Lead Water Treatment Plant Operator

City of Fort Lauderdale • Fl 33309, FL

19h • Onsite

About The Position

Performs advanced-level work in the operation and maintenance of a water treatment plant and related equipment. The operator must possess a current State of Florida Class “B” or higher Water Operator’s License. Operators who obtain a Class “A” License receive $150.00 biweekly as certification incentive pay, and reimbursement is provided for successful completion of coursework necessary to obtain the license. This open-competitive posting is considered a simultaneous internal and external posting and is open to City employees and external applicants.

Requirements

• High school diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent.
• Three or more years of experience operating a water treatment plant.
• Current State of Florida Class “B” or higher Water Operator’s License, compliant with the Florida Administrative Code and its revisions.
• Proficiency in SCADA, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word.
• Ability to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency when required, and to be available for assigned shifts.
• Ability to climb stairs, lift 50 pounds, work in dusty areas, bend, shovel lime waste, and stand for long periods.

Nice To Haves

• A Class “A” Water Operator’s License; the posting offers certification incentive pay and reimbursement for successful completion of required coursework.

Responsibilities

• Leads and trains subordinate operational and maintenance staff, advising and instructing them on methods and techniques to improve efficiency.
• Monitors, controls, and troubleshoots water treatment facility operations.
• Submits draft revisions to procedures to address regulatory changes, new chemicals, and new equipment.
• Maintains facility logs and worksheets or computer records of personnel on duty, conditions, changes, access, emergencies, and other notable issues.
• Prepares or updates data logs and drafts regulatory and compliance reports.
• Performs laboratory tests on processed water at predetermined points, including clear well and finished water.
• Adjusts chemicals based on water conditions and equipment specifications or conditions.
• Inspects chemical rooms and process areas for abnormalities.
• Maintains chemical inventory, including ordering, tracking, receiving, and documenting chemicals.
• Tests, monitors, records, evaluates, troubleshoots, and adjusts the plant emergency generator and auxiliary equipment.
• Assists contractors and consultants with specific tasks.
• Assists in preparing standard operating procedures.
• Oversees plant operations to maintain compliance.
• Ensures compliance with safety regulations, standard operating procedures, and Federal, State, and County regulations.
• Keeps current with new and revised regulatory documents, including the Florida Administrative Code, and recommends changes to the supervisor.
• Reviews historical documents, plans, archival files, the World Wide Web, drawings, and specifications concerning plant performance, compliance, equipment, and processes.
• Performs related work as required.

Benefits

• $150.00 biweekly certification incentive pay for obtaining a Class “A” License.
• Reimbursement for successful completion of coursework necessary to obtain a Class “A” License.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED