Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Trainee

City of Clearwater, FL • Belleair, FL

76d • $42,045

About The Position

Under direct supervision, the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Trainee performs semi-skilled, manual labor in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant, sludge handling facility, reclaim system, and surrounding grounds during assigned shifts. Receives technical instruction in operations, equipment, and maintenance procedures.

Requirements

• A valid State driver's license is required.
• Ability to obtain a forklift license.
• Florida Department of Environmental Protection Class 'C' Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator's License within two (2) years of hire date.
• High School Diploma, High School Equivalency Diploma, or G.E.D. Certificate required; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of principles of bacteriology, general science and chemistry.
• Knowledge of functions and mechanics of wastewater and sludge pumping equipment and other treatment plant machinery.
• Knowledge of common tools.
• Knowledge of mathematics.
• Knowledge of equipment maintenance practices and methods.

Responsibilities

• Participates in extensive training and education regarding wastewater treatment plant and all equipment and general operations; works under direct supervision and acquires skills through on the job training to acquire skills necessary to perform independently upon completion of training.
• Makes daily operational checks, monitors meters, dials, and gauges, and records data on reports as requested.
• Performs general administrative tasks and maintains various files.
• Cleans and paints pumps, motors, tanks, and other plant equipment; operates pumps, valves, and gates to transfer wastewater or sludge to and from various tanks.
• Assists with mechanical repairs; works with more experienced plant operators in their daily tasks for training and to gain necessary skills; uses control mechanisms or physical labor to operate machines or processes.
• Loads and unloads equipment, materials, and chemicals from trucks; performs general custodial duties on all plant facilities and grounds; operates various equipment to perform daily tasks.
• Keeps equipment clean and lubricated; maintains and provides minor repairs.
• Takes, gathers, and compiles wastewater and sludge samples for testing; works with skilled operators to perform wastewater operational tests.
• Provides customer service to internal and external customers and provides positive public relations.
• Documents and records various wastewater treatment plant activities; enters, transcribes, records, stores, and maintains information in written, electronic, or magnetic form.
• May be required to work a flexible schedule including night, weekend, and holiday hours to help complete work.
• Responds to phone calls and emails.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• ENTRY SALARY: $ 42,045.64
• Position open until filled.

What This Job Offers

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