WASTEWATER OPERATOR I, II, or III (LICENSED)

Company: City of Deltona
Location: Deltona
Posted on: January 9, 2021

Job Description:

LICENSED WASTEWATER OPERATOR I, II, or III(Depending on State of Florida Certification)ISSUE DATE: 09/23/2020CLOSING DATE: Open until filledELIGIBILITY: Internal & External ApplicantsLOCATION: PWTwo (2) Full Time Vacancies for a Wastewater Operator I, II, or III depending on State of Florida certification with experience.Position is subject to being "on call" and working after normal City work hours as well as on weekends and holidays.Anticipated Hiring Rate of Pay (Depending on Qualifications):

• Operator I (State of FL Class "C" Wastewater License): $18.36/hr. - $23.87/hr.;
• Operator II (State of FL Class "B" Wastewater License) or (State of FL Class "C" Wastewater): $19.28/hr. - $25.06/hr.;
• Operator III (State of FL Class "A" Wastewater License.) or (State of FL Class "B" and Class "C" Wastewater License): $20.24/hr. - $26.32/hr.DEFINITION: The purpose of this job/class within the organization is to collect and analyze water compliance samples according to state and federal laws. This job/class works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Not all inclusive): Monitors and operates gauges, meters and control panels; controls variations and operating conditions of the treatment process; records meter and gauge headings. Monitors SCADA system and sends commands via radio signal to make adjustments at water plants. Operates and maintains valves, motors, pumps and engines either manually or by remote control; monitors and adjusts plant operations manually or by computer. Cleans and maintains all aspects of the water treatment process including the ground storage tanks, aerators, filters, pump, well and chemical rooms. Extracts samples and conducts routine laboratory tests; documents and certifies test results. Conducts change-out of chemical containers and associated equipment as needed. Check chloramine residuals onsite and conducts analyzer comparisons with hand held meters. Also calibrates chlorine analyzers. Conducts scheduled plant inspections, certifying completion of such inspections in the facility check sheets and log books. Ensures that plant facilities and grounds are kept clean, neat and orderly. Performs related work as assigned.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent. Requires one year experience in water testing, operations or closely related experience.Upload H.S. Diploma/GED and operator license to the application.REQUIRED LICENSES: Valid Florida driver's license.Operator I: requires State of Florida Class "C" wastewater licenseOperator II: requires State of Florida Class "B" wastewater licenseOperator III: requires State of Florida Class "A" wastewater licenseBENEFITS: Full City Benefits to include Florida Retirement System, paid Employee Health/Dental, accrued vacation, sick leave, and more.Veteran Preference in appointment will be given to those eligible.In order to be eligible for Veteran Preference you must furnish a Department of Defense document, commonly known as form DD-214 (Member 4 Copy recommended) or military discharge papers, or equivalent certification from the DVA, listing military status, dates of service and discharge type PRIOR TO CLOSING DATE OF THE JOB POSTING. Please redact social security number and date of birth information from all documents submitted.In addition, the disabled veteran shall also furnish a document from the Department of Defense, the DVA, or the Department certifying that the veteran has a service-connected disabilityIf you require an accommodation because of a disability to participate in the application/selection process, you must notify the Human Resources Department at 386-878-8750 at least 48 hours (excluding weekends and holidays) prior to the meeting or activity.We are proud to be a Drug-free, Tobacco-free and an Equal Opportunity Employer!

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