What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wastewater Plant Operator position at City of Boca Raton, FL?
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Job Description
Performs intermediate skilled work in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant and related equipment; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.
Essential Functions
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of the operating characteristics and maintenance requirements of a water treatment plant; general knowledge of hydraulic, chemical, and mechanical principles pertinent to water treatment plant operations; general knowledge of occupational hazards of the work and of necessary safety precautions; ability to detect flaws in the operation of mechanical equipment and to determine proper remedial measures; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to lift articles weighing 50 pounds; ability to read meters and charts accurately and to maintain records of shift operations; some skill in the use and care of hand tools; skill in the use and care of lab testing and analysis equipment and instrument; skill in the use of computers and SCADA systems associated with plant operations.
Minimum and Preferred Qualifications
CERTIFICATIONS / PROFESSIONAL LICENSES:
Possession of Florida DEP Class C (or higher) wastewater certificate.
Abstained from the use of cigarettes, cigars, and other tobacco products for at least one year prior to their date of hire, and shall abstain from the use of tobacco products at all times during the period of their employment with the City while both on and off duty.
POST-OFFER BACKGROUND REQUIREMENTS:
The background check process for this position may include:
- Criminal Background Check
- Employment Verification
- Reference Checks
- Motor Vehicles Report (MVR) Check
- Workers' Compensation
- Certification/License Verification
- Physical
- Drug and Alcohol Screen
The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity, Inclusive, Veteran's Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace. It is the policy of the City of Boca Raton to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
