Water Plant Operator Licensed or Trainee

Location: Englewood

Please see attached job description for full details of each position.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Operates or checks the operation of all plant equipment at a main water treatment plant. (i.e., pumps, valves, electric motors, filters, etc.)
• Routes flow of water at treatment plant.
• Regulates and helps maintain records of flow, tank level, chemical feed rates, etc., between various stages of treatment.
• Reads meters and gauges.
• Performs tests of water including pH, chlorine, residual, conductivity, turbidity, etc.
• Conducts standardized tests.
• Maintains operating logs at all plants.
• Cleans, oils, and performs minor preventive maintenance on pumps, motors, and similar equipment.
• Keeps plant facilities clean and orderly.
• Makes minor repairs and adjustments to equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Trainee:

• A High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Ability to obtain a Class "C" Water Treatment Plant Operators License within two (2) years
• Valid Florida Driver's License at time of hire

Operator:

• A High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Possession of a Class "A", "B", or "C" Water Treatment Plant Operators License as issued by the State of Florida
• Valid Florida Driver's License at time of hire

Compensation Details:

Treatment Plant Operator Trainee Starting Pay: $21.05

Treatment Plant Operator C Starting Pay: $22.52

Treatment Plant Operator B Starting Pay: $24.10