Water/Wastewater Plant Operator Technician, Apprentice or Operator I, II, III, IV

Santa Rosa County•Navarre, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs technician work in the operation of a water/wastewater plant and distribution system. Performs specialized work in the operation of a water/wastewater plant and distribution system as a licensed operator. This is a “Mandatory Testing” position that requires Drug Testing.

Requirements

A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Requires a valid driver license at the date of hire and maintain said license while employed in this position.
Requires a valid Class “B” commercial driver license with air brake endorsement at the date of hire and maintain said license while employed in this position.
Requires successful completion of a Florida Department of Environmental Protection approved correspondence course certification in water or wastewater, and a Florida Water or Wastewater Class “C” (or higher) Operator License and must maintain said license while employed in this position.
Requires successful completion of a Department of Environmental Protection License Exam, a Florida Water Class “C” (or higher) and a Wastewater Class “C” (or higher) Operator License and must maintain said license while employed in this position.
Requires successful completion of a Department of Environmental Protection License Exam, a Florida Water Class “C” (or higher) and a Wastewater Class “B” (or higher) Operator License and must maintain said license while employed in this position.
One (1) year of experience performing utility maintenance work (for Apprentice position).
Knowledge of general mechanical repair and maintenance; operating procedures applicable to treatment, functions and mechanics of pumps and other plant mechanical equipment.
Required to operate a personal computer and related software applications.
Required to learn methods and practices of modern water/wastewater plant; read meters and charts accurately; maintain records of shift operations; understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a lead/supervisory capacity is preferred (for Operator IV).
A Class “B” commercial driver license is preferred (for Operator I).

Responsibilities

Checks all wells and lift stations on a daily basis.
Assists with collecting samples at wells and wastewater treatment plant.
Assists in maintenance of all chemical feed systems.
Performs routine tests required for efficient operation of both water and wastewater treatment plant.
Checks all treatment processes to ensure plant is operating at peak efficiency.
Performs routine maintenance and minor construction as assigned.
Reports any discrepancies found to lead operator.
Attends training sessions in the safe operation of water/wastewater plants.
Interacts with the public in an effective and courteous manner.
Must demonstrate commitment to our mission, vision, values and goals and represent the County in a professional, dignified manner at all times both in actions and appearance.
May have a role in the County’s disaster preparation and/or disaster recovery efforts, as designated in the County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan; may be required to work before, during and/or after an emergency.
Must be able to meet minimum attendance standards.
Performs related duties as required.