Utilities PLANT Operator - CLASS A, B or C

The City of Plantation Utilities department is looking to fill the position of Utilities Plant Operator Class C, B or A for the Water division depending on qualifications and certifications.

• Class A: $59,043.86 - $
• Class B: $55,440.24 - $97,796.59
• Class C: $52,056.57 - $91,827.78

This is a non-exempt position, which is skilled work in the operation of a water plant on an assigned shift.

• Work involves responsibility for the operation of water plants and for the routine maintenance and servicing of equipment and machinery.
• Exercise independent judgment in making adjustments to machinery, equipment, and related control apparatus in accordance with established procedures and standards.
• Work independently on an assigned shift and have work reviewed primarily through analysis of charts and reports.
• Unusual or major problems are reported to a supervisor and/or lead operator(s) as necessary.
• Perform all required chemical analysis; inspect plant equipment and machinery to determine that all equipment is operating properly; take samples of water at various stages of the treatment process; perform routine laboratory analysis to determine effectiveness of treatment procedures and record results; on the basis of sample results, adjust control devices for processes to provide effective treatment; inspect and adjust treatment plant equipment, as it relates to the facilities;
  
  inspect recorders and meters, and make necessary adjustments to control the operations as required.
• Perform services and preventive maintenance on a variety of plant equipment and machinery; clean and paint equipment; assist mechanics in major repairs and installation work; perform general building maintenance and custodial work at plant.
• Instruct new operators in the standard operating procedures.
• Maintain logs on process adjustment and prepare periodic summary reports of operations.
• Perform related work in a safe and efficient manner as required and as directed.
• Prepare chemical batches as needed for operation.
• Possess knowledge of the general operation principles of electrical and mechanical equipment, similar to water treatment and pumping plant equipment and machinery.
• Possess knowledge of the mechanical maintenance and lubrication requirements of the equipment operated.
• Have knowledge of the occupational hazards of the trade and of proper use of safety practices.
• Ability to make minor repairs to equipment operated.
• Ability to accurately follow routine operating and recording procedures, and to understand and follow instructions.
• Ability to detect faulty operating characteristics in equipment or processes and to institute remedial action.
• Ability to maintain detailed routine operating records.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other City employees, department officials, and the general public.

• Must possess a minimum of Class "C" Operator License (depending on discipline) from State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection.
• Graduation from a standard high school or vocational school with supplemental college level courses in water treatment or pollution control.
• Experience in the operation of electrical and mechanical equipment and machinery similar to that in a water treatment plant.

• Graduation from a standard high school or vocational school with supplemental college level courses in water treatment or pollution control.
• Experience in the operation of electrical and mechanical equipment and machinery similar to that in a water treatment plant.

This is a designated "Response" classification in the City's Emergency Operations Plan and will require the employee occupying this position to work for declared emergencies. Attendance at National Incident Management System (NIMS) training at the appropriate level is mandatory.

No final procurement authority.