Wastewater Treatment Operator - All Levels

General Description

Salary:

Trainee: $20.46 - $25.57 Hourly ($24,557 - $53,186

Operator I (C License): $23.41 - $31.23 Hourly ($48,693.00- $64,958.00 Annually)

Operator II (B License): $25.07 - $33.41 Hourly ($52,146.00 - $69,493.00 Annually)

Operator III (A License): $26.82 - $35.74 Hourly ($55,786.00 - $74,339.00 Annually)

Progression to Operator IV & V will be evaluated based on qualifications and years of experience:

Operator IV: $28.69 - $38.25 Hourly ($59,675.00 - $79,560.00 Annually)

Operator V: $32.13 - $45.90 Hourly ($66,830.00 - $95,472.00 Annually)

The purpose of this position is to operate and maintain the wastewater treatment plant and the drinking water for the public. This is accomplished by collecting daily meter readings; calibrating lab meters; checking plant equipment; adjusting the SCADA computer; checking charts for trends; performing oil changes and greasing; repairing equipment; collecting daily plant samples; recording dissolved oxygen readings; inspecting chlorine cylinders; communicating problems; creating and fulfilling work orders; completing plant and system checks; verifying equipment operation; evaluating trends; and verifying chemical residuals. Other duties include performing UV maintenance and repair; training employees; troubleshooting for plant malfunctions; creating monthly operation reports; managing monthly water charts and plumage reports; developing a majority of the forms the Water Plants uses; replying to e-mails; performing janitorial work; overseeing fire flow tests; and supervising contractors.

Essential Functions

Trainee:

- Performs all operational procedures by checking clarifier blankets; obtaining samples; checking equipment; performing inspections on SCADA communications; cleaning channels or splitter boxes; checking water plants and other facilities; performing preventive maintenance; and administering plant tours.

- Communicates with customers and community by sending daily emails; creating reports and facility updates; recording all calibrations of meters or analyzers; inputting data in OPS PAC; developing work orders; directing team meetings; and communicating with bio-solids staff, vendors, and visitors.

- Performs all housekeeping duties by hosing down areas with debris; addressing safety concerns; checking for proper drainage; painting; disposing of trash; assisting with landscaping or beautification projects; and ensuring the facility is maintained.

- Collects samples for analysis by using gloves and caution in sampling areas; managing sampling containers carefully; avoiding contamination; fulfilling chain of custody forms; and obtaining all information for chain of custody forms.

Operator I (C License):

1.Performs daily water plant checks by checking all equipment; monitoring hour meters and flow meters; checking chemical residuals; changing chemical analyzers; maintaining chemical inventory; transferring and inspecting chemicals; calibrating test kits; and adjusting feed rates.

2. Maintains the plant by completing maintenance work orders; greasing plant equipment; managing rust/corrosion control; and performing housekeeping practices and general cleaning.

3. Manages plant repairs by scheduling work orders for internal repair; ensuring all plant equipment in repaired; and assisting mechanics and electricians when necessary.

4. All other duties as assigned.

Operator II (B License):

1. Performs preventive maintenance by shutting off power; locking out equipment; greasing moving equipment; changing oils in gearboxes; guaranteeing all maintenance activities are safe; and painting equipment.

2. Controls processes by checking process basins; using odor sensory perception and results from laboratory tests; reviewing the performance of the process; and overseeing the SCADA system.

3. Performs housekeeping duties by cleaning for spider webs; removing all dirt and debris; maintaining materials and equipment; and ensuring the facility is aesthetically pleasing.

4. Gives plant tours by evaluating the process and equipment in the treatment process; obtaining daily readings from meters and gauges; maintaining records; and ensuring all equipment functions properly.

5. Maintains facility logbooks by recording duties and projects; maintaining a record of compliance issues; and maintaining entries of process issues and the integrity of the logbook.

6. Obtains samples for analysis by using gloves and caution when approaching sampling areas; handling sampling containers carefully; closing sample containers promptly; filling out chain of custody forms; and collecting information for chain of custody form.

7. All other duties as assigned.

Operator III (A License):

1.Fulfills water plant daily operations by visiting individual facilities; collecting plant data; collecting samples to analyze residuals in water leaving the facility; making any necessary adjustments to chemical feed pumps; recording in the logbook all the details; and checking remote wells for normal operations.

2. Completes monthly work orders by pulling up assigned work orders; reviewing and prioritizing work orders; designating which are to be completed; and completing tasks on a work order.

3. Remains updated with chemical purchases by approving all chemical purchases for the finance department; copying and filing chemical purchase invoices; submitting purchase orders; and tracking all chemical purchases.

4. Manages and replies to all company e-mails by opening an e-mail account; filtering through information; saving important data; and replying to emails.

5. All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Trainee:

- A minimum of a high school diploma or GED issued from an approved GED Administrator.

- This is an entry level position, previous relevant work experience is preferred but not required.

- Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Class E Driver's license.

- As a condition of employment, must obtain Class A (CDL) Driver's License within the first six months of employment

Operator I (C License):

1. A minimum of a high school diploma or GED issued from an approved GED Administrator.

2. Minimum of one-year relevant experience.

3. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator C License.

4. Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida E Driver's License.

Operator II (B License):

1.A minimum of a high school diploma or GED issued from an approved GED Administrator.

2. Minimum of three years relevant experience.

3. Any combination of education and experience which demonstrates the candidate’s ability to perform successfully in this position will be considered.

4. State of Florida Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator B License.

5. Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Class E Driver's License.

Operator III (A License):

1. A minimum of a high school diploma or GED issued from an approved GED Administrator.

2. Minimum of three years relevant experience.

3. Any combination of education and experience which demonstrates the candidate’s ability to perform successfully in this position will be considered.

4. State of Florida Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator A License.

5. Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Class E Driver's License.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk to a significant degree; use hands to operate tools or feel, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to pull, push, kneel, bend, squat, crawl, and twist. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Environmental factors include outdoor conditions; rugged terrain, slippery surfaces, varying weather, including, heat, cold, dry, wet weather. In addition, noise, darkness, brightness, vibrations, traffic, biological agents, chemicals, gas/ fumes, magnetic fields, or congested area. Environmental factors include indoor, flat surface, noise, sitting with occasionally walking and standing.