Water Treatment Plant Operator - TRAINEE

Salary : $42,883.06 - $55,747.98 Annually

Location : Winter Park, FL

Job Type : Full Time Employment

Job Number : 2025-03433

Department : UT Utilities Operations

Opening Date : 01 / 28 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 25 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Description

This is a trainee level position, under immediate supervision that performs technical activities in the operation and maintenance of the County's water treatment plants; trainee is required to obtain a State of Florida "C" Level Water Treatment Plant Operator License within 15-months of hire.

• Salary will be determined depending on qualifications of candidates who exceed the minimum requirements as outlined within the job description.
• Additional compensation based on licensure.

Essential Functions

Note : 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.

Participates in an on-the-job training program involving practical "hands-on" experience with plant operations under the supervision of a Certified Treatment Plant Operator or the Water Plant supervisor; the trainee will be required to read and comprehend a variety of technical laboratory, operations, and maintenance procedures. Performs entry level work in the operation and maintenance of a water treatment plant. Examples of work performed includes the following :

Performing daily chemical analyses, in accordance with state mandated requirements and federal guidelines, for pH, fluoride, chlorine, color, turbidity, temperature, ozone, GAC (Granulated Activated Carbon), Ion-Exchange, chlorides, and other daily operational procedures, laboratory and field analyses, and routine calibrations and maintenance for optimal treatment process.

Participate in assigned treatment plant rounds including inspecting, monitoring, troubleshooting, performance testing and documenting plant processes by reading plant equipment gauges, dials, graphs, online analyzers, computer screens, meters, SCADA systems and other instrumentation.

Assists with the maintenance and cleaning of plant equipment, some ground maintenance, and maybe cross trained in basic pump and motor maintenance.

Maybe asked to work varying shifts, hours, and locations to become trained in all aspects of water plant operations.

Adheres to proper safety standards and procedures.

Performs related work and additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

Must possess a valid State of Florida driver license.

Must be able to obtain a Class "C" Water Treatment Plant Operator's license within 15-months of hire as issued by the State of Florida in compliance with Chapter 62-602 of the Florida Administrative Code and al revision thereof.

Additional Requirements

Must be able to communicate clearly orally and in writing and present oneself in a professional manner.

Must have the ability to follow and take oral and written instructions.

Must possess a working knowledge of Microsoft Office software, SCADA software and GIS software experience is a plus and has the ability to use computers for data entry, word processing, and / or accounting purposes.

Ability for attention to detail, accuracy, and safety.

Must have the ability to perform or lean basic mathematical equations in the performance of analysis and calculation of dosage.

Ability to read, interpret, and follow technical information, directives, manuals, memos, reports, and other work related materials.

Ability to write analysis sheets, reports, inventories, logbooks, work orders, and other work requests.A

Must be available to work any hours or days as may be assigned.

Ability to work under high demands, short time constraints, and pressure of a fast paced work environment.

County-paid benefits for employees

Competitive Wages : Our compensation system includes competitive hiring salaries.

Paid Time Off : New full-time employees accrue 20 days per year of Paid Time Off (16 days for 24-hour shift personnel). New part-time employees accrue 83 hours per year of Paid Time Off. Accrual rates increase with service time.

Paid Holidays : We observe 12 paid holidays which includes an employee birthday holiday and a floating Work / Life Day.

Bereavement Leave : Employees may receive up to one week paid leave per fiscal year for absence due to the death of an immediate family member.

Florida Retirement System : All employees in regularly established positions are automatically covered from the first day of employment. Seminole County makes contribution on behalf of the employee and the employee is also required to make a 3% contribution.

Employees Assistance Program : Our EAP provider can help employees and their families with issues such as personal / family matters, financial debt counseling, substance abuse, etc.

Training and Development Program : The Employee Learning Center provides training opportunities for employees which promote performance, enhance employees' work life experiences, and support the organization.

Employee Awards and Recognition : A program to reward outstanding performance and enhance service to the citizens of Seminole County.

Wellness Center : Includes exercise equipment, resource library, and educational programs.

Health Insurance : Health Insurance is effective the first of the month after completing 30 calendar days of employment. Seminole County offers a Point of Service (POS) plan. Dependent coverage is also available, the cost is split between the employee and employer. This benefit is not extended to part-time employees.

Life Insurance : Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance for employees, equal to one times annual salary. Not extended to part-time employees.

Long-Term Disability : Provides 60% of salary after 6 months of disability. Not extended to part-time employees.

Optional benefits (employee-paid) for full-time employees :

Deferred Compensation Plan (457) : Employees may choose to have pre-tax payroll deductions made for deposit into this savings plan up to an IRS-established maximum.

Dental Insurance : A choice of 3 plans is available for employees and dependents at employee expense.

Additional Life Insurance : At employee expense, additional life insurance up to five times annual salary; dependent coverage also available.

Short-Term Disability Insurance : 60% of salary for the first six months of disability at employee expense.

Cancer and Specified Disease : Pays a benefit directly to the employee if being treated for this disease.

Flexible Spending Account : Apre-tax account for childcare and un-reimbursed medical expenses.

Pre-Tax Payroll Deductions : Under Section 125 of the IRS Code, certain payroll deductions for insurance coverage may be taken out prior to income being taxed.

What is your highest educational achievement?

Do you possess a valid State of Florida driver license?

Required Question

Salary : $42,883 - $55,748