WTP Operator-QA Lab Officer

Village of Tequesta•Tequesta, FL

About The Position

The Village is currently accepting applications for a Water Plant Operator/QA Lab Officer who will be responsible for the proper operation and maintenance of water treatment and pumping equipment, while serving as the Quality Assurance Laboratory Officer, performing water quality control and compliance activities. Unlicensed candidates who have a minimum of 2 years' experience as a QA laboratory officer may be considered, providing they are willing to attain their WTP license within the stipulated timeframes.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency (Associate’s preferred), and at least two (2) years’ experience in a water treatment plant facility
Minimum of two (2) years’ experience as a QA laboratory officer
Possession of a current Florida class “B” WTP operator’s certification; class “A” operator’s license preferred, or
Any combination of licensure and experience
Valid driver’s license
National Incident Management System (NIMS) Certification in accordance with Village policy
Ability to budget, order, and maintain inventory of supplies, tools, and equipment
Working knowledge of wells, filters, reverse osmosis, and filtration processes
Working knowledge of water purification treatment and pumping processes
Knowledge of machinery, pumps, and motors
Knowledge of water analytical procedures and quality control requirements as mandated by NELAC and FL Admin Code 62-160
Knowledgeable in compliance monitoring and analytical requirements
Knowledge of field sampling requirements as mandated by the FDEP SOPs
Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral format
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, city officials, and other stake-holders.

Responsibilities

Operates pumps for maintaining proper water levels in reservoirs and storage tanks and chemicals for proper treatment levels and within operational standards.
Collects water samples for chemical analyses and runs routine chemical and compliance tests on water samples.
Checks and lubricates pumps, motors, and other plant equipment; reports mechanical defects to the supervisor.
Assists with maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment.
Monitors total plant operations on assigned shifts.
Performs general custodial work in keeping plant, equipment, and facilities clean and orderly.
Keeps/ assists with log of plant operational characteristics, changes, and repairs made and other incidents of relevance to plant production
Notifies and advises water treatment plant superintendent and team when plant operates outside mandated standards
Coordinates and oversees day-to-day operations of the water plant laboratory (lab).
Develops and maintains laboratory procedures in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements; manage related lab and regulatory proposals and contracts and identify any treatment excursions to be addressed by operations.
Collects samples for lab analyses using approved techniques, chain of custody requirements, equipment, and containers, and ensures samples are accurately identified.
Performs physical, chemical, and bacteriological analyses, and compliance in accordance with procedures and advises internal team members, local Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP), and other required regulatory agencies as necessary via protocols and standard operating procedures (SOP’s), ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and industry best practices are implemented in the department.
Prepares for, and participates in, laboratory compliance inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Health and any other regulatory bodies.
Performs preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment; makes minor repairs as needed and confirms that calibration requirements are met to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and performance safety.
Maintains laboratory equipment, chemicals, and supply inventories; orders/re-orders supplies as required.
Investigates issues and complaints and responds to customers as appropriate.
Trains and demonstrates lab research, testing, and compliance protocols and proper use of equipment and machinery.
Oversees laboratory safety and verifies that lab participants have completed all regulatory safety training.
Maintains database of required compliance dates (i.e., water quality sampling) and coordinates with supervisor to ensure compliance dates are achieved.
Prepares and/or assists in preparation of regulatory reports (i.e., monthly operating reports, pumpage reports, annual reports or other reports) as requested or required.
Develops maps/ graphic representation and/ or other documents or memo reports to illustrate compliance activities and supplement compliance requirements.
Assists in annual budget planning process and regularly monitors lab expenditures.
Notifies and advises water treatment plant superintendent and team when plant operates outside mandated standards