Plant Operator I - Water/Wastewater

Salary : $50,668.80 Annually
Location : Davie, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 25-076
Department: Utilities
Opening Date: 03/18/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Hours of Work: Hours vary. Must be available to work nights, weekends and holidays.


Description

SEE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS SECTION FOR BENEFITS AND INCENTIVES

Under general supervision, performs responsible technical work in the operation of a water or sewer treatment plant on and assigned shift. Is responsible for performing plant operation and maintenance duties in a responsible and professional manner consistent with standard operating practices in order to meet State and Federal standards and rules to protect the public health and environment. Reports to Superintendent.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• On an assigned shift, inspects plant equipment and machinery to determine that all machinery is operating properly; takes samples of water or sewage at various stages of the treatment process, performs routine laboratory analyses to determine effectiveness of treatment procedures and records results; on the basis of sample results, adjusts treatment plant equipment, such as chlorinators, lime shakers, flocculators, digesters, sludge collectors, sand filters, chemical feeders, vacuum filters, conveyer systems, screens and related equipment; inspects recording charts and meters, and on the basis of such information, makes adjustments to controls in conformance with operation instructions.
• Performs preventative maintenance and, as necessary, makes minor repairs and adjustments on equipment; takes hourly reading and records them on log sheets.
• Performs physical tests which include turbidity, color, odor, taste and temperature; chemical tests which include pH, alkalinity, carbon dioxide, hardness, metal content and residual chlorine fluoride; and other tests which include bacteriological count such as chloroform bacteria, plate count, etc.
• Assists in maintaining sufficient supplies of chemicals to include chlorine, aluminum, Calgon, lime carbon, sodium chloride and various other chemicals.
• Assists in instructing new employees in work methods and procedures; determines the need for special attention to operating or maintenance requirements and makes recommendations to superiors.
• Checks for leaks in chlorine tanks and ammonia tanks.
• Performs minor calibrations of complex equipment.
• Answers calls from the public for emergency repair work or re-connection of service; dispatches personnel and/or performs tests; responds to public through written reports of findings or telephone calls.
• Monitors control panel charts and pressure gages.
• Keeps plant records and periodic summary reports of operations; maintains an operation and maintenance log for the treatment plants.
• Reports immediately, in person or via telephone, any serious plant breakdown or condition causing or likely to cause serious, inefficient or unsafe treatment plant operation or discharge of water or wastewater in a manner not authorized by the applicable regulatory agencies.
• Submits complete, accurate reports relative to treatment plant operation, sampling and laboratory analysis on a daily basis.

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

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Graduation from High School or Vocational School.
• One (1) or more years of experience in the operation of electrical and mechanical machinery similar to that in a water and sewer treatment plant.
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSE REQUIRED:

• Possession of a Class "C" water or wastewater plant operators license from the Florida Department of Professional Regulation.
• Must obtain and maintain as a condition of continued employment a second (dual) Class "C" License (in Water or Waste-water) within thirty-six (36) months of employment.
• Possession of a valid driver's license 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).
• May be required to possess a valid Class "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with an air brake endorsement as issued by the State of Florida and must have a good driving history.

Essential Functions

Benefits:

• 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.

PLEASE READ THE BELOW IMPORTANT INFORMATION

APPLICATION ASSISTANCE/INFORMATION:

• Licenses/Certifications : If a positon requires a license and/or certification, it is the responsibility of the candidate to obtain and maintain them as a condition and continuation of employment.
• Foreign Credentials (Degrees, Diplomas and/or Transcripts : Original credential evaluation reports showing the United States equivalency for academic credentials earned in other countries must be provided. Click the following link for a list of credentialed agencies:
• Status Updates/Communication: please ensure your email address is valid and you continuously check this account for any status updates from the Department.
• 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.
• Military personnel records : to request your completed military personnel record, go to archives.gov
• E-Verify : Candidates will be required to verify employment by submitting acceptable documents as evidence of identity and employment authorization.
• Assistance with online application : for assistance with your online applicant account, use the online Help Guide or contact the Applicants Support Line at View phone number on click.appcast.io or Email: View email address on click.appcast.io. 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io.

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 View phone number on click.appcast.io.
• 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io.
• 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. Eligible applicants must submit a DD-214 Member 4 form and
• Essential Employees : Employees may be required to work during emergency events/situations as determined by supervisor.

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,
01


Please indicate which is the highest level of education you have completed.

• High School or GED
• Vocational School
• Associates Degree or Equivalent
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or Above

02


Do you possess one (1) or more years of experience in the operation of electrical and mechanical machinery similar to that in a water and sewer treatment plant?

• Yes
• No

03


Do you possess a Class "C" water plant operator's license from the Florida Department of Professional Regulation?

• Yes
• No

04


Do you possess a Class "C" wastewater plant operator's license from the Florida Department of Professional Regulation?

• Yes
• No

05


Do you currently possess a valid Class "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with an air brake endorsement as issued by the State of Florida?

• Yes
• No

06


Do you currently possess a valid Class "E" Florida Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

07


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

• Yes
• No

08


Are you a current Town of Davie employee?

• Yes
• No

09


Are you aware that 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.

• Yes
• No

10


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

• Yes
• No

11


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