Utility Worker III

Salary: $20.66 - $28.93 Hourly Location : Land O' Lakes, FL Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 13810-0226 Department: Utilities Water & Wastewater O & M Division: Reclaimed Services Opening Date: 02/27/2026 Closing Date: 3/12/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Salary Range: $20.66 - $28.93 Pay Grade: N34 (Non-exempt position) Salary Disclosure: Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. General Description JOIN OUR TEAM AS A UTILTY WORKER III! Continue to build your career with Pasco County Utilities! The role of Utility Worker III involves skilled and semiskilled work in the operation and maintenance of utility water and reclaimed water transmission and distribution systems, wastewater collection, and water/wastewater treatment processes. Pasco County provides a possible path for advancement from a Utility Worker III, to UT Distribution Operator III, UT Distribution Operator II and then WUT Distribution Operator I when certifications, license, experience, and performance requirements and expectations are met. Essential Job Functions Job assignments include, but may not be limited to the following: Installs and maintains water and reclaimed lines, meters, hydrants, and valves; assists Utilities Foreman and Senior Utilities Foreman; assists water or reclaimed operators; performs potable water and reclaimed water installation, repair, maintenance, and inspection activities. Operates tandem dump truck with heavy equipment trailer, sludge truck, box blade grading tractor, and medium sized wheel loader when necessary. Ability to lift and/or move up to 80 pounds and also push or pull heavy objects. Performs other related work as required. Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of potable or reclaimed water transmission or distribution; irrigation, or plumbing system installation, repair, or maintenance methods, procedures, equipment, tools materials, and supplies. Knowledge of supervisory techniques and practices. Knowledge of safe working procedures and practices. Skill in operating motor vehicles and equipment. Skill operating flat bed, five (5) yard dump truck, sludge truck, tandem dump truck with trailer, box blade grading tractor, and medium sized wheel loader. Ability to operate a radio. Ability to plan, schedule, and supervise the work of others. Ability to read and interpret plans, blueprints, and specifications. Ability to prepare accurate records and reports. Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, supervisor, and the public. Ability to read for comprehension. Minimum RequirementsPHYSICAL SKILLS/WORKING CONDITIONS: Ability to lift and/or move up to 80 pounds and also push or pull heavy objects. May use a handling device (dolly, cart, etc.) or work with another team member to lift and/or move excessively heavy objects. Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written and visual communication. Ability to frequently bend, climb, stoop, squat, and walk. Must pass pulmonary function test and fit test within 60 days. Must be able to work overtime, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays. EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma. Eighteen (18) months of direct experience in water, or reclaimed water field maintenance. LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Must possess a valid Florida Class "B" CDL with N Tanker endorsement license. Must obtain the following with sixty (60) days of hire: Confined Space Entry, Excavation & Trenching, Intermediate M.O.T., CPR/First Aid. and FEMA 100, 200 and 700. ADA STATEMENT: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law. EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. VETERANS' PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter SSA-7, Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants. PASCO COUNTY WAS VOTED ONE OF THE NATION'S TOP WORKPLACES FOR 2021 Benefits include: Florida Retirement System (FRS) retirement plan PTO (Paid Time Off) Paid holidays Group insurance Tuition reimbursement Deferred compensation Medical leave pool Annual medical leave buy-back Mid-management/Professional grade, and management personnel may receive 40 hours of admin leave per calendar year. Effective July 1, 2011, FRS members must contribute 3% of their salary as retirement contributions, on a pre-tax basis (the salary is reduced by the amount of the employee contribution before determining the federal income tax deduction). The employer will automatically deduct the employee contributions. 01 I am aware that the following supplemental questions will determine my eligibility for this position. Acknowledge Decline 02 Are you a current Pasco County BOCC employee? Yes No 03 Which best describes your highest level of COMPLETED education? GED High School Associate degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Doctorate None of the above 04 Which best describes the years of direct experience you have in water, or reclaimed water field maintenance? Sixty months or more of experience Fifty-two months but less than sixty months Forty-six months but less than fifty-two months Forty months but less than forty-six months Thirty-six months but less than forty months Thirty months but less than thirty-six months Twenty-four months but less than thirty months Eighteen months but less than twenty-four months Twelve months but les than eighteen months Six months but less than 12 months Less than six months of experience 05 Do you have a Florida CDL Class "B" with an "N" Tanker endorsement? No Yes 06 Please provide the Class B CDL with Tanker endorsement number. 07 Are you a veteran who served as a member of the armed forces of the United States during a period of war, defined in Title 38, U.S.C., and who was separated from such service under honorable conditions, or the surviving spouse of any such veteran? (SUPPORTING DOCUMENTION IS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION OR NEXT BUSINESS DAY). Yes No 08 I hereby acknowledge that Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law, and consent to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing, and agree to abide by the program and policy if employed by Pasco County BOCC. Acknowledged Declined 09 Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? Note: If hired, a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, must be completed at the start of employment. Yes No 10 Have you recently retired from the Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or Investment Plan within the last 6 months? Yes No 11 Please specifically explain how your prior work experience and education match the qualifications for this position. (1000 characters or less) 12 How did you hear about this position? Billboard Facebook Friend/Family Referral Indeed Instagram Job Fair LinkedIn Magazine publication Nextdoor Pasco County employee Pasco County Facebook Page Pasco County website/Governmentjobs.com Pasco County Traffic Sign Utility bill insert X/Twitter YouTube Other 13 If a Pasco County employee referred you, please provide the name of the employee. Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04