Water Treatment Plant Operator Trainee

Job Title

Water Purification Plant Operator Trainee

Minimum Training & Experience

Graduation from high school. Some work experience involving operation of mechanical or electrical equipment preferred. Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License and have and maintain an acceptable, safe driving record.

Special Requirements

Must obtain level C certification as a water plant operator from the State of Florida Department of Environmental Regulations within 24 months of assignment to the position. The trainee must apply for the first available examination in which they meet the time in grade, as required by the Department of Environmental Regulations. The trainee will be afforded the opportunity to take the examination twice. The 24-month requirement will be extended, if necessary, to allow the trainee two (2) opportunities to sit for the examination.

Emergency Declaration Status

Code 1: Essential Employees may be required to work during an undeclared emergency and/or declared emergency. On an incident by incident basis, the employee's Department Head will make the determination as to who will be required to work.

General Statement Of Job

Under close supervision, performs technical work in the operation of the water purification ensuring that it operates within applicable regulations. Work involves performing, or assisting in performing, preventive maintenance and repair of water purification equipment. Work also involves reading various gauges and meters, collecting lab samples, and performing, or assisting in performing, required analysis and tests, which are recorded on charts and graphs, and learning how to inspect the plant for efficient operation of equipment. Works with certified operators in making decisions and coordinating the proper operation of equipment. Employee must exercise tact and courtesy in frequent contact with plant personnel and is responsible for performing general maintenance tasks including general cleaning of the plant and maintaining the immediate grounds. Reports to the Chief Operator of the water purification plant, as assigned.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions

Trains in the monitoring and maintenance of the proper surveillance of all water purification processes, equipment, and controls to ensure efficient operation of the plant and compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws, ordinances and regulations.

Maintains and performs minor repair work on pumps and other equipment as necessary; ensures proper positioning of controls and the proper operation of equipment; maintains inspection, activity and equipment records.

Collects water samples at various stages of the treatment process and delivers to the laboratory.

Trains in learning to adjust equipment to regulate flow rates or modify treatment process in accordance with need determined by observations and tests.

Assists in or performs preventive maintenance and minor repair of plant equipment, including the lubrication of motors and pumps.

Advises supervisor of general plant operations and any non-compliance situations.

Maintains general cleanliness of the plant and performs various grounds keeping tasks such as mowing grass, weeding, and edging.

May be assigned to shift work. May be required to work weekends and holidays. May be assigned to either the water or wastewater plant. May be required to respond to after hour call.

Additional Job Functions

Performs other related work as required.

The listed duties are only illustrative and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed by this job class. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.

Benefits

Health Insurance: Health care plan options include HDHP, OAPIN and OAP through Cigna. Dental Insurance: Dental coverage is offered in three plans that include DHMO & PPO High/Low plans. Vision Insurance: Vision coverage includes an annual eye exam, frames and lenses or contact lenses in lieu of eyeglasses. Life Insurance: The City of Palm Bay provides each employee with life insurance in the amount of one time their annual base salary at no cost. Additional coverage is available at the employee's cost up to the Guaranteed Issue amount of $250,000. Dependent/Spouse Life Insurance: The City of Palm Bay provides each employee with dependent/spouse life insurance in the amount of $5,000 per dependent at no cost. Additional coverage is available at the employee's cost. Short Term Disability: Coverage pays 66 2/3% of employee's annual base salary during a short-term disability period not to exceed 26 weeks. Long Term Disability: Coverage pays 66 2/3% of employee's salary at time of disability after a 180 consecutive day waiting period. Defined Contribution Retirement Plan: City contributes a base of 3%. Employees may contribute up to 6% and the City will match the employees contribution. Holidays: 11 holidays, 1 birthday holiday and 1 anniversary holiday. Paid Leave: Accrue 96 hours of vacation per year, accrued hours increase after 5 years of service based on years of service. Accrue 96 hours of sick leave per year. Tuition Reimbursement: Upon completion of the initial probationary period, employees are eligible for tuition and book reimbursement for college level courses for Associate's, Bachelor's and Master's Degrees. (Currently frozen due to budget)