Pumping Station Operator I or II

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Pumping Station Operator I or II

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Pumping Station Operator I or II





Salary



$21.30 - $30.70 Hourly





Location



Employment Services, FL







Job Type



Full Time Regular UWUA





Job Number



7058-10







Department



Water Utilities





Division



Sewage Pumping Stations 1502140000







Opening Date



10/15/2025





Closing Date



Continuous







FLSA



Non-Exempt





Bargaining Unit



WU










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GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF CLASS


This is skilled work in the operations, maintenance, and repair of wastewater pumping stations.

It involves responsibility for performing a variety of mechanical and electrical trade tasks in the general maintenance and minor repair of equipment used in wastewater pumping stations.

Supervision may be exercised over a small number of employees.

Work is performed under general supervision but is reviewed in progress and upon completion.

This posting is Continuous and can close at ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS



+ Inputs data for computerized work management system.

+ Monitors stations for proper operation.

+ Makes minor repairs to control systems.

+ Pulls pumps and cleans volutes of debris.

+ Performs tests of all alarm systems at stations.

+ Exercises stand-by power systems at pump stations.

+ Performs equipment lubrication as per preventive maintenance schedules.

+ Performs janitorial tasks at stations.

+ Cleans station wet wells.



+ Adjusts well levels per instructions.

+ Maintains fluid levels for standby power systems.

+ Hooks up portable generators during emergency conditions.



+ Is required to participate in the stand-by/call-out rotation, to respond to problems after normal working hours and on weekends.



+ May be subject to call-out at any time when other on-call personnel require additional assistance.

+ Position is Mission Critical.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

+ Performs related work as required.

This posting reflects the essential functions and knowledge, skills, and abilities for Pumping Station Operator II; however, applicants may view the complete job description for Pumping Station Operator I on the City of Lakeland's employment page.


QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE)


Qualifications for Pumping Station Operator I:

+ High school diploma from an accredited school or a GED.

+ Six (6) months of experience in electrical and mechanical work.

Qualifications for Pumping Station Operator II:

+ High school diploma from an accredited school or a GED.

+ Two (2) years of experience operating electrical and mechanical equipment required for a sewage pumping station.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

+ Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Class B commercial driver's license with appropriate endorsements.

+ Must maintain a valid telephone number.

+ Required to pass and maintain qualification for:

+ Respiratory Protection Physical

+ Pulmonary Function

+ Qualitative and Quantitative Fit Test(s)




KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES



+ Knowledge of the practices, methods, and tools for maintenance performed on pumps, motors, and compressors.

+ Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions peculiar to lift station maintenance.

+ Skill in using a wide range of tools and shop equipment used in the trade.

+ Ability to keep routine records and to make reports.

+ Skill in analyzing electrical control malfunctions.

+ Skill in analyzing mechanical malfunctions.

+ Ability to determine the proper test equipment required for appropriate troubleshooting.

+ Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

+ Ability to use a computer for a work management system.

+ Ability to establish and maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, other City employees, and the general public.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

+ Requires physical work that involves walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders/stairs, lifting up to fifty (50) pounds, walk/work on grating surfaces at extreme heights and in confined spaces.



+ The job requires walking over uneven and/or broken surfaces and standing for long periods to time.

+ The job risks exposure to significant environmental hazards.



+ The job requires working outdoors under various climatic conditions, in extreme heat or cold.



+ The job requires normal visual acuity, field of vision, hearing, speaking, color perception, sense of smell, depth perception, and texture perception.


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 WORKPLACE.











City of Lakeland
2024 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 Leave
Sick 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 Pool
Allows 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 834-8768

Family & Medical Leave
Federal 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 Plan
Provision for retirement income requiring mandatory participation for full-time regular employees.

Defined Benefit Plan:
Plan C Employee 4.16%
Employer 15.66%

OR

Defined Contribution Plan:
Executives, New Hires aged 52 and older, and Fire/Police Recruits
Employee 8.5% or 11% per election upon hire
Employer 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 2025 is $23,500; employees age 50 or older can also add a catch-up amount of $7,500; employees age 60-63 can also add a catch-up amount of $11,250.


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 Leave
Allows 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 Pay
Written 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 Reimbursement
Program 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 Melissa Yelnick at 834-6844.

Suggestion Awards
A 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 Employee Engagement and Development at 834-6837.

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/Equipment
Uniforms 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?



+ Yes

+ No





02

Do you possess six months of experience in electrical and mechanical work?



+ Yes

+ No





03

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.







04

Please indicate which type of valid driver's license you possess.



+ Florida driver's license

+ CDL Class A

+ CDL Class B

+ I have an out-of-state driver's license

+ I do not have a valid driver's license





05

Are you currently a member of UWUA - Water?



+ Yes

+ No





06

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.



+ Yes

+ No




Required Question








Employer

City of Lakeland, Civil Service





Address

500 N Lake Parker Avenue Lakeland, Florida, 33801





Phone

(863)834-8790





Website

http://www.lakelandgov.net/employmentservices

Required Skill Profession

Other General