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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