Water Treatment Plant Operator

This is technical work involved in all aspects of the operation and maintenance of a surface water treatment plant. The employee works under the general direction and supervision of the Chief Water Plant Operator. The employee typically works shifts in combination with other Water Treatment Plant Operators but may be assigned to work certain shifts alone.

• Monitors the water treatment facility's performance to insure effective treatment and pumping of the community's water supply.
• Adjusts the treatment process or pumping, as required, to effectively treat and deliver potable water in compliance with all rules, regulations and the facility's standard operating procedures.
• Maintains accurate and comprehensive operation and maintenance records.
• Performs minor maintenance tasks and assists the maintenance staff, as necessary, with major or unusual maintenance tasks.
• Monitors computer telemetry to alert other County staff to problems with lift stations or lagoon aeration.
• Collects samples and performs routine physical and chemical analyses on water.
• Performs related work as required.

• Possess a high school diploma or the equivalent.
• One (1) year experience in the operation of a potable water treatment plant(s).
• A comparable amount of training and/or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications except for the required certification.
• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance requirements of potable water treatment equipment and the processes involved in the treatment and pumping of water.
• Knowledge of basic physical and chemical analyses for potable water quality analysis.
• Knowledge of project management and organizational skills.
• Skilled in the use of basic mechanical repair tools and procedures.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Reliable full‑time attendance.
• Comprehension, speaking and reading ability in the English language.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills to deal with the public.
• Ability to read meters, charts, and gauges and accurately maintain records of plant operations.
• Ability to read and comprehend written technical information and to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize, and analyze data with discretion.
• Ability to provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others regarding the application of procedures and standards to specific situations.
• Ability to operate, maneuver and/or control equipment, machinery, tools, and materials used in performing essential functions.
• Ability to utilize a wide variety of reference, descriptive, and advisory data and information.
• Proficiency in basic arithmetic and data interpretation skills.
• Ability to apply principles of rational systems, interpret instructions, and exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify methods and standards.
• Judgment, decisiveness, and creativity in evaluating information against measurable or verifiable criteria.

• Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain a valid Florida driver license upon offer of employment with a driving record acceptable to the County Driving Policy and insurance program.
• Possession of and maintain a valid Class “C” Water Treatment Plant Operators certification issued by the State of Florida (FAC 62‑602).

Work is primarily performed indoors but requires some exposure to environmental changes (e.g., outdoor weather and/or field conditions, warehouses, garages, etc.) or irate customers, extreme noise, odors, heights and/or dust.

This position requires some exposure or risk to physical health and/or physical safety (e.g., exposure to environmentally hazardous material, heavy equipment, etc.). The position may require the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and may include completing and successfully passing medical evaluations.

• Stooping, sitting, crouching, walking, pulling, lifting, grasping, hearing, seeing up close, seeing far away, kneeling, reaching, pulling, talking, standing, finger movement, repetitive motions, depth perception.
• May require lifting up to 100 pounds and carrying up to 100 pounds.

Not eligible for remote work:
This position is assigned to a county worksite. Due to the non‑portable nature of the essential functions of this position, this position is not eligible for telework.

• Grade: B76-5
• Job Class: Non‑Supervisory
• Work Comp: 7520
• EEO Class/Code: 7/Skilled Craft
• Tier Status: 1