Water Treatment Plant Operator A, B, C

Job TitleWater Treatment Plant OperatorJob DescriptionUnder general supervision, performs technical work involved in the operation of the City's water and/or wastewater treatment plants and related facilities, ensuring operations are within applicable regulations. Work involves performing preventive maintenance and minor repairs to equipment, utilizing SCADA, dosing chemicals, reading various gauges and meters, collecting lab samples, performing and recording analyses and tests, and inspecting equipment for efficient operation. Independent judgment and initiative are required in developing operational decisions and to effectively communicate issues and concerns that may impact personnel and/or operations. General maintenance tasks including good housekeeping practices and maintaining the immediate grounds are required. Reports to the Plant Superintendent or designee, as assigned.Minimum Training & ExperienceMay be eligible for sign-on bonus based on license held:Class A - up to $4,000Class B - up to $3,000Class C - up to $2,000Graduation from high school plus a minimum of one (1) year of experience in water treatment plant operation. Experience in mechanical repair work preferred. Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License and have and maintain an acceptable driving record. A License - 5 or more years of experience ($57,631 starting salary) B License - 3 to 4 years of experience ($52,273 starting salary) C License - 1 to 2 years of experience ($49,784 starting salary) SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Level "A, B or C" Water Treatment Plant Operator License from the State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection. Out of State candidates applying for reciprocity of the required license may be considered for this position.Emergency Declaration StatusCode 1: Essential Employees may be required to work during an undeclared emergency and/or declared emergency. On an incident by incident basis, the employee's Department Head will make the determination as to who will be required to work.Specific Duties & ResponsibilitiesESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSPerforms responsible and effective on-site operations of assigned treatment plant functions.Monitors all processes, equipment and controls to maintain compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws, ordinances and regulations.Monitors gauges, flow meters, instrumentation, control panels, and various processes and utilizes the observed data to assist in making approved operational changes.Checks filters, pumps, chlorinators and chemical feed discharges.Collects, analyzes, and or relinquishes water and/or wastewater samples, as required.Maintains and submits logs and reports accurately, as assigned, and in the manner required by the Department of Environmental Protection.Performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs to plant equipment, including the lubrication of motors and pumps.Maintains records of plant operation and prepares and submits related reports; monitors and participates in shutdowns and start-ups of equipment as directed.Advises supervisor of general plant operations and any non-compliance situations.Maintains general cleanliness of the plant and may perform various grounds keeping tasks such as sweeping, mowing grass, weeding, and edging.ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONSPerforms other related work as required.