CHIEF WASTEWATER PLANT OPERATOR

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

The purpose of this position is to provide effective and efficient operations of the Wastewater Treatment Plant and associated lift stations ensuring that all State and Federal regulations are met. Performs a variety of supervisory duties and evaluates and maintains required files and records and prepares various reports as required. This job works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings. Covers shifts when required to maintain permit compliance.

Essential Functions:

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.
• Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.
• Directs the daily operations of the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
• Ensures that public health and the environment are adequately protected.
• Verifies that discharges to waters meet permit limitations on the quality of the discharge.
• Within span of control, verifies that wastewater overflows are prevented to the highest practical degree.
• Ensures that any sewage spills or overflows are urgently addressed, investigated, repaired, and reported according to approved procedures.
• Works and directs staff during storm events and declared emergencies.
• After-hours facility monitoring callouts during call duty.
• Prepares required State and Federal reports, correspondence, etc., including NPDES and FDEP regulatory reports, charts, logs and maintenance sheets.
• Coordinates outside contracts and services pertinent to plant operations.
• Assists in the preparation of construction and maintenance cost estimates, and related specifications.
• Performs construction review and contract administration as assigned.
• Maintains plant security.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires an Associate's degree, vocational technical degree or specialized training that is equivalent to satisfactory completion of two years of college education.
• Six years of wastewater plant operations to include supervisory or related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Special Certifications and Licenses:

• Must possess and maintain a valid state commercial driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
• Wastewater Operations A License.

Physical Demands: Group B

• Performs heavy work that may involve constantly lifting, shoveling, and carrying 50 to 75 pounds on a regular and recurring basis and exerting 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment):

• frequent exposure to:
  • Bright/dim light; Dusts and pollen.
  • Extreme heat and/or cold; Wet or humid conditions.
  • Extreme noise levels, Animals/wildlife.
  • Vibration; Fumes and/or noxious odors.
  • Slippery and uneven surfaces
  • Heights and climbing
  • Traffic; Moving machinery.
  • Electrical shock; Heights.
  • Radiation; Disease/pathogens.

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance

The City of Tarpon Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Standard Clauses

May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of the City. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Essential Safety Functions

It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures, and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses. Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed, and employees are properly trained.

The City of Tarpon Springs, Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment and treated without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, age, pregnancy, marital status or veteran status (except if eligible for Veteran's Preference) and all other protected characteristics. Drug Free Workplace