Lee County Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $25.26 - $29.75 Hourly
Location : 5180 Tice Street, Fort Myers, FL
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: 07986OD
Department: Utilities
Opening Date: 06/29/2026
Closing Date: 7/5/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Description
Lee County Utilities (LCU) is looking for hands-on, safety-minded team members to help support our community's water metering systems. In this role, you will install, maintain, and troubleshoot water meters to ensure accurate billing and reliable service for residents and businesses across Lee County.
This position is a great fit for someone who enjoys working outdoors, using technical tools, and wants a stable career in public service that supports essential water systems.
Duties and Responsibilities
What You Will Do

• Install, remove, and maintain water meters, meter boxes, and related parts.
• Read water meters accurately using handheld computer equipment.
• Follow a set route schedule and meet Lee County accuracy standards.
• Inspect water meter equipment for issues or defects.
• Locate and uncover meters, clean meter boxes, and replace covers.
• Troubleshoot and repair automated water meter equipment and network components.
• Complete turn-on and turn-off customer service orders.
• Perform minor repairs or replacements to ensure proper meter operation.
• Use a Windows computer to open, close, and navigate files and applications.
• Complete vehicle inspection forms and customer notification tags.
• Communicate clearly with coworkers, officials, and the public.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain safe work habits.
• Work on an on-call rotation, including nights and weekends.
• Perform other tasks as needed to support ongoing operations.

Education, Experience, Licensing
What We're Looking For
A combination of education and experience equivalent to:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• At least six months of trade or field-related experience.

Helpful related experience may include:

• Water meter or plumbing work
• Utility field operations
• Water or wastewater system maintenance
• Basic mechanical or equipment repair

Additional skills:

• Ability to use a Windows computer and basic applications
• Strong attention to detail
• Reliable time management

Licensing Requirements

• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Supplemental Information
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM.
Why Join Us?
In this hands-on role, you help ensure Lee County's water systems remain accurate, reliable, and easy to maintain. You'll be part of a dependable team with competitive pay, strong benefits, and a great retirement plan through the State of Florida. Most importantly, your work supports public safety and the quality of life for residents every day.
About the Department
Lee County Utilities provides safe, high-quality drinking water, wastewater treatment, and reclaimed water services to residents, businesses, and visitors. LCU manages the infrastructure that keeps these systems running, supports maintenance and construction activities, and ensures services operate safely and efficiently. Our team is committed to serving the community and supporting the county's growth.
About Lee County:
Lee County is located in beautiful Southwest Florida and is home to over 800,000 residents. We are dedicated to serving our community with high-quality services and a focus on sustainability and innovation. Join us in making Lee County a great place to live, work, and visit. Find out more about Lee County at
EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:
All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.
DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply.
Lee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive, and affordable benefits package. Our Board works in the best interest of employees and strives to provide the most complete, high-quality benefits package available at the lowest possible cost to the employee. Our Board continues to remain steadfast in maintaining one of the lowest levels of employee costs in our area.
Lee County's benefits package is offered to both regular Full-time positions and Part-time positions that are regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more bi-weekly. Medical benefits may be offered to On-Call, Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern employees who meet the Affordable Care Act eligibility criteria.
Lee County employees eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the Florida Retirement Pension plan you will not be eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Retirees of the Investment Plan are eligible for renewed membership in the Investment Plan only. FRS reemployment rules apply for both.
Below is a brief breakdown of what's included in the benefits package that is offered to our employees.
For a more detailed look into our benefits package, please click visit our webpage at
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Health Benefits:
• Medical Insurance
• Plans include, but are not limited to: routine, preventative, mental health, hospitalization, and prescription drug benefits.
• Vision, Fitness, Weight Management, Natural Products and Services, and Hearing discount programs available.
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Medical Reimbursement Account
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Pharmacy, including Mail-Order Pharmacy
• Informed Health Lines (Nurse Hotline)
• Basic Life Insurance (1x or 2x Annual Salary at no cost to employee)
• Optional Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (60% of pre-disability salary at no cost to employee)
• Short-Term Disability
• Sick Leave Pool
• Flu vaccinations
• Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits:
• Florida Retirement System (FRS)
• Two Retirement Plan Options:
1) FRS Pension Plan (Defined Benefit)
2) FRS Investment Plan (Defined Contribution)
• Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
• Financial Savings/Management Programs
• Eligible for membership with Suncoast Credit Union
• Employee Leave Benefits
• Holiday Pay - 11 Paid Holidays Annually
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Vacation Leave
• Bereavement & Civic Duty Leave
• Family and Medical Leave
• Military Family & Medical Leave
• Educational Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Services available to employees that offers guidance, support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues. Confidential and provided at no charge to employees and their dependents.
United Way 2-1-1 (Lee County Employee Resource Program)
Lee County BOCC has partnered with United Way 211 to provide an Employee Resource Program which assists BoCC employees who may be experiencing distress due to economic hardship, health or other factors.
Educational Assistance
Reimbursement for coursework taken at an accredited college or university that is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities relating to the official duties that the employees perform.
01
Do you have six months of work experience in a trade or field job? This can include work such as water meters, plumbing, utility work, water or sewer systems, mechanical repair, or other outdoor field jobs. (Be sure to include this experience in the Work History section of your application.)

• Yes
• No

02
Which types of related experience do you have? (Check all that apply) (Be sure to include this experience in the Work History section of your application.)

• Water meter installation or maintenance
• Utility field work
• Plumbing or mechanical repair
• Water or wastewater systems work
• None of the above

03
Do you possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record?

• Yes
• No

Required Question