LWDD offers excellent benefit package including medical, dental, prescription, life insurance and (FRS) retirement, and much more! All interested candidates should submit an application, along with their resume.
Entry Level Maintenance Positions
Starting at $18.25/hour – Rate commensurate with job experience.
- Equipment Operator I, Low Maintenance
Work will include a variety of tasks associated with vegetation maintenance along the District’s canal banks, including tree removal and trimming, handwork and the operation of chainsaw, construction equipment, including mini-excavators, mini-skid steers and similar equipment. Tree clearing or lawn care maintenance experience is helpful but not required. A high school diploma and valid Florida driver’s license are required. Position may be filled at a higher grade for qualified candidates. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Click Here for Complete Job Description. Applicants can apply at https://www.lwdd.net/employment-application.
Professional Positions
Starting at $67,000 – $104,000 annually – Rate commensurate with job experience.
- Professional Surveyor & Mapper (PSM/SIT)
Join the Lake Worth Drainage District and play a key role in protecting and managing critical public infrastructure throughout Palm Beach County. We’re seeking a motivated Professional Surveyor & Mapper (PSM) or Surveyor Intern (SIT) to support land surveying, mapping, right-of-way management, and GIS initiatives. This position offers a unique blend of office and field work, professional growth opportunities, and a clear path toward Florida PSM licensure for qualified candidates. If you’re passionate about surveying, land records, GIS, and public service, we’d like to hear from you. Must have a valid Florida Driver’s License and a minimum of one (1) year of experience in land surveying and mapping technologies. Click Here for Complete Job Description. Applicants can apply at https://www.lwdd.net/employment-application.
Experienced Positions
Starting at $20.08/hour – Rate commensurate with job experience.
- No current openings
Experienced Trade & Licensed Positions
- No current openings
Executive Positions
- No current openings
Lake Worth Drainage District is an equal opportunity, at-will employer. Prospective employees will receive consideration without discrimination because of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital or family status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law. Preference in appointment will be given to eligible veterans and spouses in accordance with applicable law. The LWDD is a Drug, Alcohol, and Tobacco-Free Workplace. Job applicants for designated safety-sensitive positions are subject to pre-employment drug testing. For questions on current job openings, contact Human Resources at 561.498.5363 Ext 5574. Correspondence will only be generated to those applicants invited to interview for an advertised vacancy. Applications for open positions will be accepted until the position is filled.


