Wastewater Operator - Licensed (East Water Reclamation Facility)

Wastewater Treatment Plant OperatorSalary Range:Operator C - Starting at $25.82 per hourOperator B - Starting at $28.45 per hourOperator A - Starting at $30.55 per hourNature of Work:Performs entry-level technical or specialized work in the operation, maintenance, and repair of the wastewater treatment plant and its processes. Responsible for technical aspects of plant operations, compliance with state and federal operating regulations, and underground sewer system. Work is performed under close supervision with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.Duties and Responsibilities:Controls pumps, valves, and other processing equipment to treat wastewaterReads, interprets, and adjusts meters and gauges to make sure plant equipment and processes are working properlyOperates chemical feeding devicesPerforms sampling, monitoring, and testing required to maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations governing the wastewater treatment process and sludge management; adjusts chemical levels if necessaryPerforms the installation, maintenance and repair of the physical plant and pump stations and all of their componentsOperates computers to monitor equipment, schedule and record maintenance activities, and produce reportsMaintains open communications with the Chief Operator regarding the treatment process and pump stations operation and malfunctions; makes recommendations for repairs and improvements to these systemsPrepares and submits reports as directedMaintains the physical appearance of the plant by painting, weeding, mowing, etc.Monitors alarmsPerforms all work in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulationsSafeguards all assigned tools, equipment, electronics from theft, loss, destruction and/or negligenceAttends weekly safety meetingsKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of theories, principles, and practices of wastewater production and treatmentKnowledge of laboratory procedures in order to conduct testsKnowledge of state and federal rules governing wastewater discharges and worker's safetyKnowledge of mechanical and electrical systems to perform corrective maintenanceKnowledge of standard procedures for chemical treatment and disinfectingKnowledge of safety practices appropriate for dealing with occupational and health hazards encountered in wastewater production and treatment environmentSkill in diagnosing and correcting equipment malfunctionSkill in basic machinery preventive maintenance and repairSkill in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problemsSkill in using mathematics to solve problemsAbility to perform daily checks of the wastewater treatment process and periodic checks of pump stationsAbility to apply data to formulas of treatment requirements, flow levels, and concentration levelsAbility to utilize computer for monitoring telemetry system, alarms, and maintenance management programAbility to clearly communicate and understand information, both orally and in writingAbility to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of workRegularly attend work and arrive punctually for designated work scheduleOther duties as assignedEducation and Experience:High school diploma or equivalent; supplemented by two or more years' of progressively responsible experience in operating a wastewater treatment plant; or an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experienceLicenses and/or Certifications:Florida driver licenseMust Have a Minimum of a State of Florida Class "C" Wastewater Plant Operator's license