Facility Services Student Intern 9013

Work for Our Water Resources.

Help protect one of Floridas most vital resources water with a career at theSouthwest Florida Water Management District (District).

The District is a government agency whose mission is to protect water resources minimize flood risks and ensure the publics water needs are met. We serve a population of nearly 6million people in westcentral Florida as directed by state law.

Join our General Services Bureauand make a lasting impact.

This is your chance to keep Southwest Florida Water Management District humming along with seamless precision. Using a customerdriven team approach our General Services Bureau performs the important work behind the scenes that keeps our entire organization operating smoothly as we manage the water supply and protect our water quality. You will be provided with an opportunity to gain experience in areas such as buildings grounds and facilities maintenance. In joining our teamyoull play an important role in enhancing the results to ensure a brighter future for the environment of Florida.

For helping to maintain our valuable water resources as a student we offer:

• Training and Development:Having a successful career takes more than technical training. The District helps our staff develop additional skill sets such as emotional intelligence time management customer service conflict resolution communications and more. As an intern you are eligible to attend these onsite trainings.
• Employee Assistance Program:Provides confidential assistance and support in a wide variety of areas important to an employees wellbeing including but not limited to work and life balance stress management coping with family issues financial advice legal and workplace problems addictions student loan assistance and any other personal issues adversely affecting quality of life.
• Wellness Program:Your Health Matters is designed to encourage employees to engage in healthier lifestyle behaviors through the achievement of health and fitness goals. The program includes classes on health and fitness topics District campus walking routes a fitness challenge tobaccocessation resources an ergonomics program discount programs incentives and other resources. Participation in wellness program activities is voluntary.

Compensation: $15.00 hourly

Essential Functions

• Assist Facilities staff in the ongoing maintenance of District facilities and grounds including lawn mowing pressure washing exterior building maintenance landscaping and furniture moves.
• Provide apprenticelevel assistance to Facilities staff on more complex plumbing electrical HVAC mechanical or carpentry jobs.

Working Conditions

Must have ability to lift and carry 30 pounds while walking. May be required to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. May be exposed to extremely hot humid weather conditions mosquitoes and other pests. May be exposed to materials that are classified as hazardous VOC or herbicide products with the use of specialized PPE equipment. May be exposed to elements including sun and rain during entire work period. Must be able to bend squat and climb on a regular basis. May be required to operate motor vehicles mowers man lifts and miscellaneous landscape and construction equipment for extended accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Credentials for Facility Services Student Intern Opportunity

• Beat least parttime and currently enrolled in High School an accredited college university or other recognized educational or vocational program
• Maintain a minimum GPAof 2.5 for undergraduate students or minimum GPA of 3.0 for graduate students
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• Valid drivers license

Preferred Credentials for Facility Services Student Intern Opportunity

• Basic understanding of construction maintenance and proper use of hand and power tools
• Preferred Degrees: Engineering Construction Management Vocational Technical
• Preferred Degree Level: Undergraduate

Application Process

The District will determine eligibility for employment solely from the information provided on a District employment application. All applicants are required to complete in full a District employment application. Any application that is not complete will not receive consideration for the position. A resume will not be considered as a substitute for the information requested on the application for purposes of qualification.

Additional Details

This position is typically scheduled to work no more than 25 hours per week out of the Tampa Florida office.

Travel Required

travel using District vehicle within Districts coverage area.

Accepting applications until April 11 2025 at 4:00 p.m.

About Us

The District is responsible for managing the water resources for west central Florida which includesapproximately 10000 square miles of territory spanning 16 counties and serving more than 6 million residents. Established in 1961 as a floodprotection agency our objective is to meet the needs of current and future water users protect and preserve our water resources manage the water supply protect water quality and preserve waterrelated functions.

Start and grow your career with the District! The District prides itself on providing a positive work environment that engages and supports our employees through flexible and remote work schedules. We provide and support learning and development for staff at all levels including conferences association memberships and formal education. Let us know if you have previous public sector experience that may allow for additional perks! Click on the link to apply.

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Equal Employment Opportunity/Veterans Preference/DrugFree Workplace/Tobacco Free Campuses.

All applicants shall receive equal consideration and treatment in employment without regard to race color religion ancestry national origin age sex marital status familial status or medical condition. All recruitment hiring placements transfers and promotions will be on the basis of individual skills knowledge and abilities and the feasibility of any necessary job accommodation(s).

The Southwest Florida Water Management District (District) does not discriminate on the basis of disability in regard to job application procedures hiring and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the District to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application interviewing completing any preemployment testing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process please direct your inquiries to the Human Resources Office Chief at 2379 Broad St. Brooksville FL; telephoneor(FL only); or email .If you are hearing or speech impaired please contact the agency using the Florida Relay Service(TDD) or(Voice). In the event of a complaint please follow the grievance procedure located at WaterMatters/ADA.

The District participates in EVerify employment eligibility verification. We will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employees Form I9 to confirm work authorization.

The District does not sponsor applicants for work visas.