Water Treatment Plant Operator - R14132
Listed on 2026-06-27
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Manufacturing / Production
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Utility Technician
Job Title
Sarasota County Government
Salary: $18.66 - $20.40 Hourly
Location:
1660 Ringling Boulevard, Sarasota, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Department:
Public Utilities
Closing Date:
Continuous
Operate and maintain mechanical and electrical equipment in connection with the operation of water treatment plant facilities and distribution system.
Essential duties include:
- Collect, record and interpret data for completion and utilization of operation and maintenance records as directed.
- Perform daily operations of pumps, motors, valves and other treatment plant equipment as directed so that the plant will operate within the parameters of its operating permit and specific rules established by the applicable regulatory agencies.
- Respond to emergency operational requirements as needed.
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on pumps, motors, valves and other treatment plant equipment as directed.
- Perform housekeeping and grounds maintenance as directed.
- Perform other additional duties as directed by the Chief Treatment Plant Operator and respond to emergency operational requirements as directed.
Day, Afternoon, and Midnight
Shifts:
Job duties outside of the plant facility include collecting samples, reading meters, and maintaining equipment.
Job duties inside the plant facility include monitoring overall performance of the treatment process, running water quality analysis, monitoring SCADA system, and performing required repairs and preventative maintenance on treatment equipment.
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and county requirements.
Other duties as required. Perquisites /
Allowances:
Must wear uniforms and safety shoes.
Minimum Qualifications:
Possession of a Class "A" "B" or "C" Water Treatment Plant Operator's License as issued by the State of Florida and required by the position. Possession of a valid Florida Driver's License.
Preferred Qualifications:
A High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. Chemistry, mathematics and electrical mechanical maintenance and experience in the operation and maintenance of water treatment plants preferred.
Job
Competencies:
Pumps, motors, test and lab equipment, computer knowledge and data input.
Safety training:
Hazcon, Confined Spaces, Hearing Protection, Bloodborne Pathogens, Respirators, Workplace Violence, Lockout/Tagout, Fire Extinguishers, Personal Protective Equipment, Hazardous Waste Operations.
Pay: $18.66 (Step
1) - $20.40 (Step
4) Depending on License
This Posting is currently Open Until Filled
BenefitsEnjoy great benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Florida Retirement System (FRS) and many, many more!
Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms and classes at multiple Sarasota County Government locations.
Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service. (That adds up to a possible 30 days off in your 1st year!)
Sarasota County Government promotes diversity and inclusion in its workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identification or expression, genetic information, religion, national origin, marital status, age or disability.
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