Water Plant Operator I, Ii, Or III

City of Vero Beach•Vero Beach, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under close supervision, operates, monitors and maintains equipment and machinery at the water treatment plant, performs laboratory tests, maintains and performs preventative maintenance on plant machinery and equipment; and performs related duties as assigned. The following duties have been provided as examples of the essential types of work performed by positions within this job classification. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments as needed.

Requirements

Knowledge of City, federal and state rules, regulations, practices and procedures related to the operation of water treatment systems.
Knowledge of water treatment systems including health, safety and environmental policies, precautions, and procedures applicable to plant operations and the safe use of hazardous chemicals.
Knowledge of maintaining and repairing water treatment systems.
Knowledge of record keeping/file maintenance practices and procedures.
Ability to safely respond to health, safety, and environmental incidents or emergencies.
Skill in safely using, maintaining and repairing specialized equipment to complete assigned projects.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors and others contracted in the course of work.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Possession of a valid Florida Driver's License.
Must possess and maintain State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection Class C Water Treatment Certification.

Responsibilities

Reviews logs and notes to evaluate condition of water plant at beginning of shift.
Monitors process treatment and troubleshoots problems.
Operates machinery and equipment in the treatment plant.
Checks or recalibrates laboratory equipment to meet standards.
Performs routine plant maintenance and preventative maintenance duties, checks fluid levels, lubricates equipment, applies protective coatings, assists mechanics, cleans rooms and equipment, and performs routine grounds maintenance tasks including mowing, trimming, fertilization and edging.
Collects and analyzes water samples from a variety of sources on a regularly scheduled basis or upon request.
Adjusts chemical feeds based on water sample analysis.
Monitors, adjusts and backwashes filter system to ensure proper functioning.
Prepares daily operational reports and logs, and records results for monthly reports.
Observes standard operating procedures and safety practices and maintains cleanliness of work area, tools and equipment.