Public Works Maintenance Technician I - Senior DOQ

Salary: $20.68 - $38.34 Hourly

Location : Bradenton, FL

Job Type: Full-Time (Hourly)

Job Number: 25-00645

Department: Public Works

Opening Date: 09/22/2025

Closing Date: 10/6/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

General Information

Work Locations: 1108 26th Avenue East, Bradenton, Florida 34208

8500 69th Street East, Palmetto, Florida 34221

36650 Arcadia Avenue, Myakka City, Florida 34251

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

Expected Starting Hourly Range: $20.68 - $40.25

Performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled maintenance and construction activities in the multi-functional operations of the Manatee County highway and storm water systems. Works with assigned crew on a variety of infrastructure construction projects, such as roads, storm drains, and bridges. Follows all established safety standards and procedures.

Note: Job title and salary will be determined based on experience and skill level.

Working Conditions

Indoor/Outdoor situation. Performs strenuous work in varying and adverse weather conditions. Traverses uneven or rugged terrain. High noise environment while performing certain responsibilities. Lifting and carrying equipment up to 50 lbs. alone; up to 100 lbs. with assistance. Regularly required to drive county vehicles as part of the duties of the job. Able to climb and descend equipment and ladders. Able to bend, stoop, crawl, and reach. Position requires visual acuity and depth perception, as well as ability to hear and identify sounds.

Job Description

Essential Functions

These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

Applies knowledge of and skill in maintenance and/or construction principles and practices to safely and efficiently performing assigned duties.

Works with assigned crew on a variety of infrastructure construction projects, such as roads, storm drains, bridges, marine construction, water distribution, back flow prevention, and sewer transmission.

Follows all established safety standards and procedures.

Technician I:

Performs routine skilled and semi-skilled maintenance and construction activities, such as cleaning ditches and culverts, preparing surfaces, operating mechanized equipment, basic vehicle maintenance, and flagging operations.

Technician II:

Performs moderately difficult skilled and semi-skilled maintenance and construction activities, such as cleaning ditches and culverts, building catch basins, installing drainage lines, operating power tools and mechanized equipment, basic vehicle maintenance, and flagging operations.

Technician III:

Performs difficult and moderately complex skilled and semi-skilled maintenance and construction activities, such as cleaning ditches and culverts, building catch basins, installing drainage lines, operating power tools and mechanized equipment, basic vehicle maintenance, and flagging operations. Trains and assists less experienced technicians.

Sr Technician:

Performs a variety of difficult and complex skilled and semi-skilled maintenance and construction activities. Inspects pavement surfaces and storm water structures. Acts in a lead capacity, assigning and monitoring daily work activities and training less experienced technicians.

Minimum Qualifications

Technician I:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Prior experience in highway or drainage maintenance and construction desired.

Must possess and maintain valid Florida Commercial Driver's License, Class B OR obtain CDL permit prior to employment and obtain the CDL within one hundred twenty (120) days of hire.

Technician II:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Meets Skill Set Level I and Level II (or equivalent) career ladder requirements as specified on current Public Works Maintenance Technician Career Ladder Matrix.

Valid Florida Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class B and Tanker Endorsement.

Technician III:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Meets Skill Set Level I, Level II, and Level III (or equivalent) career ladder requirements as specified on current Public Works Maintenance Technician Career Ladder Matrix.

Valid Florida Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class B and Tanker Endorsement.

Sr Technician:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Two (2) or more years of construction and/or maintenance work experience.

One (1) year lead or supervisory experience.

Meets Skill Set Level I, Level II, Level III, and Senior Level (or equivalent) career ladder requirements as specified on current Public Works Maintenance Technician Career Ladder Matrix.

Valid Florida Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class B, with Hazardous Waste CDL Endorsement or Advanced Maintenance of Traffic Certification.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Veterans Preference

In accordance with Florida Statute 295.07, F.S., Chapter 55A-7, priority consideration in employment will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled veterans. Applicants claiming preference must provide a DD Form 214 or other acceptable documentation with their application. We are committed to honoring the service and sacrifices of our veterans and their families.

EEO/ADA Statement

Manatee County Government is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at x 3865.

Drug-Free Workplace

Manatee County Government is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.

Emergency Response/Recovery Activities

All employees may be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

Full Time Positions

Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

ComPsych- offers all employees and their family members with emotional, financial, legal, and work/life balance support.

LAMP counselors available for personal support including emotional, substance abuse, marital, and financial issues.

Five (5) free visits annually for employees and covered family members.

Wellbeing Benefits:

Wellness/Health Coaches (5 Free per year)

On-site Fitness Centers for you and your dependents with 24/7 access

Personal Training (5 Free per year)

Pharmacy Technician

Group Fitness Classes

Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy Management

Diabetes Care Program

Registered Dietician (5 Free per year)

Massages with licensed therapist (small copay)

Miscellaneous Benefits:

Workers' Compensation

Training/Seminars

Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladders

Government employee discounts at many retailers and attractions

Access to Manatee County Library Services (books, digital services, tools, museum passes).

Paid Time Off:

12 Paid Holidays including New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.

Three (3) Personal Holidays

Personal Sick Leave

Family Sick Leave

Sick Leave Bank (Donated Hours)

Professional Medical Appointment Leave

Bereavement Leave

Military Leave

Military Training Leave

FMLA

Vacation Award: Applies to employees regulary sceduled to work 8 hours per day/40 hours per week.

Years of Service Vacation Days

0-5 16.25 days

6-10 19.50 days

11+ 22.75 days

Earn an additional day of vacation every six (6) consecutive months of no sick leave.

Insurance:

Award-winning Health Plan with deductibles as low as $0.

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Prescription Insurance

Life Insurance (6 times salary at low cost)

Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance

Retirement:

Florida Retirement System (FRS) with Pension Plan and Investment Plan options.

457b Tax Deferred and ROTH account options through Voya.

FRS Webinars

Free financial guidance with licensed, non-commissioned financial planner

Career Wellness:

Professional Leadership Programs

Instructor-Led and eLearning Training

Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladders

Career Counseling

Toastmasters

Networking Membership (Manatee Chamber of Commerce, Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance)

Employee Recognition Programs with monetary and time-off awards

Education Benefits:

Tuition Reimbursement eligible after six (6) months of Public Service, including GED reimbursement.

Continuing Education support through Training/Seminars and Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladder.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Flexible Spending Account:

Options for Health Care and Dependent Care Spending Accounts providing pre-tax savings.

Permanent Part Time - Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

• ComPsych - offers all employees and their family members with emotional, financial, legal, and work/life balance support.

• LAMP counselors available for personal support including emotional, substance abuse, marital, and financial issues.

Miscellaneous Benefits:

• Workers' Compensation

• Training/Seminars

• Fitness Center Access for employee only

• FRS options

• Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladders

• Government employee discounts at many retailers and attractions

• Access to Manatee County Library Services (books, digital services, tools, museum passes).

Paid Time Off:

• 12 Paid Holidays including New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.

• Three (3) Personal Holidays

• Paid Time Off and Leaves of Absence are based on an 8 hrs./day 80/hrs.

per pay-period basis, any work schedule less that this will be earned on

a pro-rated basis

01

VERY IMPORTANT - When answering supplemental questions about experience, education or certification, please be sure the information is reflected in the Education, Work Experience and Certificates and Licenses sections of your application.

Must include Monthly Salary, Name of Employer, Location, Phone Number and Duties for each employer in Work Experience.

Note: "See Resume" is not acceptable.

Identify all gaps not related to medical reasons.

I acknowledge the above statement

02

If you are claiming Veteran's Preference, please check category of eligibility

A disabled veteran who is eligible for receiving compensation under public law administered by Department of Veteran's Affairs and Department of Defense

The spouse of a veteran who cannot qualify for employment because of total and permanent service-connected disability, or spouse of a veteran missing in action, captured or forcefully detained by a foreign power

A wartime veteran who has served at least 1 day during a wartime period (active duty for training may not be eligible)

An un-remarried widow or widower of a Veteran who died of a service-connected disability

The mother, father, legal guardian, or un-remarried widow or widower of a service member who died as a result of military service under combat-related conditions as verified by the U.S. Department of Defense

A current member of any reserve component for the United States Armed Forces or the Florida National Guard

A veteran with a "Honorable" discharge (Active duty for training may not be allowed for eligibility)

Not claiming Veteran's Preference

03

Which level of education have you achieved?

No high school equivalency

High school graduate/equivalent

Associates degree

Bachelors degree

Masters degree

04

You must either possess and maintain a valid Florida Commercial Drivers License, Class B (with Air Brake endorsement), OR possess a CDL Permit prior to employment and subsequently obtain a Florida CDL Class B with Air Brake endorsement within 120 days of hire. Please select one from the following:

I HAVE a valid Florida Commercial Driver License, Class B.

I HAVE a CDL Permit, and I CAN obtain a FL CDL, Class B within 120 days of hire.

I DO NOT have a CDL Permit but CAN obtain one PRIOR to hire and subsequently obtain a FL CDL, Class B within 120 days of hire.

I DO NOT have a CDL Permit or a FL CDL, Class B, nor can I obtain one.

05

Do you have experience in highway or drainage maintenance and construction?

Yes

No

06

What previous roles have you held that you believe qualify you for this position?

Required Question