Plant Operator II - Water​/Wastewater

Job Title

Under general supervision, performs responsible technical work in the operation of a water or sewer treatment plant on an assigned shift.

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Under general supervision, performs responsible technical work in the operation of a water or sewer treatment plant on an assigned shift. Is responsible for performing plant operation and maintenance duties in a responsible and professional manner consistent with standard operating practices in order to meet State and Federal standards and rules to protect the public health and environment. Reports to Superintendent of Operations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

On and assigned shift, inspects plant equipment and machinery to determine that all machinery is operating properly; takes samples of water or sewage at various stages of the treatment process, performs routine laboratory analyses to determine effectiveness of treatment procedures and records results; on the basis of sample results, adjusts treatment plant equipment, such as chlorinators, lime shakers, flocculators, digesters, sludge collectors, sand filters, chemical feeders, vacuum filters, conveyer systems, screens and related equipment;

inspects recording charts and meters, and on the basis of such information, makes adjustments to controls in conformance with operating instructions. Services a variety of plant equipment and machinery; cleans and paints equipment; assists mechanics in major repairs and in installation work; performs general building maintenance and custodial work tructs new operators in plant procedures and operations; keeps records and prepares periodic summary reports of operations.

Performs physical tests which include turbidity, color, odor, taste and temperature; chemical tests which include pH, alkalinity, carbon dioxide, hardness, metal content and residual chlorine fluoride; and other tests which include bacteriological count such as chloroform bacteria, plate count, etc. Cleans and maintains bar screens. Maintains sufficient supplies to chemicals to include chlorine, aluminum, Calgon, lime carbon, sodium chloride and various other chemicals.

Monitors control panel charts and pressure gauges. Answers emergency phone calls and calls for re-connection of services, and dispatches proper personnel. Operates a variety of motorized equipment such as a bobcat, backhoe, and vacuum truck used in the sewage treatment process. Assigns daily laboratory, sampling, and maintenance requirements to shift operators. Reports immediately, in person or via telephone, any serious plant breakdown or condition causing or likely to cause serious, inefficient or unsafe treatment plant operation or discharge of water or wastewater in a manner not authorized by the applicable regulatory agencies.

Maintains an operation and maintenance log for the treatment plants. Submits complete, accurate reports relative to treatment plant operation, sampling and laboratory analysis on a daily basis, as well as timely monthly operating reports as prescribed in Florida Administrative Code (FAC) and required by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

REQUIRED:

• Graduation from high school or vocational school.
• Two (2) or more years of experience in the operation of electrical and mechanical machinery similar to that in a water and sewer treatment plant. Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE

REQUIRED:

• Possession of a Class "B" water or wastewater plant operators license from the Florida Department of Professional Regulation.
• Possession of a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Driver's license must not have been suspended within five (5) years of the date of this application (Not Insurance related ).
• May be required to possess a valid Class "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with an air brake endorsement as issued by the State of Florida.