Operator

City of Clermont; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Clermont is seeking a Wastewater/Water Operator to support treatment facilities, perform sampling, and maintain equipment in an outdoor municipal setting. The role requires a Florida Class C Wastewater Certification, a valid driver’s license, and willingness to obtain a Class B CDL and FEMA IS100/IS700 within specified timelines.

Compensation aligns with Florida municipal pay bands. Employees may work rotating shifts and on-call duties; the position emphasizes safety, compliance, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year related experience preferred.
• Valid Florida Class C Wastewater Certification required.
• Chlorine handling certification and Confined Space Entry training are required.
• Must obtain Class B CDL within 180 days (Water Operator) and IS100/IS700 within six months.

Responsibilities

• Assist in operation of treatment facilities and maintenance, including sampling and lab testing.
• Monitor and repair equipment, wells, gauges, pumps, and electrical panels.
• Treat wastewater for reuse on golf courses and other sites.
• Read meters, maintain monthly fuel readings, and inspect fire extinguishers.
• Inspect grease traps in CityRestaurants for ordinance compliance.
• Assist supervision and training of trainees and staff.
• Repair valves, scales, and controller wiring.
• Perform inspections and maintenance of water/wastewater systems.
• Perform manual labor such as mowing and operating small equipment.
• Assist in office duties as needed.
• Maintain home telephone; may work rotating shifts and on-call.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Wastewater operations

Laboratory sampling

Equipment maintenance

Safety procedures

Team supervision

Driving

PPE usage

Reading meters

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid Florida Driver's License

Florida Class C Wastewater Certification

Chlorine handling certification

Confined Space Entry certification

Job description

General Description

Per Florida Statute 295.065, certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and that certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.

Primary Duties

• Assists in operation of the treatment facilities and maintenance including taking samples, lab testing, analyzing, and monitoring samples.
• Monitors, maintains, and repairs related equipment, wells, electrical panels, gauges, controllers, pumps, etc.
• Assists in treating wastewater and sewage for reuse on golf courses, etc.
• Reads meters; maintains monthly fuel readings; and inspects fire extinguishers.
• Inspects grease traps at restaurants within City limits to assure ordinance compliance.
• Assists in the supervision and training of trainees and other personnel.
• Repairs valves, scales, control panels and other electrical problems.
• Performs inspections and maintenance of the water and/or wastewater operation systems.
• Performs manual labor such as: mowing, operate small equipment, etc.
• Assists in office when needed such as answering phones, etc.
• Maintains home telephone and may be required to work rotating shifts, on call duties, and extended hours in emergency situations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• One (1) year of related experience.
• Valid Florida class "C" Certification in Wastewater Treatment is required.
• Certified in the safe handling of chlorine.
• Certified in "Confined Space Entry".
• Valid Florida Driver's License.
• Obtain a restricted Florida Class "B" Commercial Driver's permit within 90 days from the date of hire for Water Operator.
• Obtain a Florida Class "B" Commercial Driver's License within 180 days from date of hire for Water Operator.
• Obtain FEMA IS100 and IS700 within six (6) months from date of employment.

In some cases, an equivalent combination of higher education and experience may be considered, provided that the education and experience is in a relevant and related field.

Essential Physical Functions & Environmental Conditions

• Continual light work and occasional heavy work.
• Requires frequent walking and standing, climbing, stooping, reaching, and bending.
• Good finger/hand dexterity and hand/eye coordination.
• Good eyesight, hearing, and speech.
• Regular driving of vehicle.
• Must be able to wear personal protection equipment (PPE).

Work Environment

Works outside in sometimes adverse environmental conditions (e.g., heat, cold, and rain) for moderate periods of time. Exposure to construction and water/wastewater site hazards, traffic, and moving machinery. Involves working with high voltage equipment, heights and below ground level conditions.

The City of Clermont is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Americans with Disabilities Act requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with management.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform all of the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions described herein.

Job functions described are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees may be assigned additional duties by management as deemed necessary. Duties not contained herein may be considered essential to performing this job successfully, just as though they were included in this job description.

The City of Clermont has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

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