WW Treatment Plant Operator

Responsible for performing a variety of semi-skilled and skilled technical and maintenance work in the operation, maintenance and repair of water or wastewater treatment facilities and systems. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Water Systems and/or Wastewater Systems Supervisor as assigned by the Utilities Director. Monitors the performance of all equipment, gauges, levels, and charts in the treatment plant and pump stations. Records statistical data concerning plant operations; Maintains, operates, repairs, and replaces equipment as necessary. Charts lab test results for trend analysis and maintains accurate records of analyses and test results; evaluates data and writes reports as required. Read meters, collect and identify samples, test samples, and record all pertinent data for M.O.R. and D.M.R as required in accordance with local, state, and federal requirements. Operates, maintains, and repairs malfunctions at the water/wastewater treatment plant. Repairs gauges, pumps, filters and other controls and equipment. Performs quality control tests on lab equipment and lab analyses; evaluates procedures and results for accuracy and determines appropriate methods. Assures that plant operates within required D.E.P. standards. Trains lesser skilled personal in all treatment plants operations including lab methods and procedures to assure accuracy of test results. Operates and maintains water and sewage pump stations; operates pumps and valves to control treatment process. Maintains the drawings and schematics of as-builts and other systems in the treatment plant. Monitors performance of electrical systems, circuits or equipment of the treatment plant. Inspects mechanical failures and schedules work orders. May be required to work weekends, various shift work, or Holidays. Ability to maintain accurate and timely records including daily employee worksheets. Performs building and ground maintenance as assigned. Sign daily logbooks on assigned Treatment Plant Facilities. Ability to operate and cover more than one Treatment Plant on any given day. Ability to supervise and complete work assignments utilizing authorized Inmate labor. Participates in emergency response programs. Participates in scheduled on-call standby and after-hours programs as assigned. Serves on various employee or other committees as assigned. Performs other duties as required. Performs other job-related duties as required. Working knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, methods and procedures used in water and wastewater treatment plant maintenance and operation activities. Working knowledge of laboratory procedures and practices. Skilled in operation of tools and equipment. Ability to perform process control calculations. Ability to work under minimum supervision. Ability to work safely. Knowledge of safety and health precautions for handling Hazardous Chemicals and Fluids. Ability to give direction and train others. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Ability to understand, follow and carry out oral and written instructions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, subordinates, and County officials. Ability to perform physical strenuous work in adverse weather environments. Ability to work emergency situations as required. Ability to use a personal computer. Ability to use sound judgment in detecting and correcting unusual conditions or recommending repair scheduling. Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions required in the workplace. High school diploma or equivalent; three (3) years’ experience operating a Water and/or Wastewater Treatment Facility. Special Qualifications: Must currently possess a State of Florida Driver’s License or be willing to obtain one within three (3) calendar months of County employment. Must currently possess a Florida Department of Environmental Protection Class “C” Water or Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator License. #J-18808-Ljbffr DeSoto Board of County Commissioners (FL)