Lead Operator - Water

Davie Inc; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The Town of Davie is seeking a qualified Water/Wastewater Plant Supervisor to oversee operations and mechanical maintenance at the treatment facility. The role involves supervising staff, ensuring safe and compliant plant operations, and assisting with regulatory reporting and procedure development.

Minimum education requires a High School Diploma or GED, with 3–5 years of plant experience and at least 1 year in a supervisory role. Florida license and related certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited High School or GED equivalent.
• Three (3) to Five (5) years of treatment plant experience with at least 2 years in mechanical and electrical repair.
• At least one year of supervisory or lead capacity experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide training and technical guidance to treatment plant personnel.
• Supervise maintenance, repair and operation of water plant and laboratory.
• Review subordinates' work for completeness and accuracy; make recommendations.
• Interpret operating data and adjust procedures to ensure continuous, efficient treatment.
• Ensure compliance with State and Federal regulations; maintain safety of operations.
• Assist with repair and routine maintenance of mechanical, electrical and instrumentation.
• Maintain accurate records of plant operation, maintenance and laboratory data.
• Order and track inventory of chemicals and water treated; assist in regulatory reporting.
• Contribute to standard operating procedures and training of new staff.
• Participate in orientation; report unusual problems to Chief Operator.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Training and guidance

Interpret operating data

Safety compliance

Record keeping

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical repair tools

Mechanical maintenance tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Description

Under general supervision, performs responsible technical and supervisory work in the operations and mechanical maintenance of a water/wastewater facility. Assists in the administrative, technical, and supervisory work in the management and daily operation of the treatment plant and laboratory collection and sampling. Coordinates and supervises work activities of treatment plant personnel. Reports to the Chief Operator.

Essential Job Functions

• Provides training, technical support and guidance in the work activities of treatment plant personnel in lower classifications in treatment processes.
• Supervises the activities of subordinates in their performance of maintenance, repair and operation of water plant and laboratory.
• Reviews the work of subordinates for completeness and accuracy; evaluates and make recommendations as appropriate.
• Interprets operating data and institutes minor modifications in operation procedures to assure continuous and efficient treatment; in the event of emergencies; notifies supervisor and places into effect the established corrective procedures to restore operating conditions.
• Ensures safe, effective operations of plant facilities in accordance with related State and Federal regulations.
• Assists with repair and routine maintenance of mechanical, electrical and instrument repair of equipment.
• Maintains accurate and complete records on the plant operation, maintenance and laboratory data.
• Orders and keeps accurate inventory and records of all chemicals used and water treated.
• Assist in the preparation of all regulatory reports.
• Assists in formulating and implementing standard operating procedures, techniques, and rules.
• Ensures safe use of all treatment related supplies.
• Participates in new worker orientation; provides training and instruction to plant personnel.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Reports unusual or major problems to the Chief Operator.
• Performs other related work as required.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Requirements (Must meet by the closing date of the posting unless otherwise stated)

Required Education & Experience

• Graduation from an accredited High School or GED equivalent.
• Three (3) to Five (5) years of treatment plant experience of which two (2) years must have been in mechanical and electrical repair, preferably in a water or wastewater system environment.
• At least (1) one year experience working in a supervisory or lead capacity position.

Required Certifications & License

• Possession of a minimum Class "B" treatment license in water treatment with the State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection.
• Possession of a minimum Class “A” treatment license in water treatment with the State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection or the ability to obtain within two (2) years of employment.
• Southeast Desalting Association (SEDA) Certification in Membrane Technology or the ability to obtain within one (1) year of employment.

Other Requirements

• Possession of a valid Class "E" Florida Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.
• Must be physically able to operate a vehicle.
• Must not have driver's license suspensions within five (5) years of submission of an application, unless it was insurance-related.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Supplemental Information

• The selection process will include successfully meeting the minimum requirements of each of the following: an oral assessment, background investigation and a medical examination which includes a drug screening test and physical examination.
• If selected to move forward in the hiring process, you will be required to obtain and submit your lifetime driving history record.
• All fields must be completed. Putting "see resume" on the application will not suffice. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• For assistance with your online applicant account, use the online Help Guide or contact the Applicants Support Line at 855-524-5627 or Email: [e-mail]. Applicant Support is available between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday. For other inquiries, please contact the Human Resources Department at [phone].
• The policy of the Town of Davie is to provide equal opportunity to all of our employees and applicants for employment. The Town of Davie has a policy that requires employees hired on or after January 4, 2016 to be a non-user of tobacco products six (6) months prior to their employment with the Town as well as commit to non-usage during their employment. Candidates for employment who are impacted by the Town of Davie’s Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after six (6) months.

REGULATIONS/ACCOMMODATIONS

• EEO Policy: it is the policy of the Town to prohibit discrimination in hiring, promotion, compensation, discharge, and all terms and conditions of employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, gender identity(inclusive of a person’s actual or perceived sex, and includes self-image, appearance behavior or expression, whether or not different from that traditionally associated with legal sex assigned to the person at birth), marital status, military status, political affiliation, genetic information, sexual orientation, or retaliation for reporting same.
• Tobacco Policy: the Town of Davie has a policy that requires employees hired on or after January 4, 2016 to be a non-user of tobacco products six (6) months prior to their employment with the Town as well as commit to non-usage during their employment. Candidates for employment who are impacted by the Town of Davie’s Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after six (6) months.
• Reasonable Accommodations: applicants requesting reasonable accommodation during the job application process may contact the Human Resources Department at [phone].
• E-Verify: the Town of Davie participates in E-Verify. Federal Law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. For more information on E-Verify, please contact 1-888-897-7781.
• Veterans' Preference: the Town of Davie will grant Veterans’ Preference to eligible veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States in compliance with applicable federal and state laws concerning Veterans’ Preference. Eligible applicants must submit a DD-214 Member 4 form and Veterans' Preference form.
• Essential Employees: Employees may be required to work during emergency events/situations as determined by supervisor.

The Town of Davie offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, life, and long term disability insurance.