utilities.
  • Assist in setting up well-point systems for de-watering construction and maintenance sites; erects and dismantles shoring/trench box.
  • Assists in excavating work site, as required to facilitate installation, maintenance, or repair of water, reclaimed water, or wastewater lines and restoring site to original condition when work is complete.
  • Utilizes the Job Qualification Standards, PUD Technical Specifications, Utility Accommodation Guide, Industry Publications and Standards, and other related guidance for subject/task fundamentals.
  • May provide instruction, guidance, and training to lower level staff as required.
  • Maintains all job-related credentials, work unsupervised, and performs team leader duties while in the field, which includes enforcing policy, safety procedures, and training employees.
  • Provides information and responds as appropriate to public information requests.
  • Performs other related duties as required.
Desired Qualifications
  • None

Hillsborough County Fire Rescue Foundation is a nonprofit that supports fire and life safety in its community. It funds and organizes the professional growth, training, and education of Hillsborough County Fire Rescue members. It also runs water safety programs by providing swimming lessons to community members. The foundation partners with other local nonprofits to extend its reach and offer support across Hillsborough County. Its goal is to reduce fires and injuries by improving firefighter training and community safety education, while expanding access to swimming and safety programs for residents.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Tampa, Florida

Founded

1834

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What believers are saying

  • $211M hurricane aid launched April 20, 2026 enables partnerships.
  • Zion Village completion March 24, 2026 opens safety training.
  • $280M county budget funds 1,295 Fire Rescue positions.

What critics are saying

  • Competing nonprofits like Mt. Zion capture funding in 6-12 months.
  • $709M HUD grants prioritize infrastructure over Foundation subcontracts.
  • Donor fatigue post-2025 gala drops contributions 30-50%.

What makes Hillsborough County unique

  • Supports Hillsborough Fire Rescue training with $2.2M revenue.
  • Provides community swimming lessons for water safety.
  • Partners with non-profits for expanded fire education.

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Company News

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