Plant Operator Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Graduation from high school, supplemented by college-level course work in chemistry, biology, math, or related courses
• 1 years of experience in an industrial environment; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the minimum knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Must actively pursue both formal and on-the-job training, as related to the wastewater field
• within eighteen months of date of hire, must obtain a Class “C” License as a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator from the State of Florida, Department of Environmental Protection.

Responsibilities

• Collecting lab samples; obtaining training and learning required analyses and tests; checking filter, chlorinators, various machines and reading meters, gauges and dials.
• Responsible for maintaining records of readings and making adjustments and repairs to equipment as required.
• Independent judgment, initiative is required in making sound decisions, with direction from the lead operator or other certified operators.
• Monitors and maintains all plant processes, equipment and controls to ensure efficient operation of the plant and compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws, ordinances and regulations.
• As directed by the Lead Operator, monitors process variables, making changes, as determined by flow, controls, instrumentation analysis, calculations, and visual observations; check filters, chlorinators and chemical feed discharges; reads meters, gauges and dials, and maintains reports of readings.
• Performs preventative maintenance and minor repair of plant equipment, including the lubrication of motors and pumps.
• Obtains wastewater samples at various stages of the treatment process and submits to laboratory for analysis.
• Maintains general cleanliness of the plant and performs various grounds keeping tasks such as mowing grass, weeding, and edging.
• Monitors and participates in shutdown and start-ups of equipment as directed.
• Receives complaints and/or inquiries from Utilities customers and/or the general public pertaining to utilities and personnel activities, policies, procedures, etc., and directs such maintenance work as warranted by customer inquiry or complaint.
• Prepares and submits required records and reports as directed by Lead Operator.
• Employee must also exercise tact and courtesy in frequent contact with plant personnel.
• Must be computer literate.
• Preforms other related work as required.