Lead Wastewater Plant Operator "A", "B", or "C"

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

Medical and Dental Insurance at NO cost for the Employee!

Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability at NO cost for the Employee!

Vision Coverage

Vacation & Sick Accruals available after 30 days

Defined Contribution Retirement Plan with a 9% City contribution

13 Paid Holidays!

Under limited supervision, assists the Chief Wastewater Plant Operator in overseeing the effective and efficient operations of the Wastewater Treatment Plant, ensuring that all State and Federal regulations are met. Performs a variety of supervisory duties and evaluates and maintains required files and records and prepares various reports as required.

Examples of Duties

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists the Chief Plant Operator in overseeing the Wastewater Plant operations.
• Ensures that all directives of the Superintendent are carried out effectively and efficiently.
• Ensures that established operations protocol is adhered to by all plant personnel.
• Performs duties of the Chief Wastewater Plant Operator in their absence.
• Performs a variety of supervisory duties with the guidance of the Chief Wastewater Plant Operator including coordinating activities, instructing, scheduling, assigning, reviewing, planning work of others, maintaining standards, overseeing trouble-shooting and maintenance procedures, ensuring proper safety practices and precautions, allocating personnel, acting on employee problems, selecting new employees, recommending transfers, promotions, disciplinary actions, discharges and salary increases
• Performs a variety of clerical/bookkeeping duties such as processing plant data through computer, evaluating and maintaining files on all personnel actions pertaining to the Treatment Plant and preparing required State and Federal reports, correspondence, etc. Records and reports prepared and/or processed include NPDES and FDEP regulatory reports; various charts, logs and maintenance sheets, various personnel records, budget report, receiving reports, lab reports, sludge reports, biomonitoring report and industrial report.
• Coordinates outside contracts and services pertinent to plant operations.
• Utilizes various types of machinery and equipment including computer, motors, pumps, blowers, sludge dewatering, testing equipment, lag supplies and general office supplies, computers and handheld devices, and other wastewater treatment systems.
• Works for growth and advancement within the profession through assisting with an active apprenticeship program, mentoring less experienced staff, encouraging participation in professional associations and training/licensing programs.
• Required to emulate a working environment conducive to positive morale, individual style, quality, creativity, and teamwork.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Typical Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS (minimum and preferred): High School Diploma or GED Equivalency required. Vocational education and training in the wastewater field required. EXPERIENCE Five years of experience in actual plant operations required. LICENSURE Valid Florida Driver's License required. Florida Class "A" Wastewater Treatment Operators License required. Wastewater operations courses ("C","B", and "A") required. ADMINISTRATIVE SKILLS Input data into computer programs, answer telephone, balance figures, compile statistics, maintains filing systems, maintain logs, proofread documents and research general information. Use of personal computer/CRT. Able to work various equipment: calculator, fax and photocopier. Utilizes computers and handheld devices.

Supplemental Information

Starting Wages

"A" License $64,810 - $72,800 DOQ

"B" License $53,319 - $66,560 DOQ

"C" License $48,362 - $60,320 DOQ

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Group B

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

• Performs light to medium work that involves walking or standing virtually all of the time and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or considerable skill, adeptness and speed in the use of the fingers, hands or limbs in tasks involving close tolerances or limits of accuracy.

UNAVOIDABLE HAZARDS (WORK ENVIRONMENT):

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

• Involves routine and frequent exposure to:
  • Bright/dim light; Dusts and pollen.
  • Extreme heat and/or cold; Wet or humid conditions.
  • Extreme noise levels, animals, wildlife
  • Vibration, Fumes, Noxious Odors
  • Traffic, Moving Machinery
  • Electrical Shock, Heights

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE

The City of Tarpon Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

STANDARD CLAUSES

May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of the City.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

ESSENTIAL SAFETY FUNCTIONS

It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures, and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.

Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed, and employees are properly trained.

Vacancy Shift: Day Shift 5am-3pm Vacancy Shift: Night Shift 3pm-1am This recruitment has 2 vacancies

The City of Tarpon Springs, Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment and treated without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, age, pregnancy, marital status or veteran status (except if eligible for Veteran's Preference) and all other protected characteristics. Drug Free Workplace