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Become part of our Great Hometown and Join the Village of Wellington's Utilities Department

The Village of Wellington is a 'Great Hometown' that strives to provide high-quality services that create economic, environmental, and social sustainability. Our Wellington vision balances a unique hometown, family atmosphere with an attractive natural environment and recreational, cultural, and educational activities and facilities for all ages. The Village of Wellington is a family-oriented community located in Western Palm Beach County and is a great place to live, work, and play.

Performs semi-skilled technical work in water or wastewater treatment for the Village of Wellington. Operates and monitors all treatment equipment. Performs routine maintenance and, as needed, assists with equipment repair. Work is performed under general supervision with limited latitude in the use of initiative. Position exercises some judgment in accordance with well-defined policies, procedures, and techniques.

• Ensures drinking water is compliant with all regulatory standards and refers complex or unusual situations to the Water Operator 'A' level or designated supervisor.
• Monitors various flow and additive rates of water processing, e.g., flow; pH, oxygen, and chemical levels; modifies flow and chemical feed rates to ensure appropriate levels.
• Monitors various operational aspects of water processing, e.g., chemical use, power consumption, generator use, volume processing, equipment maintenance.
• Collects and performs laboratory sample analysis to ensure adherence to regulatory chemical and additive parameters and to ensure proper water treatment, quality, and disinfection.
• Prepares chemicals for injection into raw water supply.
• Reads and applies processes and procedures according to operating and maintenance manuals.
• Maintains accurate written documentation pertaining to the job.

High school diploma or GED required; supplemented by one (1) year of directly-related operator experience; or an equivalent combination of education, certification, training and/or experience.

• Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Driver License and the ability to drive a Village owned vehicle per established policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Florida Water/Wastewater Operator’s Certification Class 'C' required.

• Knowledge of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems and ability to learn and comprehend the system used by the City.
• Skill in the operation of tools and equipment necessary to perform duties.
• Skill in basic math including but not limited to adding, subtracting, multiplication, division, practical algebra and metrics.
• Ability to read, update, and maintain various records and files in numerical, alphabetical, or chronological sequence.
• Ability to effectively communicate (verbally and in writing) with residents, coworkers, supervisors, administration, and vendors.
• Ability to communicate during emergency situations effectively, promptly, and accurately or to avoid hazards.
• Ability to clearly communicate and understand information in English, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those interacted with during work regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, military service, or diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Performs skilled technical work in water or wastewater treatment for the Village of Wellington. Operates and monitors all treatment equipment. Performs routine maintenance and, as needed, assists with equipment repair. Work is performed under general supervision with moderate latitude. Position relies on experience and exercises independent judgment to determine the best approach by using and interpreting policies and procedures.