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Plant Operator Trainee

Town of Davie
Town of Davie Salary
Fort Lauderdale, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/24/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/7/2025

Salary : $42,036.80 Annually

Location : Davie, FL

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 23-145

Department : Water and Sewer Services

Opening Date : 09 / 17 / 2023

Closing Date : Continuous

Description

SEE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS SECTION FOR BENEFITS AND INCENTIVES

Under direct supervision, performs skilled and semi-skilled technical work while being trained in the operation of a water or sewer treatment plant. Is responsible for learning the duties involved in plant operation, necessary laboratory analysis, established procedures, and routine maintenance and servicing of equipment and machinery under the guidance of a Plant Operator I or II. Reports to Superintendent of Operations

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

Education & Experience :

Required

  • Graduation from high school or vocational school and two (2) or more months of experience in the operation of electrical and mechanical machinery similar to that in a water and sewer treatment plant, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.

Certifications & License :

Required :

  • Possession of a driver's license required with an acceptable driving record.
  • Driver's license must not have been suspended within five (5) years of the date of this application (Not Insurance related).
  • Ability to obtain a Class "C" water or wastewater plant operators license from the Florida Department of Professional Regulation within 18 months of employment.
  • Preferred :

  • A valid Class "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with an air brake endorsement as issued by the State of Florida.
  • Special Requirements

    Current Incentives / Benefits :

  • Incentive : $100 / pay period
  • Additional incentives
  • 1000 - paid out in December 2024 (prorated based on hire date)

  • 1000 - paid out in June 2025 (prorated based on hire date)
  • Health Insurance
  • 100% paid by the Town for single coverage, 50% paid by the Town for dependents.

  • Leave :
  • Holidays - 13 days per year.

  • Sick Leave - 3.69 hours accrued per pay period
  • Vacation Leave - Accrue 2 weeks per year, accrual rate increases every 5 years (capped at 4 weeks after 10 years of service).
  • Birthday Leave - 1 day per year after successfully passing probation
  • Quality Service - 1 day per year after successfully passing probation and other conditions.
  • Wellness Days - 2 days per year after successfully passing probation.
  • Pension / Retirement
  • Town Sponsored Pension - mandatory 3% contributions per pay period.

  • 457 Deferred Compensation Plan - Employee is entitled to make voluntary contributions through the payroll to the Town sponsored 457 deferred compensation plan only.
  • Uniforms : Provided by the Department.
  • Supplemental Information

  • The selection process will include successfully meeting the minimum requirements of each of the following : an oral assessment, background investigation and a medical examination which includes a drug screening test and physical examination.
  • If selected to move forward in the hiring process, you will be required to submit your lifetime driving history.
  • All fields must be completed. Putting see resume on the application will not suffice.
  • Incomplete applications will not be considered.

  • For assistance with your online applicant account, use the online Help Guide or contact the Applicants Support Line at 855-524-5627 or Email : . Applicant Support is available between 9 : 00 a.m. and 8 : 00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday. For other inquiries, please contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.
  • The policy of the Town of Davie is to provide equal opportunity to all of our employees and applicants for employment. The Town of Davie has a policy that requires employees hired on or after January 4, 2016 to be a non-user of tobacco products six (6) months prior to their employment with the Town as well as commit to non-usage during their employment. Candidates for employment who are impacted by the Town of Davie's Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after six (6) months.
  • APPLICATION ASSISTANCE / INFORMATION :

  • Incomplete fields : all fields must be completed, putting see resume on the application will not suffice. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
  • Required documentation : copies of any certifications, licenses or competencies from an accredited institution must be submitted with your application by closing date of posting unless otherwise stated.
  • Driving history : to request a copy of your Florida driving history, visit flhsmv.gov
  • Military personnel records : to request your completed military personnel record, go to archives.gov
  • Assistance with online application : for assistance with your online applicant account, use the online Help Guide or contact the Applicants Support Line at 855-524-5627 or Email : support@governmentjobs.com. Applicant Support is available between 9 : 00 a.m. and 8 : 00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday.
  • Additional assistance : for other inquiries, please contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.
  • REGULATIONS / ACCOMMODATIONS

  • EEO Policy : it is the policy of the Town to prohibit discrimination in hiring, promotion, compensation, discharge, and all terms and conditions of employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, gender identity(inclusive of a person's actual or perceived sex, and includes self-image, appearance behavior or expression, whether or not different from that traditionally associated with legal sex assigned to the person at birth), marital status, military status, political affiliation, genetic information, sexual orientation, or retaliation for reporting same.
  • Tobacco Policy : the Town of Davie has a policy that requires employees hired on or after January 4, 2016 to be a non-user of tobacco products six (6) months prior to their employment with the Town as well as commit to non-usage during their employment. Candidates for employment who are impacted by the Town of Davie's Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after six (6) months.
  • Reasonable Accommodations : applicants requesting reasonable accommodation during the job application process may contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.
  • E-Verify : the Town of Davie participates in E-Verify. Federal Law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. For more information on E-Verify, please contact 1-888-897-7781.
  • Veterans' Preference : the Town of Davie will grant Veterans' Preference to eligible veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States in compliance with applicable federal and state laws concerning Veterans' Preference.
  • Non-Classified Benefits

    None Available at this time.

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

    Have you completed a FDEP approved course in Water / Wastewater plant operation?

    Do you possess a Class "C" treatment license in Water / Wastewater treatment with the State of Florida Department of Professional Regulation?

    How many years of treatment plant experience do you possess?

  • No experience
  • 1 year
  • 2 years
  • 3 years
  • 4 years
  • 5 years or more
  • Do you possess any experience in electrical and mechanical machinery, similar to water or wastewater system environment?

    Do you currently possess a valid driver's license?

    Has your drivers' license been suspended within five (5) years of the date of this application (not insurance related)?

    Are you aware that as part of the selection process, you will have to meet the minimum requirements of each of the following : an oral assessment, background investigation, and a medical examination which includes a drug screening test and physical examination?

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

    If you answered "Yes" to the above question, on what date did you last use any tobacco products?

    Are you currently employed with the Town?

    Required Question

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