Wastewater Operator

Wastewater Operator

ISSUE DATE: 2/21/2025

CLOSING DATE:
Open Until Filled

ELIGIBILITY:
Internal & External

LOCATION:
Deltona Water

Regular Full-Time Non-Exempt Vacancy(ies)

Licensed Operator Anticipated Hiring Rate of Pay (Depending on Qualifications):

• Up to $35.28

DEFINITION
: The purpose of this job/class within the organization is to collect and analyze water compliance samples according to state and federal laws. This job/class works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Not all-inclusive):

Monitors and operates gauges, meters, and control panels; controls variations and operating conditions of the treatment process; records meter and gauge headings. Monitors SCADA system and sends commands via radio signal to make adjustments at wastewater plants. Operates and maintains valves, motors, pumps and engines either manually or by remote control; monitors and adjusts plant operations manually or by computer. Cleans and maintains all aspects of the wastewater process including headwork, filters, and tanks.

Extracts samples and conducts routine laboratory tests; documents and certifies test results. Conducts change-out of chemical containers and associated equipment as needed. Checks chloramine residuals onsite and conducts analyzer comparisons with hand-held meters. Conducts scheduled plant inspections, certifying completion of such inspections in the facility check sheets and log books. Ensures that plant facilities and grounds are kept clean, neat, and orderly.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
:

Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent.

Requires an active State of Florida Wastewater Operators License Level C, B or

A.

BENEFITS
:
Full City benefits include Florida Retirement System, paid employee health/dental, accrued vacation, birthday day off, sick leave, and more.

Veteran Preference in appointment will be given to those eligible.

To be eligible for Veteran Preference, you must furnish a Department of Defense document, commonly known as form DD-214 (Member 4 Copy recommended) or military discharge papers or equivalent certification from the DVA, listing military status, dates of service and discharge type BEFORE CLOSING DATE OF THE JOB POSTING. Please redact the social security number and date of birth information from all documents submitted.

In addition, the disabled veteran shall also furnish a document from the Department of Defense, the DVA, or the Department certifying that the veteran has a service-connected disability.

If you require accommodation because of a disability to participate in the application/selection process, you must notify the Human Resources Department at  at least 48 hours (excluding weekends and holidays) before the meeting or activity.

We are proud to be a Drug-free, Smoke-free, and Equal Opportunity Employer!