City of Port St. Lucie, FL
Maintenance Worker, Drainage Division - Public Works Department
City of Port St. Lucie, FL, Port Saint Lucie, Florida, United States, 34984
Salary: See Position Description
Location : Port St. Lucie FL 34984, FL
Job Type: FULL-TIME
Job Number: 202503092
Department: PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Opening Date: 01/07/2026
Closing Date: 2/4/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
POSITION SUMMARY
The City of Port St. Lucie is an equal opportunity employer.
This position requires the applicant to successfully pass a drug screening.
Please note that this is an external job posting intended for non-city employees. If you are a current city employee applying through this posting, your application will not be reviewed with other internal candidates. In order to be considered with internal candidates, please apply on the internal posting by clicking HERE
The starting hourly pay for this position is $19.25 - $22.13 depending on qualifications.
Performs skilled and semi-skilled professional, physical, labor intensive work in various maintenance functions. Facilitates the development of public trust and confidence in the City.
This position is considered an "Essential Position" for the purpose of Emergency Management. Emergency duties will be assigned as needed. This position requires 24 hours a day, 7 days per week availability during City of Port St Lucie emergencies, as determined by City Administrators, Emergency Manager or City Officials.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The following duties are illustrative for this position. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
* Keeps the mission, vision, and values of the City of Port St. Lucie at the forefront of decision making and action; builds strategic and collaborative relationships and interacts with others in a way that builds confidence and trust; provides excellent customer service by taking action to accomplish objectives, maintains high levels of work and productivity by generating innovative solutions to work situations.
* Performs heavy manual labor such as: digging, lifting, assisting with various pipe installations (i.e. large reinforced concrete pipe and plastic poly pipe), installing liner in swales, and picking up debris.
* May be required to performs semi-skilled tasks in building maintenance and repair areas.
* Performs preventative maintenance on several pieces of equipment.
* Fills potholes and may assist in permanent repairs using cut saws, tampers and hot asphalt.
* Hauls a variety of material to/from the job site to facilitate completion of assigned projects.
* May work under the direction of a Crew Leader.
* May be required to work hours other than the standard day shift should an emergency arise.
* Regular and punctual attendance.
* Other duties as may be assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma required. One (1) year related manual labor experience is preferred. Possession of valid Florida driver's license and maintenance of clean driving record required.
A comparable amount of training, education, or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
* Skill in the operation and preventive maintenance of equipment and related tools.
* Ability to operate equipment required to perform duties.
* Ability to perform heavy manual labor under various weather conditions.
* Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
* Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.
* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees and the public.
* Knowledge of tools and equipment required to perform duties.
* Knowledge of grounds keeping practices and principles.
* Knowledge of landscape maintenance, turf installation and irrigation systems.
* Ability to maintain daily logs of assigned equipment.
* Ability to focus on the positive in every situation.
* Ability to model respect for individuals, teams, and the organization.
* Ability to stay centered when challenged.
* Ability to follow through on assigned task.
* Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, work overhead on ladders and platforms, and reach above shoulders. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee in this position is also required to climb a ladder up to 15 feet in height. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to focus. Steel-toe or composite shoes are mandatory.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions that may be adverse and extreme (heat, humidity, cold, rain, etc.). The employee is frequently exposed to noise, dust, fumes, airborne particles, uneven surfaces, heights, and stressful situations. The employee works with hazardous power tools and is exposed to heights up to 15 feet.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
Documentation Requirements
Please Read Carefully
Applicants, including City of Port St Lucie employees, must upload and submit attached copies of their education credentials with the employment application. Please be sure to attach all required documents to your employment application each time you apply. Uploaded documents remain in your online profile, but they will not attach automatically, and you will be deemed ineligible without the proper documentation.
ALL DOCUMENTS SUBMITTED MUST BE CLEAR, LEGIBLE, AND IN PROPER FORMAT.
THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENT(S) ARE REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION AND ARE ACCEPTABLE FORMS OF PROOF:
* Proof of education in the form of a diploma, degree, or transcripts. Foreign diplomas/degrees must be submitted with a credential evaluation report from an approved credential evaluation agency*. Translations of diplomas/degrees are not accepted. Audit/Academic reports are not accepted as substitutions for college transcripts.
* Driver's License: A Valid Driver's License from any state (Equivalent to a State of Florida Class E) may be utilized upon application; however, within thirty (30) days from the date of hire, a State of Florida Driver's License (Class E or higher) must be presented.
*Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies:
Credential evaluation reports showing the United States equivalency for academic credentials earned in other countries may be provided by:
* An accredited four-year college or university in the United States, OR
* A current member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), OR
* A current member of the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE), OR
* A recognized Professional Organization
For an additional list of approved credential evaluation agencies, visit the
It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that all required documents submitted with the employment application are in a format that is acceptable, clear, and legible for eligibility determination or risk being disqualified.
Applicants, including City of Port St Lucie employees, must completely detail their work experience on the employment application or risk being disqualified. Resumes will not be reviewed in place of the employment application.
It is the applicant's responsibility to update their online profile with personal data, work experience, education, and certifications when submitting application(s); failure to do so may result in disqualification.
12 paid holidays per year
Vacation Leave:
1-3 years- 10 days
4-9 years- 15 days
10-19 years- 20 days
20+ years- 25 days
PT employees accrue depending on hours worked
Personal Days :
2 days for non-exempt employees per year
3 days for exempt employees per year
Sick Time:
FT employees accrue 8 hours per month
PT employees accrue 4 hours per month
Retirement Plan:
The City contributes an amount equal to 11.4% of an eligible employee's biweekly earnings into a 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan. Employee contributes 1%.
457 Deferred Compensation Plan and Roth IRA
$50,000 Basic Term Life Insurance
$50,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
Optional Benefits:
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible Spending Account
Wellness Program
Health Reimbursement Account
Employee Assistance Plan
Supplemental Life
Legal insurance
The of City Port St. Lucie provides a wide array of benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. For additional details on benefits offer by the City of Port St. Lucie, see the link below.
01
This position is posted on the external career site intended for applicants who are not currently employed by the City of Port St. Lucie. Are you currently an internal employee of the City of Port St Lucie? Note: If you are a current employee, please exit this application and apply through the internal career portal to ensure proper processing.
* Yes, I am a current employee
* No, I am not a current employee
02
Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent GED? A high school diploma or GED must be presented at time of employment.
* Yes
* No
03
Do you have a valid driver's license? Please note: If you have an out-of-state driver's license, you will be required to obtain a valid Florida driver's license within 30 days from the date of hire
* Yes
* No
04
Do you have one (1) year of manual labor experience?
* Yes
* No
Required Question
Location : Port St. Lucie FL 34984, FL
Job Type: FULL-TIME
Job Number: 202503092
Department: PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Opening Date: 01/07/2026
Closing Date: 2/4/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
POSITION SUMMARY
The City of Port St. Lucie is an equal opportunity employer.
This position requires the applicant to successfully pass a drug screening.
Please note that this is an external job posting intended for non-city employees. If you are a current city employee applying through this posting, your application will not be reviewed with other internal candidates. In order to be considered with internal candidates, please apply on the internal posting by clicking HERE
The starting hourly pay for this position is $19.25 - $22.13 depending on qualifications.
Performs skilled and semi-skilled professional, physical, labor intensive work in various maintenance functions. Facilitates the development of public trust and confidence in the City.
This position is considered an "Essential Position" for the purpose of Emergency Management. Emergency duties will be assigned as needed. This position requires 24 hours a day, 7 days per week availability during City of Port St Lucie emergencies, as determined by City Administrators, Emergency Manager or City Officials.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The following duties are illustrative for this position. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
* Keeps the mission, vision, and values of the City of Port St. Lucie at the forefront of decision making and action; builds strategic and collaborative relationships and interacts with others in a way that builds confidence and trust; provides excellent customer service by taking action to accomplish objectives, maintains high levels of work and productivity by generating innovative solutions to work situations.
* Performs heavy manual labor such as: digging, lifting, assisting with various pipe installations (i.e. large reinforced concrete pipe and plastic poly pipe), installing liner in swales, and picking up debris.
* May be required to performs semi-skilled tasks in building maintenance and repair areas.
* Performs preventative maintenance on several pieces of equipment.
* Fills potholes and may assist in permanent repairs using cut saws, tampers and hot asphalt.
* Hauls a variety of material to/from the job site to facilitate completion of assigned projects.
* May work under the direction of a Crew Leader.
* May be required to work hours other than the standard day shift should an emergency arise.
* Regular and punctual attendance.
* Other duties as may be assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma required. One (1) year related manual labor experience is preferred. Possession of valid Florida driver's license and maintenance of clean driving record required.
A comparable amount of training, education, or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
* Skill in the operation and preventive maintenance of equipment and related tools.
* Ability to operate equipment required to perform duties.
* Ability to perform heavy manual labor under various weather conditions.
* Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
* Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.
* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees and the public.
* Knowledge of tools and equipment required to perform duties.
* Knowledge of grounds keeping practices and principles.
* Knowledge of landscape maintenance, turf installation and irrigation systems.
* Ability to maintain daily logs of assigned equipment.
* Ability to focus on the positive in every situation.
* Ability to model respect for individuals, teams, and the organization.
* Ability to stay centered when challenged.
* Ability to follow through on assigned task.
* Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, work overhead on ladders and platforms, and reach above shoulders. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee in this position is also required to climb a ladder up to 15 feet in height. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to focus. Steel-toe or composite shoes are mandatory.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions that may be adverse and extreme (heat, humidity, cold, rain, etc.). The employee is frequently exposed to noise, dust, fumes, airborne particles, uneven surfaces, heights, and stressful situations. The employee works with hazardous power tools and is exposed to heights up to 15 feet.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
Documentation Requirements
Please Read Carefully
Applicants, including City of Port St Lucie employees, must upload and submit attached copies of their education credentials with the employment application. Please be sure to attach all required documents to your employment application each time you apply. Uploaded documents remain in your online profile, but they will not attach automatically, and you will be deemed ineligible without the proper documentation.
ALL DOCUMENTS SUBMITTED MUST BE CLEAR, LEGIBLE, AND IN PROPER FORMAT.
THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENT(S) ARE REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION AND ARE ACCEPTABLE FORMS OF PROOF:
* Proof of education in the form of a diploma, degree, or transcripts. Foreign diplomas/degrees must be submitted with a credential evaluation report from an approved credential evaluation agency*. Translations of diplomas/degrees are not accepted. Audit/Academic reports are not accepted as substitutions for college transcripts.
* Driver's License: A Valid Driver's License from any state (Equivalent to a State of Florida Class E) may be utilized upon application; however, within thirty (30) days from the date of hire, a State of Florida Driver's License (Class E or higher) must be presented.
*Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies:
Credential evaluation reports showing the United States equivalency for academic credentials earned in other countries may be provided by:
* An accredited four-year college or university in the United States, OR
* A current member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), OR
* A current member of the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE), OR
* A recognized Professional Organization
For an additional list of approved credential evaluation agencies, visit the
It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that all required documents submitted with the employment application are in a format that is acceptable, clear, and legible for eligibility determination or risk being disqualified.
Applicants, including City of Port St Lucie employees, must completely detail their work experience on the employment application or risk being disqualified. Resumes will not be reviewed in place of the employment application.
It is the applicant's responsibility to update their online profile with personal data, work experience, education, and certifications when submitting application(s); failure to do so may result in disqualification.
12 paid holidays per year
Vacation Leave:
1-3 years- 10 days
4-9 years- 15 days
10-19 years- 20 days
20+ years- 25 days
PT employees accrue depending on hours worked
Personal Days :
2 days for non-exempt employees per year
3 days for exempt employees per year
Sick Time:
FT employees accrue 8 hours per month
PT employees accrue 4 hours per month
Retirement Plan:
The City contributes an amount equal to 11.4% of an eligible employee's biweekly earnings into a 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan. Employee contributes 1%.
457 Deferred Compensation Plan and Roth IRA
$50,000 Basic Term Life Insurance
$50,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
Optional Benefits:
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible Spending Account
Wellness Program
Health Reimbursement Account
Employee Assistance Plan
Supplemental Life
Legal insurance
The of City Port St. Lucie provides a wide array of benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. For additional details on benefits offer by the City of Port St. Lucie, see the link below.
01
This position is posted on the external career site intended for applicants who are not currently employed by the City of Port St. Lucie. Are you currently an internal employee of the City of Port St Lucie? Note: If you are a current employee, please exit this application and apply through the internal career portal to ensure proper processing.
* Yes, I am a current employee
* No, I am not a current employee
02
Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent GED? A high school diploma or GED must be presented at time of employment.
* Yes
* No
03
Do you have a valid driver's license? Please note: If you have an out-of-state driver's license, you will be required to obtain a valid Florida driver's license within 30 days from the date of hire
* Yes
* No
04
Do you have one (1) year of manual labor experience?
* Yes
* No
Required Question