Treatment Plant Operator Trainee

City Of Cooper City•Cooper City, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Entry-level trainee position in the operation, maintenance, and repair of the City’s water and wastewater treatment plant facilities and systems leading to certification by the State of Florida as a Certified Operator “C” level in water or wastewater treatment plant operations. Works under the general supervision of the Chief Plant Operator, Plant Superintendent, or Director’s designee.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
A minimum of one (1) year of experience in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Must complete the University of California, Sacramento Correspondence Course, Volumes I and II for Water or Wastewater Treatment, or equivalent college-level courses within the first year of employment.
Must obtain a Class “C” Water or Wastewater Treatment License with the State of Florida within three (3) years to maintain employment.
Additional qualifying experience or completion of coursework at an accredited college or university in a job-related field may substitute on a year-for-year basis for one year of the required experience or education.
Possess or be able to obtain a valid State of Florida driver's license by the date of hire.
Knowledge of proper use and application of standard tools that apply to operations and
Knowledge of basic chemistry as it applies to treatment plant operations and functions.
Ability to follow operational and safety regulations about plant operations.
Ability to read, write, and perform basic mathematical computations.
Ability and aptitude to learn complicated laboratory procedures.
Ability to clearly communicate and understand information in English, both orally and in writing.
Ability to work, learn, and progress in a career-development job classification program.

Responsibilities

Participates in training under the direction of appropriate senior operators.
Conducts frequent and periodic inspections of plants to detect malfunctions and initiates corrective actions under supervision.
Ensures maintenance of accurate and complete records on plant operation and laboratory data.
Executes work and maintenance schedules and ensures that building, grounds, and equipment are maintained in proper condition.
Performs routine laboratory tests; performs sampling according to established test schedules.
Ensures safe use of all chemicals and mechanical treatment-related supplies.
Reads and records daily plant parameters and equipment.
Adjusts equipment based on guidelines set by the Chief Treatment Plant Operator.
Performs interior and exterior plant maintenance and housekeeping chores, including grounds maintenance tasks.
Assists, when directed, performs intensive cleaning of membrane vessel and filters cans.
Assists with monitoring flow, pressure, water level chemical feed pump, dosage, and security system continuously for water or wastewater plants throughout the shift.
Assists with the removal of rags and debris from the wastewater plant.
Performs and participates in a variety of safety-related duties and activities; follows all safety standard operating procedures when performing work; maintains awareness of and reports/corrects any trip hazards, spills, or any unsafe equipment; handles, stores, and labels various chemicals.
Punctuality and regular attendance are essential functions of this position.
Must be available to work during emergencies for extended periods, if required.
Performs other duties assigned.