Wastewater Plant Operator Licensed or Trainee

Please see attached job description for full details of each position.

Essential Job Functions:

• Operates or checks the operation of all plant equipment at a main wastewater treatment plant. (i.e., pumps, valves, electric motors, filters, etc.) 
• Routes flow of wastewater at treatment plant.
• Regulates and helps maintain records of flow, tank level, chemical feed rates, etc., between various stages of treatment. 
• Reads meters and gauges.
• Performs tests of wastewater including pH, chlorine, residual, conductivity, turbidity, etc.
• Conducts standardized tests.
• Maintains operating logs at all plants.
• Cleans, oils, and performs minor preventive maintenance on pumps, motors, and similar equipment.
• Keeps plant facilities clean and orderly.
• Makes minor repairs and adjustments to equipment.
• Responds to emergencies within 30 minutes while on emergency call-out duty.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:  

Trainee: 

• A High School Diploma or equivalent. 

• Ability to obtain a Class “C” Water Treatment Plant Operator’s license within two (2) years.

• Valid Florida Driver’s License at time of hire. 

Operator:  

• A High School Diploma or equivalent. 

• Possession of a Class “A”, “B”, or “C” Water Treatment Plant Operator’s License as issued by the State of Florida.

• Valid Florida Driver’s License at time of hire. 

Compensation Details:

Treatment Plant Operator C Starting Pay: $22.52

Treatment Plant Operator B Starting Pay: $24.10 

Treatment Plant Operator A Starting Pay: $25.78

Trainee Pay Rate Starting Pay: $21.05