Wastewater Plant Lead Operator - Reclamation Facility

Salary : $26.88 - $38.48 Hourly

Location : Bradenton, FL

Job Type : Full-Time (Hourly)

Job Number : 25-00070

Department : Utilities Department

Opening Date : 01 / 21 / 2025

Closing Date : 1 / 28 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

General Information

Work Location : 5101 65th Street West, Bradenton, Florida 34210

Work Hours : Monday - Friday, 7 : 00 am - 3 : 30 pm

This classification is responsible for assisting the Chief Operator in supervising Manatee County Water and / or Wastewater Plant operations. Work involves responsibility for the effective and efficient operation of water and / or wastewater plants. Work requires coordinating activities with the other Lead Operators, Chief Operators, the Water Quality Compliance position and the Central Laboratory. Completes all assigned work on compliance, operational, and office duties.

NOTE : ADDITIONAL "CAREER INCENTIVE" PAY IS AWARDED FOR THE FOLLOWING LEVEL / LICENSE : LEAD / CLASS "A" - $1.50 PER HOUR.

Working Conditions

Indoor / outdoor situation; high noise environment while performing certain responsibilities. Lifting equipment up to 50 lbs. alone; up to 100 lbs. with assistance.

Job Description

Essential Functions :

These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

Oversee the efficient operation of treatment plants and assures the public's health and safety, giving special attention to the SCADA system and trend generation as a tool to enhance troubleshooting and process control of the plant process.

Create, modify, and update spreadsheets that can be used to generate compliance reports using Excel and WIMS (Water Information Management System) to populate the reports. Create additional spreadsheets to populate, that can be cut and pasted from in order to complete other FDEP compliance reports.

Create, modify, and update other spreadsheets and documents that can be used to generate operational and office reports, and forms used in everyday business.

Aid the Chief Operator in the following job duties : oversee personnel engaged in plant operation; assigns and schedules work; provide input on employee performance; trains plant operators; assists in preparing operational budget.

Directs staff to make treatment adjustments and / or equipment changes to improve the quality of water or effluent and / or cost effectiveness of plant operations when the Chief Operator is not on site, and fills in for operators as needed.

Coordinate with the lab, sampling and calibration events between the operation and lab staff; retrieves plant lab data from the central labs LIM (Laboratory Information Management) system.

Assists Chief in ensuring adequate operational supplies of chemicals, spare parts, and equipment are available to maintain facilities. Operates and troubleshoots computer system.

Helps to maintain with the Chief Operator and Water Quality Compliance Officer, the maintenance of, records needed to comply with State, Federal and local laws and regulations; completes local, State and federal regulatory forms, permits.

Performs other related work (including weather or other extreme emergency duties) as required.

Minimum Qualifications

High school graduate / equivalent.

Minimum four years' experience associated with area of assignment (Areas of Assignment : Water Treatment Plant, Wastewater Treatment Plant).

Minimum of one year of supervisory experience (time as Operator In Charge (OIC) applicable).

Possession of a current FDEP "A" water and / or Wastewater Operator license prior to appointment or ability to acquire within six months of start date.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

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K n o wledge, Skills and Abilities :

Knowledge of water and / or wastewater treatment processes. Knowledge of operation of all associated equipment.

Knowledge of Federal, State and County laws and regulations; knowledge of County operating procedures, or ability to quickly learn.

Knowledge of computer operations, SCADA, mathematics, chemistry and biology as applied in water and / or wastewater treatment processes and testing.

Ability to read and understand plans of distribution systems and treatment plant plans and schematics. Ability to react quickly to serious problems and bring to satisfactory resolutions.

Ability to evaluate equipment, chemicals and processes used in water and / or wastewater treatment. Ability to effectively use a personal computer and applicable software.

Ability to prepare reports and maintain records of plant operations.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing.

Ability to climb and descend ladders and stairs.

Ability to work during emergency situations as required. Ability to distinguish colors.

Skill in organization, preparation, and presentation of written reports, findings and recommendations.

Skill in operation of the facilities in a cost-effective manner, while adhering to regulatory agency requirements.

Veterans Preference

In accordance with Florida Statute 295.07, F.S., Chapter 55A-7, priority consideration in employment will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled veterans. Applicants claiming preference must provide a DD Form 214 or other acceptable documentation with their application. We are committed to honoring the service and sacrifices of our veterans and their families.

EEO / ADA Statement

Manatee County Government is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at 941-748-4501 x 3865.

Drug-Free Workplace

Manatee County Government is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.

Emergency Response / Recovery Activities

All employees may be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

The Manatee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive benefits package to regular full-time and part-time employees. For more information about our employee benefits, which are governed by policy and subject to change, visit :

VERY IMPORTANT - When answering supplemental questions about experience, education or certification, please be sure the information is reflected in the Education, Work Experience and Certificates and Licenses sections of your application.

Must include Monthly Salary, Name of Employer, Location, Phone Number and Duties for each employer in Work Experience.

Note : "See Resume" is not acceptable.

Identify all gaps not related to medical reasons.

• I acknowledge the above statement

If you are claiming Veteran's Preference, please check category of eligibility

Which level of education have you achieved?

How many years of experience do you have in wastewater treatment do you have?

How many years of supervisory experience do you have (time as Operator In Charge (OIC) applicable)?

Do you possess a current FDEP Class "A" Wastewater Operator License or have the ability to acquire within six months of start date?

Please list any training courses you have taken related to Wastewater Treatment. If none, type N / A.

Please list any training certificates you have obtained that relate to Leadership or Management. If none, please type "none".

Required Question

Salary : $27 - $38