Plant Operator I - Water/Wastewater

Town of Davie, FL • Davie, FL

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About The Position

Under general supervision, performs responsible technical work in the operation of a water or sewer treatment plant on an assigned shift. Is responsible for performing plant operation and maintenance duties in a responsible and professional manner consistent with standard operating practices in order to meet State and Federal standards and rules to protect the public health and environment. Reports to Superintendent.

Requirements

• Graduation from High School or Vocational School.
• One (1) or more years of experience in the operation of electrical and mechanical machinery similar to that in a water and sewer treatment plant.
• Possession of a Class 'C' water or wastewater plant operators license from the Florida Department of Professional Regulation.
• Must obtain and maintain a second (dual) Class 'C' License (in Water or Waste-water) within thirty-six (36) months of employment.
• Possession of a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Driver's license must not have been suspended within five (5) years of the date of this application.
• May be required to possess a valid Class 'B' Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with an air brake endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Inspects plant equipment and machinery to determine that all machinery is operating properly.
• Takes samples of water or sewage at various stages of the treatment process and performs routine laboratory analyses to determine effectiveness of treatment procedures.
• Adjusts treatment plant equipment based on sample results.
• Performs preventative maintenance and makes minor repairs and adjustments on equipment.
• Takes hourly readings and records them on log sheets.
• Performs physical and chemical tests on water and sewage.
• Assists in maintaining sufficient supplies of chemicals.
• Instructs new employees in work methods and procedures.
• Checks for leaks in chlorine tanks and ammonia tanks.
• Performs minor calibrations of complex equipment.
• Answers calls from the public for emergency repair work or re-connection of service.
• Monitors control panel charts and pressure gauges.
• Keeps plant records and periodic summary reports of operations.
• Reports any serious plant breakdown or condition causing inefficient or unsafe treatment plant operation.
• Submits complete, accurate reports relative to treatment plant operation, sampling and laboratory analysis on a daily basis.

Benefits

• Incentive: $100/pay period
• $1000 - paid out in June 2025 (prorated based on hire date)
• Health Insurance: 100% paid by the Town for single coverage, 50% paid by the Town for dependents.
• Holidays - 13 days per year.
• Sick Leave - 3.69 hours accrued per pay period.
• Vacation Leave - Accrue 2 weeks per year, accrual rate increases every 5 years (capped at 4 weeks after 10 years of service).
• Birthday Leave - 1 day per year after successfully passing probation.
• Quality Service - 1 day per year after successfully passing probation and other conditions.
• Wellness Days - 2 days per year after successfully passing probation.
• Town Sponsored Pension - mandatory 3% contributions per pay period.
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan - Employee is entitled to make voluntary contributions through the payroll to the Town sponsored 457 deferred compensation plan.
• Uniforms provided by the Department.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees