Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator - Florida Class C

Job Description

Job Description

Woodard & Curran is an employee-owned engineering, science, and operations firm dedicated to clean water, a safe environment, healthy communities, and happy people. We foster an inclusive, collaborative culture that supports professional growth, flexibility, and meaningful work, empowering our employees to make a lasting impact on our clients, communities, and the planet.

What will you be doing at Woodard & Curran?

As a Water/Wastewater Operator, you’ll play an important role in the daily operation and maintenance of five Water and two Wastewater Treatment Facilities, working under the direction of the Project Manager and Chief Operator.

If you enjoy working outdoors, protecting one of nature’s most precious resources, water, and want an opportunity to grow your career in the utility field, this could be a great fit. Woodard & Curran is dedicated to employee growth and development and wants to help you continue building your career.

Pay

$27–$32 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.

Schedule

• 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
• Sunday–Thursday or Tuesday–Saturday
• Flexibility and extended shifts may be required to meet the seasonal demands of the water system.
• Reliable and dependable attendance is an essential function of the position.
• Availability for standby duty and the ability to participate in the on-call rotation, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Response to emergency events and alarm call-outs is required as scheduled and needed.

Additional Incentives

• $200 on-call incentive for each week you are on call as part of the rotation.
• Minimum of 2 hours of paid time for each call-out received while on call.
• Annual project bonuses are awarded each year.
• Annual safety bonuses are awarded each year.

• Monitor water/wastewater treatment plant processes and equipment both manually and via SCADA automation, adjusting as necessary to control their operation.
• Perform water quality sampling, testing, and analysis to determine compliance with federal, state, and EPA standards.
• Operate, maintain, control, and perform routine repair of plant equipment, including preventive maintenance duties.
• Utilize software programs for maintenance work orders and maintain all necessary records.
• Perform general maintenance duties of the plant and other assigned duties.

• High School Degree or Equivalent.
• Valid Florida Driver's License required.
• Must possess a valid State of Florida Class "C" Drinking Water and/or Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator's License.
• Dual certification in Water and Wastewater will be an added benefit for qualifications.
• Ability to make sound decisions in process control and follow instructions, as well as follow safety procedures.
• Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check, pre-placement physical, and drug screen before employment.

Depending on qualifications and experience.

Woodard & Curran offers a comprehensive benefits package. For more information about our benefits & workplace policies visit Benefit & Policy Information - Woodard & Curran.

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Equal Employment Opportunity & Accessibility: Woodard & Curran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to non-discrimination and make employment decisions based on job-related factors. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact Beth Sweitzer.

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