What are the responsibilities and job description for the Waste Water Plant Trainee/Operator I position at City of West Palm Beach?
Wastewater Plant Trainee - Under direct supervision, assists the wastewater plant operations staff in performing a variety of duties to provide for the proper treatment of wastewater in accordance with federal, state, and local standards; and performs other related duties as assigned.
Wastewater Plant Operator I- Under limited supervision, performs a variety of duties to provide for the proper treatment of wastewater in accordance with federal, state, and local standards; and performs other related duties as assigned.
Salary
Wastewater Plant Trainee - pay grade 38
Wastewater Plant Operator I - pay grade 49
$23.17 hourly
Excellent Benefits!Qualifications
Wastewater Plant Trainee - High school diploma or GED or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Must successfully complete the Department of Public Utilities Wastewater Training program and obtain the State of Florida Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Class “C” license within two (2) years from date of employment.
Wastewater Plant Operator I - High school diploma or GED and one (1) year related experience is required, or any equivalent combination of training and experience. State of Florida Wastewater Operator Class “C” License is required.
Education Requirements: To be considered valid (or verified) for position qualification purposes, and consistent with City Hiring Policy 4-5, a High School, GED or equivalent diploma, and all higher education degrees or certifications must have been issued by:
International degrees will be evaluated to determine if they satisfy qualification requirements.
- Have not lost any driving privileges by reason of revocation, suspension or denial of license, or have been convicted and/or had an adjudication withheld of three or more moving violations.
- Have not had one DUI (Driving Under the Influence) in any preceding twenty-four (24) month period. License suspension of two weeks or less or suspensions based only on non-moving violations that have been cleared will not automatically result in revocation of driving privileges.
- Have not had more than one DUI (conviction or adjudication withheld) in Florida or any other state within the past ten (10) years.
Additional Details
The selection process for this position may consist of any, all or a combination of the following tests: evaluation of training and experience, written examination, structured oral interview or other assessment method.
State of Emergency: When normal operations of City departments are suspended or interrupted due to a declaration by the Mayor that a state of emergency exists, all employees will be deemed critical by the City. For the preparation and/or continuation of emergency operations or for special work detail, employees deemed necessary shall be required to work. Employees deemed critical by the City but not needed for the initial preparation and/or continuation of emergency operations or for special work detail may be directed not to report to work, and given paid administrative leave or they may be reassigned to another location that best meet the needs of the City.
How To Apply
If you are interested in applying for this position you may apply online by selecting the Apply Now button at the end of the job posting. Applications must be received in Human Resources by the closing date.
The City of West Palm Beach is an equal employment opportunity employer. The City values the service of veterans to our country, supports recruitment of veterans and veterans' preference will be given in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes for those who met the minimum requirements of the position. Background investigation, physical, and drug and alcohol screening is required as condition of employment.
Currency
USD
Closing Date
18-Apr-2025
Salary : $18 - $23
