Chief Operator - Water Division

Salary : $76,560.00 - $90,844.00 Annually

Location : Davie, FL

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 24-109

Department : Water and Sewer Services

Opening Date : 12 / 18 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

Description

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This is an exempt position, which is responsible for twenty-four hour technical and supervisory work in the operation and maintenance of a water treatment plant(s). Oversees the administrative, technical and supervisory work in the management and daily operation of the Water Treatment Plants and laboratory. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Utilities Director, Operations Manager or designee. This is an essential position, the employee is required to work extended hours during and after any declared emergencies.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

• Provides technical support and guidance in the work activities of treatment plant personnel.
• Interprets operating data and institutes minor modifications in operation procedures to assure continuous and efficient treatment; in the event of emergencies, places into effect the established corrective procedures to restore operating conditions; and distributes, interprets, and ensures compliance with policies and informs supervisor in the appropriately.
• Directs and makes operational adjustments to various laboratory and / or treatment process equipment; supervises the performance of general maintenance, as well as routine mechanical and electrical repair of equipment.
• Reviews the maintenance of a daily log of the operations of the plants, and directs requisitions, personnel, material, equipment, and tools for proper plant operations.
• Plan, allocate, schedule and conduct site inspection for construction and maintenance activities on the treatment plant / s to ensure compliance with State regulations.
• Ensures compliance with safety procedures and supervises the inspections of buildings, grounds, and equipment for conformance to permit requirements, safety standards, and security requirements.
• Maintains a complete set of records of chemicals used and water treated.
• Maintains a complete set of records of plant treatment, plant maintenance and repairs, plant upgrades, etc.
• Produces and signs monthly operating reports as well as required bacteriological and chemical reports for compliance and submittal to regulatory agencies.
• Assists the Operations and Compliance Managers in managing ongoing program development as mandated by the regulatory agencies.
• Develops and updates Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the plant treatment systems; coordinates training of plant staff relative to SOPs, safety, and other required Town training.
• Assists the department in determining the nature of needed improvements; assists in preparation of annual operations, capital replacement and improvement budgets. Monitors budgets and makes recommendations for amendments accordingly; assist in procurement requests.
• Responsible for the preparation of performance evaluations, promotions, demotions, disciplinary actions, and employee work schedules.
• Reviews the work of subordinates for completeness and accuracy.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions.
• Participates in new worker orientation; provides training and instruction to plant personnel.
• Evaluates and makes recommendations as appropriate.
• Assists in duties and responsibilities of the Operations Manager in such absence.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• This is an essential position; the employee is required to work extended hours during and after any declared emergencies.

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Minimum Requirements (Must meet by the closing date of the posting unless otherwise stated)

REQUIRED :

Preferred Requirements :

Special Requirements

Current Incentives / Benefits :

1000 - paid out in December 2024 (prorated based on hire date)

100% paid by the Town for single coverage, 50% paid by the Town for dependents.

Holidays - 13 days per year.

Town Sponsored Pension - mandatory 3% contributions per pay period.

Supplemental Information

APPLICATION ASSISTANCE / INFORMATION :

REGULATIONS / ACCOMMODATIONS

The Town of Davie offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, life, and long term disability insurance.

For a more detailed overview of our benefits package,

Are you a High School graduate from an accredited High School or possess a GED?

Do you currently possess a Class "A" treatment license in water or wastewater treatment with the State of Florida Department of Professional Regulation?

If you selected "Yes" to the question above, please write down your license number. If you do not possess a Class "A" Treatment license in Water Treatment, please mark "N / A".

Do you currently possess a minimum of five (5) years experience as a Plant Operator (operating and maintaining treatment plants)?

If you answered "Yes" to the question above, please describe your experience. If you do not have experience, please mark "N / A".

Do you currently possess a valid Class "B" (or higher) Commercial Driver License (CDL) issued by the State of Florida?

If you do not posses a Class "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL), are you able to obtain it within 12 months of employement?

Have you had a suspended and / or revoked driver's license within the past sixty (60) months (not insurance related)?

Have you completed a Supervisory Management of Water and Wastewater Course approved by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection?

If you selected "Yes" to the question above, please list the name of the vendor, course, and completion date. If you have not completed a Supervisory Management of Water and Wastewater Course approved by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, please mark "N / A".

Do you have two (2) years of membrane experience?

Do you possess the Southeast Desalting Association (SEDA) certification in Membrane Technology?

If you do not possess the Southeast Desalting Association (SEDA) certification in Membrane Technology, do you have the ability to obtain within one (1) year of employment?

Have you previously submitted an application for employment with the Town of Davie?

Have you used any tobacco products within the past six (6) months including nicotine and E-Cigarettes?

If you selected "Yes" to the question above please list the last date you used tobacco products.

Required Question

Salary : $76,560 - $90,844