What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utilities Maintenance Coordinator - $1000 Sign - on Incentive position at Orange County Government?
Overview
At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.
Orange County Utilities provides water resources and solid waste recovery services to protect and enrich the lives of the citizens and guests of Orange County Florida. The Field Services Division is responsible for the inspection, testing, regulatory compliance, operation, and maintenance of over 4,800 miles of pipeline, over 11,000 fire hydrants, and approximately 885 wastewater pump stations.
The Field Services Division is seeking highly qualified individuals to fill Utilities Maintenance Coordinator positions. This position is responsible for scheduling, planning, and coordinating with vendors and contractors to ensure proper execution of work and/or maintenance activities of multiple personnel or crews to maintain facilities in efficient operating condition.
Job Description
General Functions
Coordinates maintenance activities by scheduling work activities to maintain facilities in efficient operating condition, reviews work performed by a variety of trades, responds to emergency situations to correct operating problems in a timely fashion. Work performed is generally routine technical work coordinating one or two crews. Work requires independent judgment under the general supervision of a designated supervisor.
Representative Duties /Assignments
FDEP Water Distribution Operator License 3 within one (1) year of hire or promotion
and
FDEP Water Distribution Operator License 2 within three (3) years of hire or promotion
Preferences
Prefer applicants with three (3) years of construction, operational, and /or maintenance infrastructure experience in an industrial environment and at minimum possess the FDEP Water Distribution Operator License Level 2 or FWPCOA Certification Level 2
Emergency Management Responsibilities
**In the event of an emergency or disaster, an employee in this role may be required to respond promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employee¿s department, the County¿s Office of Emergency Management, or County Administration. Such assignments may be before, during or after an emergency/disaster.**
Application Deadline
Open Date: 08/19/2026
Close Date: 09/01/2026
This posting is subject to close without prior notice.
Salary Information
Pay Grade: 016 - From $26.94 to $35.03
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Placement based on Education and Experience
Sign-on Incentive
This position may be eligible for a Sign-on Incentive. To learn more about our Sign-on Incentive Program visit our website at:
http://www.ocfl.net/careers/#incentives
Please note that current County employees are not eligible for a sign-on monetary incentive.
Benefits
For more information on Benefits visit - https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx
Veterans Preference
If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder.
Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.
Educational Requirements
If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.
Address
Orange County Utilities
Field Services Division
8100 Presidents Drive
Orlando, FL 32809
Notes
Work hours
Hours per week: 40
Schedule: Eight (8) hours per day, five (5) days or Ten (10) hours per day, four (4) days. Schedule subject to change based on operational need.
At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.
Orange County Utilities provides water resources and solid waste recovery services to protect and enrich the lives of the citizens and guests of Orange County Florida. The Field Services Division is responsible for the inspection, testing, regulatory compliance, operation, and maintenance of over 4,800 miles of pipeline, over 11,000 fire hydrants, and approximately 885 wastewater pump stations.
The Field Services Division is seeking highly qualified individuals to fill Utilities Maintenance Coordinator positions. This position is responsible for scheduling, planning, and coordinating with vendors and contractors to ensure proper execution of work and/or maintenance activities of multiple personnel or crews to maintain facilities in efficient operating condition.
Job Description
General Functions
Coordinates maintenance activities by scheduling work activities to maintain facilities in efficient operating condition, reviews work performed by a variety of trades, responds to emergency situations to correct operating problems in a timely fashion. Work performed is generally routine technical work coordinating one or two crews. Work requires independent judgment under the general supervision of a designated supervisor.
Representative Duties /Assignments
- Train staff in policies, safety procedures and construction.
- Assists with coordination of activities performed by a variety of trades including vendors and contractors.
- Assists with the coordination of daily tasks and activities performed by staff and contractors.
- Maintains tracking software for budgeting and invoicing work performed.
- Assist with overseeing the schedule and coordination of multiple groups.
- Knowledge of computer-based maintenance programs (Maximo).
- Ensure work orders are completed timely and daily logs are completed with photos.
- Complete incident reports.
- Provide details to supervisor for corrective actions and input on performance evaluations for staff within the crew.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- High school graduation or equivalent and four (4) years of experience in the operation of heavy equipment, maintenance of water or wastewater systems, and operation of water meters; or an equivalent combination of education or experience.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver¿s License.
- Must obtain a State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP), Water Distribution System Operator License Florida Water OR Florida Wastewater & Pollution Control Operators Association (FW&PCOA) Certification
- FWPCOA Certification Level 3 within one (1) year of hire or promotion **and**
- FQPCOA Certification Level 2 within two (3) years of hire or promotion
FDEP Water Distribution Operator License 3 within one (1) year of hire or promotion
and
FDEP Water Distribution Operator License 2 within three (3) years of hire or promotion
Preferences
Prefer applicants with three (3) years of construction, operational, and /or maintenance infrastructure experience in an industrial environment and at minimum possess the FDEP Water Distribution Operator License Level 2 or FWPCOA Certification Level 2
Emergency Management Responsibilities
**In the event of an emergency or disaster, an employee in this role may be required to respond promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employee¿s department, the County¿s Office of Emergency Management, or County Administration. Such assignments may be before, during or after an emergency/disaster.**
Application Deadline
Open Date: 08/19/2026
Close Date: 09/01/2026
This posting is subject to close without prior notice.
Salary Information
Pay Grade: 016 - From $26.94 to $35.03
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Placement based on Education and Experience
Sign-on Incentive
This position may be eligible for a Sign-on Incentive. To learn more about our Sign-on Incentive Program visit our website at:
http://www.ocfl.net/careers/#incentives
Please note that current County employees are not eligible for a sign-on monetary incentive.
Benefits
- 10 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays annually.
- 18 days paid time off per year.
- Longevity bonus based on years of service.
- 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
- Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
- Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
- Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
- Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
- Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
- Tuition reimbursement program.
- Earn service time to forgive student loans.
For more information on Benefits visit - https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx
Veterans Preference
If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder.
Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.
Educational Requirements
If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.
Address
Orange County Utilities
Field Services Division
8100 Presidents Drive
Orlando, FL 32809
Notes
Work hours
Hours per week: 40
Schedule: Eight (8) hours per day, five (5) days or Ten (10) hours per day, four (4) days. Schedule subject to change based on operational need.
Salary : $27 - $35