Wastewater Utilities Maintenance Lead Worker City of St. Petersburg - 3.8 Saint Petersburg, FL Job Details Full-time $25.28 - $35.28 an hour 18 hours ago Qualifications CDL B Pipe repair Commercial truck driving Computer literacy Underground utilities High school diploma or GED Supervising experience Crew management Overseeing training Tanker Endorsement Full Job Description This is lead supervisory and participatory work of a physical nature involving the application of manual skills and knowledge above basic laboring in the installation, field maintenance and repair of general wastewater line collection systems and construction procedures; skill in the use of wastewater related equipment; and knowledge of departmental functions, policies, and procedures. Work requires skill in training, instructing, organizing work crews, and determining procedures to carry out assignments received through written and oral instructions. Work includes the operation of automotive equipment, specialized machines, equipment, power tools, and building maintenance and operational support equipment. An employee in this class personally participates in the work, may perform the more skilled and difficult tasks, and performs heavy manual labor, occasionally under adverse weather conditions.

Salary:

$25.28 - $35.28

Hourly Close Date:

08-27-2026 (11:59 PM) To Qualify Minimum Qualifications.

Applicants must:

Possess a valid high school diploma or GED equivalency. Possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Class "B" Commercial Driver License with "N" endorsement. Possess a FWPCOA Wastewater Collection System Operator "C" Certification. Have considerable experience in wastewater collection system construction, maintenance, or repair. Have some supervisory experience. Be able to prepare routine written reports of work activities. Acknowledge this position is designated as Emergency Critical (EC) and if hired into the position, an applicant must be immediately available to the department before, during, and after a declared emergency and/or disaster. Desirable Qualifications.

Preferred applicants:

Possess a FWPCOA Wastewater Collection System Operator "B" Certification. Have some experience using a computer, including keyboard and mouse. Are able to perform simple mathematical calculations quickly and accurately. Are able to work under potentially hazardous conditions. Have had some experience working with sanitary sewer utilities and familiar with some sanitary sewer terminology. Selection Process

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

For purposes of employment, re-employment, promotion, transfer or demotion, the most qualified applicants will be selected to continue in the hiring process. At this point, any prior criminal records will be verified. A prior criminal record will not necessarily disqualify a selected applicant from employment. The City of St. Petersburg is committed to a Drug Free Workplace and compliance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) drug testing rules. Applicants may be required to successfully complete pre-employment drug testing and/or medical exams. How To Apply Apply online at www.stpete.org/jobs - Select See Open Jobs . City employees must use the Current City Employee link or use a City computer to access iRecruitment Employee Candidate. The City of St. Petersburg is committed to affirmative action and equal opportunity employment, and encourages individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply for posted positions. In accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes, qualified servicemembers/veterans and the spouses/family members of certain servicemembers/veterans receive preference/priority in employment. Eligible applicants are responsible to apply for Veterans' Preference at the time of submission of any job application. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to apply, to interview for positions and to perform the essential job functions.