Water Plant Operator

City of Temple Terrace

STARTING SALARY RANGE W/ "C": $24.90 - $27.39 per hour

POSITION: Water Plant Operator

POSITION NO: 7.116

DEPT: Utilities

SALARY RANGES WITH ADDITIONAL CERTIFICATIONS:

$27.39 - $30.13 per hour w/"B" Certificate (+10% above "C")
$30.13 - $33.14 per hour w/"A" Certificate (+10% above "B")

This is technical work operating and maintaining water treatment plant and auxiliary facilities; operating water pumping and treatment systems safely and efficiently. Employee works in a lead capacity and assists in training the operation and maintenance personnel. Employee is required to work assigned rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays and may be assigned on-call duty.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of principles, practices, methods, and equipment used in water treatment operation and maintenance.
• Working knowledge of water treatment plant facilities, equipment, and operating practices.
• Working knowledge of practices, methods, materials, and tools used in the mechanical trade.
• Skilled in operating and maintaining water treatment plant equipment.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and appropriate safety precautions; ability to promote safety practices.
• Ability to accurately record data; prepare and maintain clear and concise reports.
• Ability to perform routine mechanical and/or electrical repairs; conduct routine laboratory tests; handle chemicals properly and safely.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Proficient in computer applications, including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to perform assigned duties; perform heavy manual work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to lift, carry, pull, push, and maneuver bulky and heavy materials; lift objects up to 75 pounds.
• This is technical work operating and maintaining water treatment plant and auxiliary facilities; operating water pumping and treatment systems safely and efficiently. Employee works in a lead capacity and assists in training the operation and maintenance personnel. Employee is required to work assigned rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays and may be assigned on-call duty.

Training, Certification, and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED, supplemented by course work in water treatment operations theories and principles or wastewater treatment operations.

Special Requirements

• Valid Florida driver's license.
• Possess Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Drinking Water Plant Operator Class "C" Certification; ability to obtain "B" and "A" certifications in accordance with FDEP certification program guidelines.

Estimated Water Plant Operator Total Compensation

CATEGORY

SUBTOTALS

Total Compensation

Annual Salary


$49,795

$68,171

City's Medical Contribution

$10,092

Retirement Plan (401A)


$4,979

Tuition Reimbursement

$3,000

Recreation Center Membership

$305

Copies of required certification(s) must be submitted with the application.

The City of Temple Terrace is a drug-free workplace.

A pre-employment drug screen, criminal history background investigation, and a driver's license verification may be conducted.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE EMPLOYER

POSTING DATE: September 8, 2026

CLOSING DATE: Continuously Recruiting.

To apply for this position, please complete the online job application or download, complete and mail a printed application to the Human Resources Department at 11250 North 56th Street, Temple Terrace, FL 33617.

Employment applications will not be accepted via fax.