Environmental Technician I - PW Construction & Maintenance Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lakelandfl/jobs/newprint/4638436) Apply Environmental Technician I - PW Construction & Maintenance Salary$24.88 - $36.56 HourlyLocation Lakeland, FLJob TypeFull Time RegularJob Number3113-16DepartmentPublic Works/Construction & MaintenanceDivisionPW C&M Maintenance 1103200000Opening Date08/29/2024Closing Date9/18/2024 4:00 PM EasternFLSANon-ExemptBargaining Unit NA
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF CLASSThis is semi-skilled work in field operations associated with lake management and environmental services. Work includes operating heavy equipment and instruments used for aquatic plant management and water quality sampling, fieldwork involving data collection, routine monitoring, and vegetation surveys, and the mixing and application of aquatic herbicides. An employee in this position also performs manual tasks associated with lake management and environmental programs.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assists with the monitoring and/or maintaining aquatic resources and their watersheds.
Participates in the transport and deployment of aquatic equipment, tools, and/or sampling instruments in accordance with state and federal permit specifications.
Conducts maintenance, repair, and calibration of equipment and instruments used in aquatic and watershed maintenance and/or scientific characterization.
Performs manual, mechanical, and chemical vegetation management programs to optimize aquatic resource goals of balanced safety, aesthetics, recreational, and fisheries/wildlife concerns.
Documents activities as required by environmental regulatory agencies.
Follows and enforces established safety, hazardous materials storage, and spill prevention and cleanup procedures for machinery fluids and pesticides.
Directs the activities of contractors conducting various maintenance and construction projects without a supervisor.
Assists with site maintenance and construction activities.
Marshals the resources needed to complete assigned tasks.
Conducts routine inspections of sites in responsibility, noting deficiencies, correcting them if appropriate, and reporting activities to the supervisor.
Requires physically demanding work that involves walking, standing, stooping, much of it on uneven or broken ground.
Handles equipment and materials and exerts up to 40 pounds of force frequently.
May be required to work overtime or alternate hours as necessary for the efficient operation of the department.
Position is designated Mission Critical.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:
Performs related duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE)
A high school diploma from an accredited school or a GED.
One (1) year of experience in lakes and aquatic plant management.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Must maintain a valid telephone number.
Must possess and maintain a valid state of Florida class “A” commercial driver's license within six (6) months of hire date.
Must possess and maintain a Florida Commercial Applicator's Restricted Pesticide License - core and aquatic categories within one (1) year of hire date.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
Extensive knowledge of practices applied in maintaining and operating various specialized equipment and instruments.
Knowledge of safety equipment and procedures for mixing and applying aquatic herbicides and pesticides.
Knowledge of the identification and systematics of aquatic plants.
Skilled in the operation of equipment including but not limited to airboat, chain saws and a variety of small watercraft.
Ability to train, organize, and schedule assignments and tasks for field personnel.
Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other city employees, and the general public.
Ability to operate watercraft and to work comfortably in an aquatic environment.
Ability to trailer, launch and operate a variety of watercraft, including work boats, airboats, aquatic plant harvester and/or other vessels in accordance with state and federal permit specifications.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Requires physically demanding work that involves walking, standing, stooping, much of it on uneven or broken ground. Handling of equipment and materials and exerting up to 40 pounds of force on a frequent basis.
The job risks exposure to significant environmental hazards, including dangerous chemicals, gases, and wildlife. Exposure to the industrial environment and heavy equipment is frequent. Routine outdoor exposure includes, but is not limited to, dust, pollen, sunlight, heat, humidity, rain, cold, plant resins, biting and stinging insects, etc.
The job requires normal visual acuity, and field of vision, hearing, speaking, color perception, sense of smell, depth perception, and texture perception.
The job may require work in confined spaces.
All City of Lakeland positions are subject to testing (e.g. written, oral, performance, computerized, interview, and/or any combination). Candidates selected for testing will be notified via email or telephone. Please check your e-mail and telephone messages regularly, including "junk" folders. Test times and locations to be announced.The City of Lakeland is a drug free workplace. This position is considered a mandatory testing position, which is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. All City of Lakeland positions are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing. As a condition of employment you will be required to pass the pre-employment drug test in accordance with Florida Statute 440.102.THE CITY OF LAKELAND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/EQUAL ACCESS EMPLOYER AND A DRUG FREE WORKPLACECity of Lakeland2024 Summary Sheet Annual Leave Annual leave is accumulated bi-weekly and based upon years of service as follows:Annual leave may be taken as earned by employees hired after January 1, 1989. Employees hired prior to that date use annual leave within the calendar year following the year the leave is earned. All employees may carry over up to a maximum of twenty (20) days at the end of the calendar year. Regular part-time employees who work at least twenty (20) hours per week accrue annual leave at the rate of four (4) hours per month.Sick LeaveSick rate is accrued biweekly based upon years of service and standard hour classification. Eligible for use as soon as earned. Regular part-time employees who work at least twenty (20) hours per week accrue sick leave at the rate of four (4) hours per month.NOTE: REGULAR employees with a working day other than eight (8) hours, please contact your supervisor regarding these policies.Sick Leave PoolAllows employees to receive sick leave benefits in cases involving catastrophic or long-term illnesses or injuries after all personal leave time has been depleted. Regular full-time employees contribute eight (8) hours and Regular part-time employees contribute four (4) hours on an annual basis. Employees must have completed one full year of service on or before December 31st of the calendar year enrollment; and have accumulated at least forty (40) hours of sick time (twenty (20) hours for Regular part-time employees). Participation in this program is voluntary.For more information contact Amanda Kaiser at 834-8768Family & Medical LeaveFederal legislation guarantees up to twelve (12) weeks per year off work under certain circumstances outlined in the policy manual. The employees must have been employed by the City for at least twelve (12) months and have at least 1,250 hours of service during the 12-month period before the requested leave. The City will continue its group life and health insurance for an employee on leave at the same level and under the same conditions that existed while the employee was working.For more information contact Dawn Justice at 834-6038.Pension PlanProvision for retirement income requiring mandatory participation for full-time regular employees.Defined Benefit Plan:Plan C Employee 3.12%Employer 15.64% ORDefined Contribution Plan:Executives, New Hires aged 52 and older, and Fire/Police RecruitsEmployee 8.5% or 11% per election upon hireEmployer 15.39%Deferred Compensation 457 Plan:A voluntary plan that is invested in mutual funds. The Employees' Pension Board performs the due diligence on the mutual funds. Employees may reallocate their account at any time.Maximum contribution for 2024 is $23,000; employees aged 50 or older can also add a "catch-up" amount of $7,500. Additionally, a match of up to 5% of salary is offered by the City in Plan C.Holidays Twelve (12) holidays, includes one (1) personal floating holiday to be used at any time after three (3) months of employment and prior to the end of the calendar year.Funeral Leave Up to three (3) days off with pay due to death of an immediate family member (as defined in the policy manual). Up to four (4) hours off with pay may be obtained through supervisor approval to attend local funeral services of persons other than immediate family.Jury/Witness Duty Employees required to serve on jury duty will be relieved of responsibility for their regular work shift or portion thereof and receive full pay while serving. All fees received for such service may be retained by the employee. Employees subpoenaed to any civil or criminal court proceeding, which employee is not personally or monetarily interested, shall be paid as if engaged in regular work activities.Military LeaveAllows for up to 240 hours in any one calendar year for annual military training without loss of pay or benefits for any employee in some type of reserve status for the United States Armed Forces. (see policy manual for additional information).Maternity Leave Refer to Family & Medical Leave for those employees who qualify. Others may take up to three (3) months leave of absence available upon approval of the Department Head. Employees may opt to utilize any combination of paid (sick or annual leave) or unpaid leave.Leave of Absence Without PayWritten requests are subject to approval by Department Head and City Manager or designee for less than ninety (90) days. Requests for more than ninety (90) days also require Civil Service Board approval for employees in a Civil Service classification.Longevity Pay Tuition ReimbursementProgram provides employees up to $2,500 per fiscal year (October 1 through September 30) for reimbursement of tuition of approved college, university, vocational, or correspondence classes upon completion with a grade of "C" or better in credit courses only. Full reimbursement is given for courses and fees, upon approval. The program does not include reimbursement for cost of books, supplies or other related expenses.For more information, contact Sue Cook at 834-6844.Suggestion AwardsA program designed to provide a consistent and organized method for employees to submit and be rewarded for constructive ideas for improvement. Maximum award is $1000.For additional information, contact Kathy McNelis at 834-6348.Direct Deposit of Paycheck (refer to handout in new employee folder)An account must be established with the institution of your choice prior to signing up for direct deposit.Uniforms/EquipmentUniforms issued at no cost to employees for those job classifications which require them. Equipment is issued to employees at either no cost or discounted cost depending upon job classification.Parking Free while at work.Break Periods Employees may be permitted two (2), fifteen (15) minute breaks during the workday. The time shall be at the discretion of the supervisor.For Information on Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance please contact Benefits at 834-6797. For Information on Retirement Benefits, contact the Retirement Services Department at 834-8765 or 834-8797.For Information on Firefighter and Police Officer Retirement Benefits, contact Foster & Foster at 239-333-4872.01 Do you possess a high school diploma or GED from an accredited school?
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Do you have one (1) year of experience in lakes and aquatic plant management?
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Please provide a narrative supporting your answer to the above question. Be sure to include specific job title(s), job duties, organization(s) and the dates where the work was performed. Note: The employers and dates of employment you list here must also be included in the "Work Experience" section of this job application.
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Please indicate which type of valid driver's license you possess.
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CDL Class "B"
I have an out-of-state driver's license
I do not have a valid driver's license
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By clicking "Yes" below, I understand that all relevant work experience MUST be entered in the "Work Experience" section on my application. In addition, all current City of Lakeland employees must list all previous City of Lakeland work experience in the "Work Experience" section of the application. Failure to complete the "Work Experience" section will disqualify you from the application process.
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AgencyCity of Lakeland, Civil ServiceAddress500 N Lake Parker Avenue Lakeland, Florida, 33801 Phone(863)834-8790 Websitehttp://www.lakelandgov.net/employmentservices
