Treatment Plant Operator I/II/III

University of Florida•Gainesville, FL

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Operate the Wastewater Treatment Plant at times independently in a safe and effective manner while maintaining facility discharge compliance. Record all required instrumentation readings, review data and take corrective action based on analysis. Performs required laboratory sample collection and analysis, take corrective operational action based on analysis. Monitor the status of facility systems, change processes from automatic operation to manual operation as necessary. Performs required system checkout procedures and calibration adjust equipment as required. Record keeping - data entry, logbooks, checklists, lab and calibration sheets etc. Perform routine cleaning and painting of all facility systems: buildings, tanks, equipment, flumes etc. Operate and maintain sludge de-watering equipment. Maintain plant operation and security status weekends, holidays and after normal working hours. Periodically drive UF vehicle, provide tours to the public, students and faculty. Performs preventive or repair maintenance on assigned equipment necessary for plant operations with and/or without the assistance of and in cooperation with maintenance and instrumentation personnel. Train operations staff when required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
One year of appropriate experience (for Operator I).
Three years of appropriate experience (for Operator II).
Five years of appropriate experience (for Operator III).
Appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.
Possession of a current class C wastewater operator’s certificate (for Operator I).
Possession of a current class B wastewater operator's certificate (for Operator II).
Possession of a current class A wastewater operator’s certificate (for Operator III).
Proof of a State of Florida Class E operator’s license.
Valid Florida Class "A", “B” or "C" Wastewater Operators Certification.
Post offer health assessment and criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of wastewater process control principles.
Knowledge of use of hand tools.
Knowledge of computer use and safety rules.
Skill in chemistry.
Skill in biology.
Skill in mechanical working.
Skill in process control.
Skill in computer programs i.e. MS Suite, data management and SCADA systems etc.
Ability to operate plant with limited supervision.
Ability to interpret results of process control tests and adjust plant accordingly.
Ability to maintain proper log sheet.
Ability to communicate with preceding and following shift workers.

Responsibilities

Operate the Wastewater Treatment Plant independently in a safe and effective manner while maintaining facility discharge compliance.
Record all required instrumentation readings, review data and take corrective action based on analysis.
Perform required laboratory sample collection and analysis, take corrective operational action based on analysis.
Monitor the status of facility systems, change processes from automatic operation to manual operation as necessary.
Perform required system checkout procedures and calibration adjust equipment as required.
Perform routine cleaning and painting of all facility systems: buildings, tanks, equipment, flumes etc.
Operate and maintain sludge de-watering equipment.
Maintain plant operation and security status weekends, holidays and after normal working hours.
Periodically drive UF vehicle, provide tours to the public, students and faculty.
Perform preventive or repair maintenance on assigned equipment necessary for plant operations.
Train operations staff when required.

Benefits

Vacation Leave - 22 days per year
Sick Leave - 13 days per year
Paid Holidays - 11 days per year
Personal Leave Days - 4 day during annual closure period 12/26 - 12/31
Paid Family leave - up to 8 weeks
Paid Parental Leave - up to 8 weeks
Competitive salary, plus weekend and overnight shift differential pay
Annual raise eligibility (staff performance dependent)
Discounts for many restaurants, retail, theme parks, cell phone carriers, and more with (gatorperks)
Employee recognition programs
State of Florida Retirement Plans
Offering various types of Insurance options: Health, Life, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Accident, Cancer, etc.
Employee Education Program - Six credit hours per semester
Higher Education Opportunities for children - Covers up to 132 credit hours toward undergraduate degree