Water Reclamation Operator

Position: Water Reclamation Operator I
Job Description

UTILITIES DIVISION - WATER RECLAMATION OPERATOR I, II, III, IV, V - 2 POSITIONS AVAILABLE

$23.49HR - $52.07HR.

NON-EXEMPT

Employee Benefits

• Direct Deposit, Bi-Weekly Pay Checks
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• FRS Retirement
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Education Incentives
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Wellness Incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free Employee Gym
• Free Employee Health Clinic

Must have the physical, developmental and mental ability to perform job tasks, work efforts,
responsibilities and duties of the job illustrated below:

The Utilities Division is responsible for public health and safety, as well as safeguarding the
environment, by providing crucial safe water and wastewater services. This position is part of the
team that provides services necessary for human health, economic stability, and overall societal
well-being. At the core of the mission of providing these services includes commitment to providing
excellent customer service to our citizens, business partners, regulatory agencies, and other county divisions.

MAJOR FUNCTION
The Water Reclamation Operator performs professional, certified, and skilled work in the operation
and maintenance of water reclamation treatment facilities, and reclaimed water pumping systems.
Their responsibilities include operating and monitoring treatment systems, machinery, controls, and
related equipment to ensure the safe and efficient delivery of wastewater and reclaimed water
services. They make necessary adjustments to chemical dosing, mechanical components, and process
controls in accordance with established procedures and regulatory standards. Operators also carry
out routine mechanical and manual tasks to maintain optimal system performance, support regulatory
compliance through water sampling and laboratory testing, and document operational data accurately.

This role requires technical expertise, sound judgment, and a high level of responsibility to uphold the
quality of treatment and system reliability. This position plays a key role in ensuring the reliability of essential utility services, regulatory compliance, environmental stewardship, and public health and safety.

ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES

• Operates and monitors all water reclamation facilities and reclaimed pumping processes and
equipment to ensure proper functionality and regulatory compliance

• Conducts daily operational checks; monitors meters, gauges, SCADA systems, and trends; records
and analyzes data to optimize performance

• Performs visual inspections of treatment facilities and equipment; identifies and addresses
potential failures, leaks, or abnormal conditions.

• Operates and monitors plant equipment, including pumps, mechanical and automatic controls, and
SCADA systems; conducts daily inspections and ensures optimal functionality.

• Maintains and cleans water reclamation maintains general housekeeping across plant facilities
and grounds

• Handles hazardous chemicals safely, including transferring, loading/unloading, and monitors fuel
and chemical inventories, reports spills, and ensures compliance with environmental regulations.

• Operates pumps, valves, and gates to transfer wastewater or sludge between tanks; ensures proper
sludge processing and coordinates contractor pickup

• Collects wastewater and sludge samples; performs laboratory testing and analysis for process
control and regulatory compliance

• Assists in preparing and submitting reports to Florida Department of Environmental Protection
(FDEP) and other regulatory agencies; supports data compilation and documentation

• Maintains accurate records of plant activities in written, electronic format; performs general
administrative tasks and file management

• Evaluates operational data to determine compliance with laws, regulations, and standards;
analyzes issues and recommends solutions

• Provides customer service to internal and external stakeholders; conducts plant tours and
promotes positive public relations

• Shares knowledge to ensure quality and consistency in daily operations

• Obtains vendor quotes and prepares documentation to support procurement of supplies and services

• Responds to phone calls, emails,…