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Solid Waste Superintendent

Bradenton, FL · On-site

$65K - $104K/yr

Utilities Opening Date: 07/27/2026 Closing Date: 8/3/2026 11:59 PM Eastern General Information Work ... This position is designated by the Manatee County Board of County Commissioners as serving at the ...

Manatee County, FL

Permitting Technician

Bradenton, FL · On-site

$18.40 - $27.60/hr

Minimum Qualifications Entry level technical position. High school diploma or equivalent ... EEO/ADA Statement Manatee County Government is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to ...

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Skilled Laborer Underground

Sarasota, FL · On-site

$17 - $21/hr

We have multiple jobs and you may travel from Manatee to Charlotte County. You will assist our foremen and equipment operators with the installation, repair, and maintenance of underground utilities ...

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Skilled Laborer Underground

Sarasota, FL · On-site

$17 - $21/hr

We have multiple jobs and you may travel from Manatee to Charlotte County. You will assist our foremen and equipment operators with the installation, repair, and maintenance of underground utilities ...

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Pipe Crew Member (Pipelayer / Utility Laborer)

Bradenton, FL · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

We are seeking a hardworking and reliable Pipe Crew Member to join our underground utilities team in Sarasota, FL. We have multiple jobs and you may travel from Manatee to Charlotte County. In this ...

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Pipe Crew Member (Pipelayer / Utility Laborer)

Bradenton, FL · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

We are seeking a hardworking and reliable Pipe Crew Member to join our underground utilities team in Sarasota, FL. We have multiple jobs and you may travel from Manatee to Charlotte County. In this ...

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Required CertificationsHigh school diploma, some technical trainingHigh school diploma, state water operator certification (Level 1 or 2)
Work EnvironmentFieldwork, customer service, utility maintenancePlant operations, water treatment processes, equipment monitoring
Industry UsageUtility services including water, sewer, and electricitySpecific to water treatment facilities and water quality management

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Special Equipment Operator

The School District of Manatee County

Sarasota, FL • On-site

$21.19/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 4 hours ago

School District of Manatee County rating

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

425th of 622 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MANATEE COUNTY
Local Title: SPECIAL EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
State Title: Equipment Operator
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB GOAL:
To provide skilled work in the operation of commercial grade heavy equipment.
QUALIFICATIONS:
  1. Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.
  2. Technical training in subjects such as horticulture plus one (1) year experience in grounds maintenance, and three (3) years of experience in use of commercial heavy equipment. A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
  3. Possession of a valid Florida Commercial Driver's license (CDL) - Class A. Must be able to obtain license within 120 days of hire.
  4. Must have or be able to obtain within the probationary period, a valid state of Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Public Applicator's Restricted Use Pesticides License for Ornamental and Turf.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of the operation and use of dump trucks, tandem trailers, tractors, loaders and related equipment. Knowledge of the laws and regulations governing the operation of the previously mentioned equipment on the highways. Ability to operate tractors with attachments such as bush hog or side arm mover to cut grass and undergrowth along ditch banks, retention ponds and other areas with rough terrain. Ability to operate both riding and walk behind mowers. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Knowledge of the occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary in the operation of equipment. Ability to meet deadlines with severe time constraints.
REPORTS TO:
Supervisor, Sites Management
SUPERVISES:
N/A
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
  1. Operate backhoe in the removal of stumps, digging ditches for underground utilities, transplanting trees, drainage swales, etc.
  2. Operate the lightning loader to pick up yard trash, cardboard, etc. from various school facilities and transport to County Landfill.
  3. Operate auger attachment to install poles.
  4. Operate tractor with various attachments.
  5. Operate grader for land development, athletic field maintenance, etc.
  6. Use lightning loader for the use of equipment relocation.
  7. Maintain accurate records of daily work and time and payroll information.
  8. Follow safety standards in performing work and report unsafe conditions to Lead/Manager in a timely manner.
  9. May be required to work after hours and/or weekends.
  10. Travel outside of Manatee County as required in the performance of duties.
  11. Perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Heavy work. Requires lifting operations involving weights up to fifty pounds. Requires lifting, holding, carrying, sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, finger dexterity, grasping, feeling, repetitive motions, talking, hearing, and visual acuity. The worker is exposed to primarily outdoor environmental conditions. The noise level in the work environment can be high at times. The employee frequently will work irregular or extended work hours while performing the duties of this job. Safety is the highest priority.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the District's approved compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the District.
EVALUATION:
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of personnel.
Board approved on:
Revised:
05/07/2001
08/14/2006
05/22/2018
SALARY SCHEDULE: AFSCME
PAYGRADE: 28B
SHORT TITLE: MPL005
STATE JOB CODE: 81020
Pay Scale
Approved Budgeted Hourly : $21.19

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