Utility Worker- All Levels

Salary : $39,769.60 - $56,908.80 Annually Location : Kissimmee, FL Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 00699 Department: Operations Opening Date: 02/27/2026 Closing Date: 3/15/2026 11:59 PM Eastern General Description Salary:Utility Worker: $19.12 - $23.90 Hourly - ($39,770 - $49,712 Annually) Utility Technician I: $20.46 - $25.57 Hourly - ($42,557 - $53,186 Annually) Utility Technician II: $21.90 - $27.36 Hourly - ($45,552 - $56,909 Annually) Under close supervision, the purpose of this position is to perform entry-level work in support of the construction and maintenance of Toho Water Authority's water resource systems. Work involves performing semi-skilled manual labor, operating heavy equipment, locates, repair water/wastewater lines to ensure quality control services to customers. Reports to the Zone Foreman. Utility Worker - In this role, you will support a team of skilled operators and technicians with repair of water/wastewater lines and other system components. Work will involve heavy physical effort, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling of objects and materials of moderately heavy weight (20-50 pounds) and occasionally very heavy weight (in excess of 100 pounds). Utility Technician I - In this role, you will work as part of a team of skilled operators and technicians that are tasked with the repair of lift stations, water/wastewater lines and system components. This position is responsible for responding to trouble calls that are received by the dispatch team and reporting findings in the work order system. Reports to the zone Foreman. Utility Technician II -In this role, you will be responsible for installing and servicing hydrants; conducting locates for contractors; installing air vacuum release valves; repairing various meters and system components; maintaining manhole rings and covers; remaining on call. Essential FunctionsUtility Worker Essential Functions Must be physically able to operate a vehicle, construction equipment, and various hands-on power tools. Performing skills from basic to high tolerance of pipefitting, installing, replacing, repair and remove sewer laterals blockages. Breakage and removal of concrete and asphalt repairs. Exercises valves, checks hydrants for leaks, services for customers. All other duties assigned. Utility Technician I Essential Functions Performs supportive work for Toho Water Authority's lift stations, water/wastewater system for construction, and repair projects; restores site after construction/ repair work; and clears debris and materials remnants. Performs a combination of manual and semi-skilled labor and equipment operation for the purpose of maintaining and repairing Toho Water Authority's lift stations, water/wastewater line, and related facilities All other duties assigned. Utility Technician II Essential Functions Manages meter and water lines by digging holes with shovel; removing dirt, meter, and PVC; restoring area; installing sewer lateral; ensuring locates have been completed; setting up MOT; cutting asphalt or concrete; installing right size pipe; running pip; and bedding the pipe. Backs up sewers at customer location by recognizing the cause of the back-up; digging up the line; operating a sewer machine with rods; and replacing all broken lines. Operates front end loader by completing pre-trip inspections; back filling open trench; loading dump trucks; disconnecting loader bucket; and evaluating project site and backfilling. Repairs force mains by digging up and exposing the line; determining the cause of the problem; contacting station personnel; shutting down lift states; conducting repairs; and restoring area. Repairs water main breaks by digging and exposing the water line; shutting off water; conducting repairs; testing lines and flush systems; and restoring area. Performs all plumbing duties by managing meter boxes, sewer laterals, main breaks, force mains, etc. All other duties assigned. Minimum QualificationsUtility Worker Minimum QualificationsA minimum of a high school diploma or GED issued from an approved GED Administrator. This is an entry level position; previous relevant work experience is preferred but not required. Any combination of education and experience which demonstrates the candidate's ability to perform successfully in this position will be considered. Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Class E Driver's License. A State of Florida Class A Driver's License with tanker endorsement must be obtained within 6 months of employment and maintained as a condition of continued employment. Utility Technician I Minimum QualificationsA minimum of a high school diploma or GED issued from an approved GED Administrator. Minimum of one year relevant experience. Must be able to successfully demonstrate working knowledge of Utility Worker skill set. Any combination of education and experience which demonstrates the candidate's ability to perform successfully in this position will be considered. Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Class E Driver's License. A State of Florida Class A Driver's License with tanker endorsement must be obtained within 6 months of employment and maintained as a condition of continued employment. Utility Technician II Minimum Qualifications A minimum of a high school diploma or GED issued from an approved GED Administrator. Minimum of two years relevant experience Level III Water Distribution License or Collection Technician Certification. Any combination of education and experience which demonstrates the candidate's ability to perform successfully in this position will be considered Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Class E Driver's License. A State of Florida Class A Driver's License with tanker endorsement must be obtained within 6 months of employment and maintained as a condition of continued employment. Physical DemandsPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk to a significant degree; use hands to operate tools or feel, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to pull, push, kneel, bend, squat, crawl, and twist. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. WORKING CONDITIONS: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Environmental factors include outdoor conditions; rugged terrain, slippery surfaces, varying weather, including, heat, cold, dry, wet weather. In addition, noise, darkness, brightness, vibrations, traffic, biological agents, chemicals, gas/ fumes, magnetic fields, or congested area. Environmental factors include indoor, flat surface, noise, sitting with occasionally walking and standing. 01 Why are you interested in becoming a Utility Worker at Toho Water Authority? 02 How many years of experience do you have with plumbing/piping? No experience 1-3 years of experience 3+ years of experience 03 Do you currently possess a valid Florida Class E driver's license? Yes No 04 Do you currently have a valid Florida Class A driver's license with tanker endorsement? Yes No 05 This position requires working outdoors in various weather conditions. Please describe your experience working in various types of weather. If you have no experience working outdoors, please state "No experience". 06 Do you have any experience performing utility locating? Yes No 07 Please describe your experience operating heavy equipment, including the types of equipment that you have operated. If you do not have experience, please state "No experience". 08 Which of the following do you have experience with? Select all that apply. Personal protective equipment Lock out tag out Working with hazardous chemicals Bloodborne pathogens Working at heights (ladders, scaffolding, etc.) Working near human waste (feces, etc.) 09 Are you available to work any and all shifts--including evenings, nights, weekends, and/or holidays? Yes No 10 Are you available to work on-call (standby), responding to emergency calls as needed? Yes No 11 Are you able and willing to work overtime, sometimes with very little to no notice? Yes No 12 If you answered "No" to any of questions 9-11, please explain. 13 The starting rate for this position is $19.12/hour. What is the hourly rate that you are seeking for this position? Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04