ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN I - 64006088

Requisition No: 842150 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN I - 64006088

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64006088 

Salary:  $40,000.00-$42,000.00 

Posting Closing Date: 12/20/2024 

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Job posting category – Open Competitive

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is routine paraprofessional engineering work using simple engineering or surveying practices and equipment; performing routine paraprofessional work in a sanitary engineering program; performing routine drafting work of limited difficulty; and performing other comparable field and office work associated with the Drinking Water Programs including limited use and well surveillance programs.  Incumbent participates in environmental compliance activities including but not limited to sampling, report writing, and data entry related to the state and federal Drinking Water Act under the direct supervision of a higher-level employee.

Monitors public water systems in the county for compliance with the Federal and  Florida and federal drinking water Acts. This includes Lead and Copper Rules, Microbiological, Chemical and Radiological Rules, Drinking Water Consumer Confidence Report, and others under the supervision of engineering staff and supervisors, as required by Chapter 62-550, 555, 560, and 699. Accurate and timely entry of required data and system information into agency databases and Oracle.

Collects drinking water samples for chemical, radiological, and physical quality analysis conducted by the state certified laboratory. Evaluates water analysis with respect to regulations for chemical analysis and contents to meet requirements for potability and/or well surveillance program. Collect bacteriological samples at assigned new main clearance sites in conformance with specified locations on approved plans for 2consecutive days, delivered to laboratory with completed sample forms each day along with other regular assigned facility samples collected.

Provide customer service via phone calls as needed. Assisting and advising owners/operators with compliance issues as appropriate. Drafting basic compliance and enforcement documents such as Compliance Assistance Letters, Warning Letters and Model Documents.

Investigates water quality complaints for compliance with the Safe Drinking Water Act, and the well surveillance program. Investigates sanitary nuisances endangering public health and safety within 2 days of assignment and follows up with facility until abated. Completes reports related to complaint and document actions in programmatic database.

Participates in training sessions, seminars and meetings as available to maintain timely and current knowledge of all environmental health regulations related to public health that are under the jurisdiction of the department.

Participates in the execution of the overall department’s strategic plan, and the strategic plan for Environmental Health. This includes, but is not limited to client satisfaction, data collection and analysis, seminar and training attendance, process management, employee satisfaction, etc.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of basic mathematics.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to follow technical instructions.
• Ability to understand maps, workplans and/or other engineering data.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable regulations, policies, and procedures relating to environmental programs.
• Ability to use computers.

Qualifications:

Minimum –

Valid driver’s license and access to an automobile to perform work related duties.

Where You Will Work:

1725 NW 167 Street, Miami Gardens, Florida.

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

Mission:

To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

Vision:

To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values:

I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);

• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

Please be advised:

Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.  

This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida.  Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. 

The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system.  E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.   

Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. 

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. 

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. 

Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women.  The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise.  Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.    

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.