Plant Operator (I - IV) - Wastewater Treatment

City of Naples; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Naples is seeking a Plant Operator candidate to learn and operate water production or wastewater treatment plants, under supervision. The role requires adherence to regulatory standards and the ability to read meters, manage chemical feeds, and log data.

Starting pay depends on Florida license level, with Hazard Pay and shift differentials available, and opportunities for advancement from Operator I through Operator IV based on experience and licenses.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid Florida Driver License with good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Operates City water production or wastewater plants and monitors operations.
• Checks system components, records readings, and maintains logs and reports.
• Reads meters and adjusts chemical feeds to maintain proper levels.
• Performs routine maintenance and minor repairs on plant equipment.
• Responds to customer inquiries and documents issues and outcomes.
• Operates PCs using Word, Excel, Access and related software.

Skills

Data Utilization

Human Interaction

Equipment Operation

Verbal Aptitude

Mathematical Aptitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Access

HTE

Job description

The starting range of pay is dependent on the applicant’s current State of Florida Water or Wastewater License:
Plant Operator I:$26.21
Plant Operator II:$27.53
Plant Operator III:$29.65
Plant Operator IV:$30.39

In addition to annual salary:
Hazard Pay:$3,000 annual stipend paid biweekly ($115.38)
Shift Differential Pay:Additional $.070/hour 4PM-12AM | $1.10/hour 12AM-8AM

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

The purpose of this classification is to learn to perform routine technical work in operating the City's water production or wastewater collection and treatment plants, under the direction of more experienced Plant Operators. The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Operates the City's water production or wastewater collection and treatment plants; monitors plant operations and processes; checks system components; identifies any problems and makes necessary adjustments; ensures continuous and effective operation; and maintains compliance with applicable local, state and federal regulations, standards and guidelines.
• Monitors chemical feeds and distribution, flow rates, and other production, collection and treatment processes; and maintains appropriate chemical levels by adjusting system controls and/or adding, adjusting and replacing chemicals in the plant's systems and their components.
• Reads meters, gauges and dials; records readings, chemical levels, water/wastewater properties and statistical data; and prepares and maintains a variety of logs, records and reports including flowcharts, production reports, well reports and operation logs.
• Collects samples; performs laboratory tests or submits samples to outside laboratory for testing; maintains records of findings and sample characteristics; calibrates test equipment; and cleans and maintains laboratory equipment.
• Inspects plant systems, facilities and equipment; performs preventive maintenance and repair on the plant equipment, gauges, meters and related systems; repairs system components; changes filters, beds and other parts; oils and adjusts power driven pumps; checks and fills storage tanks and feeders; cleans equipment; flushes system; makes minor electrical and/or plumbing repairs as needed; and reports any problems or need for equipment repair.
• Maintains plant grounds and facilities; performs general janitorial and repair work; mops, sweeps, paints, waters plants, etc.
• Receives and responds to customer complaints; consults with customer regarding nature of complaint; takes samples at residence; tests samples; and contacts customer with results; makes recommendations to mitigate or improve water condition.
• Maintains an awareness of new trends and advances in the profession; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.
• Operates a personal computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data, utilizing Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, HTE, word processing, spreadsheet, database, Internet, e-mail, or other software; and operates general office or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions.

PERFORMANCE APTITUDES

1. Data Utilization: Requires the ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize, and/or analyze data. Includes exercising discretion in determining data classification, and in referencing such analysis to established standards for the purpose of recognizing actual or probable interactive effects and relationships.
2. Human Interaction: Requires the ability to exchange information for the purpose of clarifying details within well established policies, procedures and standards.
3. Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate and control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools and/or materials requiring complex and/or rapid adjustments.
4. Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference and descriptive data and information.
5. Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; the ability to calculate decimals and percentages; the ability to utilize principles of fractions; and the ability to interpret graphs.
6. Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to carry out detailed but routine written or oral instructions. Involves routine work according to clearly prescribed standard practices, with some latitude for independent judgment.
7. Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise judgment in situations characterized by repetitive or short cycle operations covered by well established procedures or sequences.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver License, "Class E," with a driving record that meets or exceeds minimum City standards.

PLANT OPERATOR I (Trainee)

• Must obtain Class C Water Operators License from State of Florida within one (1) year of hire

PLANT OPERATOR II

• One (1) year of experience in water or wastewater plant operations
• Class C Water or Wastewater Operators License from State of Florida

PLANT OPERATOR III

• Three (3) years of experience in water or wastewater plant operations
• Class B Water or Wastewater Operators License from State of Florida

PLANT OPERATOR IV

• Five (5) years of experience in water or wastewater plant operations
• Class A Water or Wastewater Operators License from State of Florida

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

The City of Naples is a Tobacco-Free Workplace. Applicants for the City of Naples must not have been a user of tobacco products for at least six (6) months immediately preceding an application for employment; and, if hired, must maintain non-use of tobacco products for the duration of employment with the City of Naples. Tobacco is defined as any lighted or unlighted cigarette, cigar, pipe, nicotine dispensing device, other types of smoking product, smokeless tobacco including dip, chew or snuff.