Treatment Plant Operator , B, or C - Wastewater Treatment

Waste Water Treatment Plant Operator

Salary: $42,536.00 - $79,372.80 Annually

Location:

Punta Gorda, FL

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 20815

Department:
Utilities

Division:
Wastewater Treatment

Opening Date: 03/12/2026

Normal

Work Schedule:

7:00am to 3:00pm or 3:00pm to 11:00pm including weekends and holidays.

Position Summary:

A skilled and licensed technical position responsible for the proper plant operation and monitoring of the treatment process of a Waste Water Treatment Plant.

Essential Functions And Duties include the following. Other duties may be assigned as dictated by operational necessity.

• Monitor the treatment process by visual and lab testing as per operations guidelines.
• Adjust chemicals of the treatment process to adhere to treatment guidelines.
• Maintain proper and adequate operations log. Record test results and all other required data required by the supervisor used for state monthly reports.
• Monitor the operation of plant equipment, i.e. chemical pumps, high service pumps, sludge pumps, for proper operations.
• Maintain and monitor adequate system pressure through surveillance of control board.
• Coordinate after-hours emergency call-out as per procedures.
• Perform maintenance/custodial duties as required each shift at the main plant and remote sites.
• May be required to oversee the activities of the Operator Trainees and/or Utility Maintenance Workers on their assigned shift.

Minimum Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty or responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities; education and/or experience; and, certificates or licenses required in order to fill the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Knowledge of principles and practices of waste water treatment plant operations.
• Knowledge of operating principles of plant equipment such as valves, pumps and motors.
• Knowledge of methods and techniques of maintaining, repairing and troubleshooting waste water plant equipment and processes.
• Knowledge of standard principles of the natural sciences including chemistry and biology.
• Knowledge of basic mathematical principles.
• Knowledge of laboratory analysis techniques and health standards for waste water.
• Knowledge of operational and safety regulations pertaining to waste water treatment plant operations and vehicle and equipment usage.
• Knowledge of water treatment chemicals used within the plant and their safe use and application.
• Knowledge of sampling methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and standard safety practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of pertinent federal, state and local laws and regulations pertaining to waste water treatment.
• Able to operate and monitor waste water treatment plant equipment.
• Able to read, interpret and calibrate gauges and other recording devices related to waste water treatment plant operations.
• Able to take liquid and solid samples and perform routine laboratory tests.
• Able to diagnose operating problems and take effective courses of action.
• Able to make independent technical decisions to maintain proper treatment process.
• Able to maintain pertinent records and compile data into written reports.
• Able to perform routine to difficult maintenance, repairs and installations to plant equipment such as pumps, valves, and electronic monitoring devices.
• Able to read, interpret and understand technical manuals, drawings, blueprints, schematics, and diagrams.
• Able to schedule maintenance and repair of waste water treatment plants.
• Able to logically solve problems.
• Able to participate in and complete safety training courses including CPR and Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) training.
• Able to operate office equipment including computers and supporting software applications.
• Able to adapt to changing technologies and learn functionality of new equipment and systems.
• Able to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education, Experience, Licenses And

Certifications:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate required.
• Must have at least two years' experience working in Waste Water Treatment Plant operations.
• Valid Florida driver's license required.
• Must hold a valid Florida Class "A", "B", or "C" Waste Water Operator License.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• May be required to exercise direct supervisory authority over Operator Trainee(s) and/or Utility Maintenance Worker(s) assigned to the shift.

Essential Physical Abilities: