Lead Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

City of Clearwater, FL • Belleair, FL

74d • $68,487

About The Position

Under limited direction, the Lead Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator will be responsible for the wastewater treatment process during a shift and ensure the smooth operation of all segments of the wastewater treatment facility.

Requirements

• A valid State driver's license is required.
• Florida Department of Environmental Protection Class 'B' (or higher) Wastewater Treatment Operator license is required.
• Obtain & maintain Florida Department of Environmental Protection Class 'A' Wastewater Treatment Operator license within two (2) years or when the next course is locally offered from the date of hire.
• High School Diploma, High School Equivalency Diploma, G.E.D. Certificate supplemented by courses in wastewater treatment technology, personnel supervision, bacteriology, microbiology, general science and chemistry and four (4) years of experience working in a wastewater facility of the complexity and size of those operated by Public Utilities with one (1) year of experience supervising wastewater plant operations personnel is preferred; OR Associate's Degree in Environmental Science supplemented by courses in wastewater treatment technology, personnel supervision, bacteriology, microbiology, general science and chemistry and three (3) years of experience with one (1) year of experience supervising water plant operations personnel is preferred; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Direct the work of other staff by scheduling, assigning, and reviewing work, providing training and counseling to include assisting with training of personnel in emergency response plans and safety programs in conformance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Delegates daily the operation and compliance activities within the plant to shift operators.
• Verifies standard operating procedures are being followed at the plant level.
• Monitors and reports the activities of contractors.
• Orders, schedules, and directs subordinates to collect compliance samples; verifies proper sample collection and delivery.
• Monitor the levels of critical chemicals and the ordering process.
• Orders routine supplies through established vendor agreements (BPO's).
• Assists and directs mechanics and instrument techs in the repairs and installation of equipment.
• Initiate work requests for other divisions and departments.
• Collects, organizes, trends, and evaluates wastewater operational data and makes operational adjustments.
• Oversees and/or performs inspections of facility equipment and machinery to determine that all systems are operating properly; oversees and/or performs routine and non-routine adjustments to controls in conformance with operating instructions, Florida Administrative Code, and prescribed standards.
• Operates, calibrates, and maintains all department equipment, vehicles, and test equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Maintains current knowledge of Florida Administrative Code and regulatory requirements.
• Researches and responds to information requests in conformance with department procedures.
• Performs laboratory analysis on collected samples, interprets test results, and makes routine process changes following established guidelines.
• Supervises the delivery of wastewater treatment chemicals.
• Accepts documentation from chemical delivery drivers, signs to verify amounts of delivered for payment, and submits the tickets to the Chief Plant Operator or Accounting Technician for payment.
• Uses appropriate personal protective equipment and follows safety data sheets recommendations for handling toxic, corrosive, and flammable materials.
• May establish and implement operating protocols for one or more wastewater treatment facilities which includes reclaimed water systems according to local, state, and federal regulations to ensure permit compliance.
• Assists and advises operators at all levels in the resolution of difficult process problems.
• Works closely with environmental laboratory personnel to develop and implement sampling and testing procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Coordinates with maintenance and reclaimed water to ensure uninterrupted service to all reclaimed water customers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• ENTRY SALARY: $68,487.90
• POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees