UTILITIES PLANT OPERATOR TRAINEE WILL CALL

City of Plantation, FL • Plantation, FL

63d

About The Position

This is a non-exempt position, which is semi-skilled work in the operation of a water or wastewater plant on an assigned shift. The employee is expected to earn a 'C' Operators license within 24 months of hire. Employees are not expected to be (retained) in trainee positions more than 24 months. Work involves responsibility for the operation of wastewater or water plants and for the routine maintenance and servicing of equipment and machinery. Employees exercise some independent judgment in making adjustments to machinery, equipment and related control apparatus in accordance with established procedures and standards. Employees ordinarily work independently on an assigned shift and work is reviewed primarily through analyses of charts and reports. Unusual or major problems are reported to a supervisor and/or lead operator(s) as necessary. Employees are hired as AT WILL employees that serve at the pleasure of the City and may be terminated at any time with or without cause. All work is performed under the supervision and guidance of a certified utility plant operator.

Requirements

• Ability to earn a 'C' Operators License within 24 months of hire.
• Some knowledge of the general operation principles of electrical and mechanical equipment, similar to wastewater or water treatment and pumping plant equipment and machinery.
• Some knowledge of the mechanical maintenance and lubrication requirements of the equipment operated.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards of the trade and of proper use of safety practices.
• Ability to make minor repairs to equipment operated.
• Ability to accurately follow routine operating and recording procedures, and to understand and follow instructions.
• Ability to detect faulty operating characteristics in equipment or processes, and to institute remedial action.
• Ability to maintain detailed routine operating records.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other City employees, department officials, and the general public.

Nice To Haves

• Graduation from a standard high school or vocational school with supplemental college level courses in wastewater treatment or pollution control.
• Experience in the operation of electrical and mechanical equipment and machinery similar to that in a water or wastewater treatment plant.

Responsibilities

• Perform all required chemical analyses.
• Inspect plant equipment and machinery to determine that all machinery is operating properly.
• Take samples of water or wastewater at various stages of the treatment process.
• Perform routine laboratory analyses to determine effectiveness of treatment procedures and record results.
• Adjust control devices for processes to provide effective treatment based on sample results.
• Inspect and adjust treatment plant equipment as it relates to the facilities.
• Inspect recorders and meters, and make necessary adjustments to control the operations as required.
• Perform services and preventive maintenance on a variety of plant equipment and machinery.
• Clean and paint equipment.
• Assist mechanics in major repairs and in installation work.
• Perform general building maintenance and custodial work at plant.
• Instruct new operators in the standard operating procedures.
• Maintain log on process adjustment and prepare periodic summary reports of operations.
• Perform related work in a safe and efficient manner as required and as directed.
• Prepare chemical batches as needed for operation.

Benefits

• This position is a designated 'Response' classification in the City's Emergency Operations Plan and will require the employee occupying this position to work for declared emergencies.
• Attendance at National Incident Management System (NIMS) training at the appropriate level is mandatory.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees