- Junior
- Bureau à Tampa
Work for Our Water Resources.
Help protect one of Florida’s most vital resources — water — with a career at the Southwest Florida Water Management District (District).
The District is a government agency whose mission is to protect water resources, minimize flood risks, and ensure the public’s water needs are met. We serve a population of nearly 6 million people in west-central Florida as directed by state law.
Join our Data Collection Bureau
The District’s Data Collection Bureau is seeking a Field Technician to perform groundwater quality, surface water quality, biological and real-time data collection. This position will primarily be responsible for the collection of both ground and surface water quality samples throughout the District from wells, springs, lakes, rivers, streams and estuarine resources. Technical work includes installation, operation, calibration and maintenance of data collection equipment and providing project management support. This opportunity offers an ability to make an impact on the organization and provides flexibility and a true work-life balance. You’ll have the chance to work with a wide range of teams in this promising position, each of which plays a vital role in our efforts to preserve our most valuable natural resources. Using your expertise, you’ll play an important role in enhancing the results to ensure a brighter future for the environment of Florida.
District employees are offered an excellent total rewards package that includes:
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Compensation:
Field Technician 2 $38,082.00 - $48,546.00
Field Technician 3 $40,557.00 - $51,704.00
Field Technician 4 $46,035.00 - $58,656.00
The starting salary range is included for the Field Technician profile which reflects the minimum to approximately 50% of the respective pay grade. The starting salary will be based on the education and experience of the successful candidate. The District conducts annual performance evaluations that may award applicable pay increases based on positive employee performance.
Essential Functions
- Apply District and state protocols for data and sample collection.
- Apply practical principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment of science and technology in the field.
- Collect project site information in the field, noting and documenting relevant findings.
- Install, calibrate and maintain data collection equipment and related components.
- Troubleshoot and repair electronic data collection equipment.
- Participate in emergency management activities and other departmental activities and performs other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions
Physical, Visual Acuity Requirements: Medium Work, Vehicle, Stooping, Crouching, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Pulling, Lifting, Grasping, Talking, Hearing, Balancing, Kneeling
Working Environmental Conditions: BothInOut, Noise, Vibration, Hazards, Hiking, Bites, Remote, Weather, Measuring, Driving, PowerTools, Boat, Electrical, Chemicals, Wading, Cold, Heat
Work is divided between office and field environments. Fieldwork is frequently conducted under adverse weather conditions, and may involve remote, undeveloped and/or isolated sites. Work may be conducted on or around open water, wetlands or marshes. Must be able to frequently bend and squat, with occasional requirement to climb or swim. Must be able to operate a District vehicle for two hours or more at a time. Daily travel, to and from remote work locations, is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employee may be subject to call-in outside of regularly scheduled work hours, or required to be on call, including on nights, weekends or holidays, to respond to emergency management activities or other incidents requiring rapid response in support of District operations.
Required Credentials for Field Technician
Field Technician 2
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- One (1) year related work experience
- Valid driver’s license
Field Technician 3
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Three (3) years related work experience
- Valid driver’s license
Field Technician 4
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Four (4) years related work experience
- Valid driver’s license
Preferred Credentials for Field Technician
- Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting experience
- Experience operating four wheel drive vehicles, ATV's, boats, and tow trailers
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suit software including Word, Excel, and Access
Application Process
The District will determine eligibility for employment solely from the information provided on a District employment application. All applicants are required to complete, in full, the District employment application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. A resume will not be considered as a substitute for the required District application for the purpose of qualification. Applicants who are within 30 days of graduation, if selected are not allowed to start until all minimum qualifications are met.
Additional Details
This position is typically scheduled to work 40 hours per week, Monday to Thursday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM, out of the Tampa, FL office. This position is eligible for overtime for hours worked over 40 hours, in a week.
Travel Required
Yes. Extensive travel, using District vehicle, within District's coverage area.
Accepting applications until December 4, 2025 at 4:00 PM
About Us
The District is responsible for managing the water resources for west central Florida which includes approximately 10,000 square miles of territory spanning 16 counties and serving more than 6 million residents. Established in 1961 as a flood-protection agency, our objective is to meet the needs of current and future water users, protect and preserve our water resources, manage the water supply, protect water quality, and preserve water-related functions.
Apply Now
Start and grow your career with the District! The District prides itself on providing a positive work environment that engages and supports our employees through flexible and remote work schedules. We provide and support learning and development for staff at all levels including conferences, association memberships, and formal education. Let us know if you have previous public sector experience that may allow for additional perks! Click on the link to apply.
