Come and be a part of the Public Utilities Department as a Water Treatment Operator. In this role, you collect, record, and interpret data to ensure that the water is safe, clean, and always available for the community to use. If you have a passion to serve your community by helping to ensure that our distribution system works efficiently then come and apply today!

Job Description:

Collect, record, and interpret data for completion and utilization of operation and maintenance records
Collect samples and perform chemical analyses
Perform daily operations of pumps, motors, valves, and other treatment plant equipment as directed so that the plant will operate within the parameters of this operating permit and specific rules established by the applicable regulatory agencies
Respond to emergency operational requirements as needed
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on pumps, motors, valves, and other treatment plant equipment
Perform housekeeping and grounds maintenance

Work Schedule:

40-hours a week
Set rotating shift
Sunday - Saturday
7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

About You

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

Physical Demands:

Must occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds
Must be fit tested for a respirator. For more information on this requirement, please visit: https://blogs.cdc.gov/niosh-science-blog/2017/11/02/noshave/.
Frequent exposure to outdoor elements, including heat, rain, insects, snakes, and other wildlife

Subject to Passing Substance Screening: This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment in any class for a period of five (5) years.

*Must wear Uniforms and Safety Shoes.

About Everything Else

Treatment Plant Operator C:

Starting Pay: $24.91 (Step 1)

Potential higher pay (steps) for those with multiple years of experience.

Treatment Plant Operator B:

Starting Pay: $26.13(Step 1)

Potential higher pay (steps) for those with multiple years of experience.

Treatment Plant Operator A:

Starting Pay: $27.45 (Step 1)

Potential higher pay (steps) for those with multiple years of experience.

Trainee Pay Rate:

Starting Pay: $22.42 (10% Less than the minimum when in Trainee Status)

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