Treatment Plant Operator- All Levels

City Of Largo • Clearwater, FL

4d • $20 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

Treatment Plant Operator- All Levels The Environmental Services Department is accepting applications for "A" Licensed Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators. In the event we are not able to secure an "A" Licensed Operator, we are next able to extend offers to a "B" Licensed Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator. In the event we are not able to secure a "B" Licensed Operator, we are next able to extend offers to "C" Licensed Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Candidates. In the event we are not able to secure a "C" Licensed Operator, we are next able to consider a Treatment Plant Operator Trainee. This is skilled, specialized work in the operation of a wastewater treatment facility. A Team Member in this class is responsible for the continuous operation and maintenance of the facility on an assigned shift. The work is primarily routine in nature, but Team Members must be able to exercise initiative and independent judgment in correcting certain problem situations. The position requires a high level of skill obtained on the job. Supervision is received from a Treatment Plant Shift Supervisor or Treatment Plant Manager. Depending on your qualifications, you may be offered one of the following levels: Treatment Plant Operator Trainee - $19.59 Treatment Plant Operator C - $23.83 Treatment Plant Operator B - $26.26 Treatment Plant Operator A - $27.57 As a condition of employment, this position requires shift work that management may modify to ensure sound business operations. The shifts cover a 24/7 operation, which includes scheduled and non-scheduled overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays. This position is also a primary responder to emergency conditions as they arise.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED), preferably supplemented by courses in math and chemistry and one (1) year of experience in the operation of pumping machinery and mechanical repair or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• Successful completion of a Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) approved training course for the "C" level license (correspondence course or classroom setting)
• Must obtain a State of Florida Class "C" Certified Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator's License and advance to Treatment Plant Operator within two (2) years from the date of employment
• A valid Driver's License
• Knowledge of collection, stormwater, treatment, and sewer systems and functions
• Knowledge of chemistry and mathematics sufficient for field laboratory calculations
• Knowledge of standard laboratory procedures and terminology, hazards, and safety precautions in using chemicals and laboratory equipment
• Ability to conduct inspections and investigations
• Ability to perform basic lab and field sampling techniques
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and perform accurate measurements
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing
• Ability to follow scheduled work
• Ability to follow technical instructions
• Ability to monitor and control plant operations through a computerized supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system
• Ability to perform tasks associated with a computerized maintenance management software (CMMS) related to work requests, work orders, and timekeeping
• Ability to perform shift work as assigned

Nice To Haves

• Associate's Degree in biology, chemistry, environmental science, or another related STEM field preferred

Responsibilities

• Regular inspections of the treatment plant and pumping stations on assigned shift
• Responsibilities within plant operation include process control, adjusting valves, chemical feed rates, and changing out and handling dangerous and hazardous chemicals
• Changes valves, calibrates various equipment used to monitor the processes and uses microscopes to identify microbes in the treatment process
• Performs various lab procedures and monitors all aspects of the treatment process
• Works with and instructs others in assuring safe and efficient operation and maintenance of a wide variety of equipment and apparatus, including but not limited to screens, grit collectors and other tanks, pumps of various types, filters, chlorinators, clarifiers, and digestion equipment
• Collects samples, performs operational checks, and records results; maintains extensive operating records
• Ensures daily compliance requirements
• Reads and understands mechanical, electrical, and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems
• Performs general housekeeping duties at the plant, such as cleaning equipment, sweeping, mopping, washing windows, cleaning laboratory glassware, and painting equipment as necessary
• Installs/removes chlorine and sulfur dioxide containers in a safe manner
• Performs related work as required.
• Work as directed during an undeclared and/or a declared emergency.
• Subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations, which may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the normal work location, and may include duties other than those specified in the official job description.

Benefits

• General benefits package with flexible spending accounts, leave time, etc
• Defined Contribution Plan 401(a) with a generous 6% City match
• Benefits also include 12 paid holidays and 24 hour full access to City fitness center
• Continuous learning is supported through tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• May receive $1,000 in relocation assistance for candidates outside Pinellas, Pasco, Hillsborough, or Manatee counties

What This Job Offers

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