Boat Operator- Pump Out Boat Program - Part-time

Salary: $18.96 HourlyLocation : Vero Beach, FLJob Type: Part TimeJob Number: 02301Department: Natural Resources DepartmentDivision: Indian River LagoonOpening Date: 03/27/2026Closing Date: Continuous DescriptionWelcome, we are excited you are here.Take a peek at what our beautiful County has to offer -This is part time skilled work in the operation of mobile boat mounted with sewage collection equipment. Performs daily operation of sewage collection services to the boating community. Essential Job Duties Independent work involves collecting and disposing of sewage from marine vessels.Performs mechanical and preventative maintenance on boat, motor, and pumping equipment as required.Maintains daily log sheets of all activities.Performs work related to this job description as required. Typical RequirementsEducation and Experience: High school diploma / GED and two (2) years' experience in the operation of marine vessels and in the operation of pumping equipment.Additional qualifying education and/or experience which provide the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted one for the other on a year for year basis.Licenses, Certifications or Registrations:Must possess a valid Florida driver's license.Must have the Florida Safe Boater's Certification and know and understand rules of the road for inland waterways.Must abide by the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Boating Safety Education requirements.USCG Captain's License Preferred.Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: Must be capable of performing strenuous activities in all weather conditions.Must have the ability to navigate marine equipment within State of Florida waterways.Must be able to operate and maintain various types of pumps and internal combustion engines associated with marine equipment.Must be able to effectively communicate both in writing an orally. Must be effective in communicating with the general public. Supplemental InformationWORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS Work is performed primarily outdoors. Involves frequent interaction with people. Variable environmental conditions are typical with heat, humidity, wet, dry, and hazards. Work is on a vessel on waterway which may be choppy/wavy and will involve work on irregular and slippery surfaces.SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary that are a logical assignment to the position.JOB DESCRIPTION / ADA ACKNOWLEDGEMENTATTESTATION I understand that a qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.I have read the job description for the above position and understand the job duties, requirements, and responsibilities for the position. I attest that I am able to perform the essential functions as outlined in the job description either with or without accommodation. I understand that if I require accommodation, I will contact the Human Resources Department to request accommodation.If I have any questions about the job duties described in the above job description, I should discuss them with my immediate supervisor or a member of the Human Resources staff.I have discussed any questions I may have had about this job description prior to signing this form.Employees Signature DateEmployees Name (Please Print) Employee NumberThis is an hourly position. Employees in positions budgeted for 30+ hours per week are eligible for full-time benefits. Please review our benefits handbook at

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