Utilities Maintenance Worker

Are you hands-on, dependable, and take pride in keeping facilities running smoothly? We are seeking a Utilities Maintenance Worker to perform semiskilled work supporting the maintenance and operation of utilities equipment, grounds, lines, and structures. This position plays a vital role in ensuring safe, clean, and well-maintained utility facilities while working under the close supervision of an administrative supervisor.

Education and Experience:

An equivalent combination of relevant training, education and experience: High school diploma or equivalent One (1) year of work experience Licenses and/or

Certificates:

Must maintain a valid driver's license. In this role, you can expect a hands-on, varied workday that supports the safe and efficient operation of utility facilities and grounds. You will perform preventive maintenance, clean septage receiving stations, maintain landscaped areas, and complete painting, light carpentry, and general upkeep to keep facilities in excellent condition. The position involves using and maintaining tools, machinery, and grounds equipment, completing work orders and records through computer systems, and adhering to safety practices such as trenching and shoring requirements. You'll work both independently and collaboratively, assist other departments as needed, and provide professional, responsive customer service through clear communication and problem-solving. Flexibility is essential, as the role may require evenings, weekends, holidays, or emergency response to support critical utility operations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Stooping, crouching, walking, pulling, lifting, grasping, hearing, seeing up close, seeing far away, kneeling, reaching, pushing, talking, standing, finger movement, repetitive motions, depth perception. Frequent lifting of up to 25 pounds; occasional lifting over 50 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is exposed to outdoor weather conditions or irate customers, extreme noise, odors, heights, and/or dust.

RISK/SAFETY CONDITIONS

The position requires moderate exposure or risk related to physical and/or mental health and safety (e.g., exposure to environmentally hazardous material, heavy equipment, assault and battery, communicable disease, etc.). To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description. Charlotte County is an Affirmative Action/ADA/Veterans' Preference and Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Minorities, and Persons with Disabilities are Encouraged to Apply.