Water / Wastewater Field Service Technician

On-Call Responsibilities

• Must be available to serve in an on-call rotation, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Required to carry the on-call phone while assigned to on-call duties.
• Must be able to respond to emergency events and alarm callouts within one hour.
• Receive a $200 weekly bonus while serving on-call.
• Receive a minimum of 2 hours pay at 1.5x overtime rate for each callout related to water plants, splash pad operations, lift stations, E-1 stations, water breaks, and wastewater plant issues.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on lift stations, E-1 grinder pump stations, water plants, splash pad facilities, wastewater plants, and associated assets, including generators, auxiliary pumps, blowers, and inspections.
• Repair leaks to water lines, sewer E-1 pressurized lines, and force mains as needed.
• Replace lift station and/or E-1 submersible pumps when required.
• Install and replace water meters as needed.
• Perform monthly meter readings.
• Work with utility billing and customer service functions.
• Complete weekly vehicle and asset inspections.
• Flush hydrants, exercise valves, and perform mowing and trimming at lift stations, water plants, and wastewater plants as needed.
• Service and test backflow devices (if licensed).
• Collect water distribution samples under the guidance of a licensed operator when required.
• Operate a variety of heavy and light equipment, including crane trucks, bush hogs, mini excavators, and valve exercisers as needed.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Making an Impact

Everyone depends on clean water for everyday life, including drinking, cooking, cleaning, bathing, and sanitation. Providing high-quality water to your community allows you to make a meaningful impact not only on the environment, but also on the lives of your neighbors, friends, and family. The ability to turn on a faucet and trust that clean water will always be available is something many people take for granted, and you'll help make that possible every day.

State-of-the-Art Technology

• The water and wastewater industry continues to evolve with advancements in technology.
• Much of the work involves modern equipment and digital platforms that help treatment facilities operate efficiently and accurately.
• You'll gain experience using technology that supports compliance requirements, protects the environment, and ensures the delivery of a safe, reliable product.

Career Stability

The demand for clean water never goes away, making this one of the most stable and recession-resistant industries available. Woodard & Curran provides opportunities for hands-on learning, support in obtaining treatment licenses, continuing education opportunities, and career growth at every stage, from entry-level positions to senior leadership roles.

Education & Experience

• Graduation from a standard high school or vocational school, including or supplemented by courses in mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation maintenance.
• Experience in the operation and maintenance of pumps, compressors, electric motors, and plumbing fixtures preferred.
• Basic mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to repair pumping equipment and control switches.
• Experience with wastewater and water transfer systems is a plus.

Licenses & Certifications

• Water Distribution License issued by the State of Florida or the ability to obtain one within 18 months.
• Valid Florida driver's license with a safe driving record.
• CDL Class B or higher is a plus; however, the ability to obtain a Florida DOT Medical Card is required to operate the crane truck.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to regularly lift or move up to 40 pounds.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Successful candidates will be required to complete

• DOT background check
• DOT pre-placement physical
• DOT drug screen

Pay and benefits

Woodard & Curran offers a comprehensive benefits package. For more information about our benefits & workplace policies visit Benefit & Policy Information - Woodard & Curran.