Licensed Water Treatment Plant Operator – Sign-On Bonus

City of Delray Beach; Delray Beach (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $5,000

Full benefits package

Health insurance

Life insurance

Pension plan

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Vacation

Job summary

City of Delray Beach is seeking a Water Treatment Plant Operator at multiple license levels to operate and monitor treatment processes, ensuring safe drinking water and regulatory compliance.

The role includes plant oversight, sample collection, chemical handling, safety adherence, and shift coordination with supervisory staff. Applicable Florida licenses determine starting pay and advancement opportunities, with generous benefits and a sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Class C/B/A Water Operators Certificate Florida required/preferred depending on level.
• Ability to work rotating shifts and maintain records and reports.

Responsibilities

• Operate water treatment plant equipment to ensure water quality and quantity.
• Monitor plant equipment and maintain logs of readings and chemical deliveries.
• Perform maintenance tasks and follow safety regulations and SOPs.
• Assist in supervising staff on shift and coordinate with management.

Skills

Water plant operations

Safety compliance

Record keeping

Education

Class C Water Operators Certificate (Florida)

Class B Water Operators Certificate (Florida)

Class A Water Operators Certificate (Florida)

Job description

City of Delray Beach is seeking a Water Treatment Plant Operator at multiple license levels to operate and monitor treatment processes, ensuring safe drinking water and regulatory compliance.

The role includes plant oversight, sample collection, chemical handling, safety adherence, and shift coordination with supervisory staff. Applicable Florida licenses determine starting pay and advancement opportunities, with generous benefits and a sign-on bonus.