Tradesworker (0149)

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 west-central Florida as directed by state law.

Join ourGeneral Services Bureau

This is your chance to keep Southwest Florida Water Management District humming along with seamless precision. Using a customer-driven 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 have the opportunity to perform daily landscape maintenance tasks ensuring the upkeep and aesthetic quality of the grounds as well as perform facilities maintenance repairs and modifications for District owned buildings and grounds projects at our Brooksville Service Office. With this role you will work under the supervision of the Facilities Manager. In joining our team youll play an important role in enhancing the results to ensure a brighter future for the environment of Florida.

District employees are offered an excellent total rewards package that includes:

• Florida Retirement System (FRS) District Total Contribution 13.63%
• 9 paid holidays ( 1 floating holiday)
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Paid Parental Leave including Maternity Bonding and Family Supportive Work Program
• Medical and dental insurance (91- 97% District paid)
• Vision insurance
• Deferred compensation Program
• Basic and voluntary life and AD&D insurance
• Long-term disability (District Paid)
• Prescription drug coverage & mail order program
• Health savings & flexible spending accounts

• Flexible schedule for Work-life balance
• Legal and Identity Theft protection
• Wellness program
• Public service loan forgiveness qualified employer
• Tuition reimbursement ($5250/year)
• State adoption benefit qualified employer
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Transfer in years of service for other public sector work towards the FRS program and sick time

Compensation:

Tradesworker 1 $14.27 - $15.80
Tradesworker 2 $15.20 - $16.83

The starting hourly ranges are included for the Maintenance and Trades Technician profile which reflects the minimum to 19.5% of the respective pay grades. The starting salary will be based on the education and experience of the successful candidate. The District conducts annual performance evaluations that may award applicable pay increases based on positive employee performance.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for daily landscape maintenance.
• Useshand tools power tools and equipment needed to maintain and repair buildings and grounds.
• Maintains the Brooksville campus to provide a safe and clean working environment.
• Uses computers for data entry vehicle utilization e-mail etc.
• Serves as a self-starter and team player with the ability to work alone or with a team.
• Construction related tasks such as carpentry drywall acoustical ceiling plumbing electricalheating ventilation air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC) landscaping and painting.
• Conducts emergency maintenance repairs as needed.
• Conducts some work in an office environment interacting with other District staff.

Working Conditions

Ability to lift and carry a 30 pound pack while walking up to 50% of the shift. May be required to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally. May be exposed to extremely hot humid weather conditions mosquitoes and other pests. May be exposed to elements including sun and rain during an entire work period. Must be able to bend squat and climb on a regular basis. Satisfactory completion of a work capacity test may be required every two accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employee may be subject to call-in outside of regularly scheduled work hours or required to be on call including nights weekends or holidays to respond to emergency management activities or other incidents requiring rapid response in support of District operations.

Required Credentials for Tradesworker

Tradesworker 1

• High School Diploma or equivalent or vocational degree
• Obtainment ofIS-100 IS-200 IS-400 within one (1) year of hire
• Valid drivers license

Tradesworker 2

• High School Diploma or equivalent or vocational degree
• Two (2) years experience in building maintenance grounds and landscaping maintenance or related experience
• Obtainment ofIS-100 IS-200 IS-400 within one (1) year of hire
• Valid drivers license

Preferred Credentials for Tradesworker

• Verifiable job-related experience in construction or building maintenance related tasks such as carpentry drywall acoustical ceiling plumbing electrical heating ventilation air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC).

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 resumewill notbe considered as a substitute for the information requested on the application for purposes of qualification.

Additional Details

This position is typically scheduled to work 40 hours per week (4) four ten hour days out of the Brooksville FL office. This position is eligible for overtime for hours worked over 40 hours in a week.

Travel Required

travel using a District vehicle to other District facilities

Accepting applications until June 16 2025 at 4:00 PM

About Us

Managing the water resources for west-central Florida our District includes approximately 10000 square miles of territory spanning 16 counties and serving more than 6 million residents. Established in 1961 as a flood-protection 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 water-related functions.

The District prides itself on providing a positive work flexible environment that engages and supports our employees. This could be the opportunity of a lifetime. Click on the link to apply and put yourself to work for our water resources.

#WorkForOurWater

Equal Employment Opportunity/Veterans Preference/Drug-Free 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 pre-employment 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 34604-6899; telephone or 1- (FL only); or email .If you are hearing or speech impaired please contact the agency using the Florida Relay Service 1- (TDD) or 1- (Voice). In the event of a complaint please follow the grievance procedure located at District participates in E-Verify 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 I-9 to confirm work authorization.

The Districtwill not sponsor applicants for work visas.