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Water Treatment Operator

Job in Kissimmee, Osceola County, Florida, 34747, USA
Listing for: Toho Water Authority
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-15
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Operations Engineer, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 26.82 - 35.74 USD Hourly USD 26.82 35.74 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Water Treatment Operator - All Levels


** THIS POSTING IS FOR FLORIDA LICENSED OPERATORS ONLY.*
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SEEKING OPERATORS FOR MULTIPLE LOCATIONS WITHIN OSCEOLA COUNTY

Salary: Operator I (C License): $23.41 - $31.23 Hourly Operator II (B License): $25.07 - $33.41 Hourly Operator III (A License): $26.82 - $35.74 Hourly
The purpose of this position is to operate and maintain the water 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 use; replying to e-mails; performing janitorial work;

overseeing fire flow tests; and supervising contractors. Operator I (C License):

  • 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.
  • Maintains the plant by completing maintenance work orders; greasing plant equipment; managing rust/corrosion control; and performing housekeeping practices and general cleaning.
  • Manages plant repairs by scheduling work orders for internal repair; ensuring all plant equipment in repaired; and assisting mechanics and electricians when necessary.
  • Operator II (B License):
  • Performs preventive maintenance by shutting off power; locking out equipment; greasing moving equipment; changing oils in gear boxes; guaranteeing all maintenance activities are safe; and painting equipment.
  • 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.
  • Performs housekeeping duties by cleaning for spider webs; removing all dirt and debris; maintaining materials and equipment; and ensuring the facility is aesthetically pleasing.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • All other duties as assigned.
  • Operator III (A License):
  • 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 logbook all the details; and checking remote wells for normal operations.
  • Completes monthly work orders by pulling up assigned work orders; reviewing and prioritizing work orders; designating which are to being completed; and completing tasks on work order.
  • 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.
  • Manages and replies all company e-mails by opening e-mail account; filtering through information; saving important data; and replying to emails.
  • All other duties as assigned.
  • Operator I (C License):
  • A minimum of a high school diploma or GED issued from an approved GED Administrator.
  • Minimum of one-year relevant experience.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Class E Driver's License.
  • State of Florida Drinking Water Treatment Plant Operator C License.
  • Operator II (B License):
  • A minimum of a high school diploma or GED issued from an approved GED Administrator.
  • Minimum of three years relevant experience.
  • Any combination of education and experience which demonstrates the candidate’s ability to perform successfully in this position will be considered.
  • State of Florida Drinking Water Treatment Plant Operator B License.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Class E Driver's License.
  • Operator III (A License):
  • A minimum of a high school diploma or GED issued from an approved GED Administrator.
  • Minimum of three years relevant experience.
  • Any combination of education and…
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