Treatment Plant Operator I/II/III

University of Florida; Gainesville (AL); On-site; USD 3,444,000 - 4,305,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation Leave

Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Annual raise eligibility

Job summary

The University of Florida seeks a Treatment Plant Operator I/II/III to operate the wastewater treatment plant, monitor compliance, and ensure safe, reliable facility operation. You will perform readings, data review, and corrective actions while maintaining logbooks and schedules.

Responsibilities include laboratory sampling, equipment maintenance, and shift work with potential weekends. A state operator’s license and post-offer health check are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with experience in wastewater operations.
• Florida wastewater operator certificate (Class A/B/C) depending on operator level.
• Willingness to undergo post-offer health assessment and background check.

Responsibilities

• Operate the wastewater treatment plant safely and maintain discharge compliance.
• Record instrumentation readings, review data and take corrective actions.
• Perform laboratory sampling and analysis; maintain logs and calibration sheets.
• Operate and maintain sludge de-watering equipment; support plant operations.
• Train operations staff when required and provide tours as needed.

Skills

Wastewater process control principles

Process monitoring & data analysis

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Florida wastewater operator certificate (Class A/B/C)

Tools

SCADA systems

MS Suite

Data management

Job description

Classification Title:

Treatment Plant Operator I/II/III

Classification Minimum Requirements:

Treatment Plant Operator I: High school diploma or equivalent and one year of appropriate experience. Appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Possession of a current class C wastewater operator’s certificate in accordance with Florida Statutes 403.101 and 468.540 552 and Regulation 61E1241, F.A.C.

Treatment Plant Operator II: High school diploma or equivalent and three years of appropriate experience. Appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Possession of a current class B wastewater operator's certificate in accordance with Florida Statutes 403.101 and 468.540 552 and Regulation 61E1241, F.A.C.

Treatment Plant Operator III: High school diploma or equivalent and five years of appropriate experience. Appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Possession of a current class A wastewater operator’s certificate in accordance with Florida Statutes 403.101 and 468.540 552 and Regulation 61E1241, F.A.C.

Job Description:

Operate the Wastewater Treatment Plant at times independently in a safe and effective manner while maintaining facility discharge compliance. Record all required instrumentation readings, review data and take corrective action based on analysis. Performs required laboratory sample collection and analysis, take corrective operational action based on analysis. Monitor the status of facility systems, change processes from automatic operation to manual operation as necessary. Performs required system checkout procedures and calibration adjust equipment as required.

Record keeping - data entry, logbooks, checklists, lab and calibration sheets etc. Perform routine cleaning and painting of all facility systems: buildings, tanks, equipment, flumes etc. Operate and maintain sludge de-watering equipment. Maintain plant operation and security status weekends, holidays and after normal working hours. Periodically drive UF vehicle, provide tours to the public, students and faculty

Performs preventive or repair maintenance on assigned equipment necessary for plant operations with and/or without the assistance of and in cooperation with maintenance and instrumentation personnel.

Train operations staff when required

Proof of a State of Florida Class E operator’s license required.

Valid Florida Class "A", “B” or "C" Wastewater Operators Certification required.

THIS POSITION REQUIRES A POST OFFER HEALTH ASSESSMENT AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK.

NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE:

4 Days/Week – 10 Hours/Day either Sun-Wed or Wed-Sat (Midnight 0000-1000, Day 0600-1600, Evening 1400-0000)

Can rotate or work other shifts and/or 12 hours as needed.

May work a four-day shift rotation and/or a five-day shift schedule, on call as required and emergencies.

Benefits & Perks:

• Vacation Leave - 22 days per year
• Sick Leave - 13 days per year
• Paid Holidays - 11 days per year
• Personal Leave Days - 4 day during annual closure period 12/26 - 12/31
• Paid Family leave - up to 8 weeks
• Paid Parental Leave - up to 8 weeks
• Competitive salary, plus weekend and overnight shift differential pay
• Annual raise eligibility (staff performance dependent)
• Discounts for many restaurants, retail, theme parks, cell phone carriers, and more with (gatorperks)
• Employee recognition programs
• State of Florida Retirement Plans
• Offering various types of Insurance options: Health, Life, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Accident, Cancer, etc.
• Employee Education Program - Six credit hours per semester
• Higher Education Opportunities for children - Covers up to 132 credit hours toward undergraduate degree

Expected Salary:

Treatment Plant Operator I - $25.00 Hourly based on experience

Treatment Plant Operator II- $27.25 Hourly based on experience

Treatment Plant Operator III- $31.25 Hourly based on experience

Required Qualifications:

Requirements and position level will be based on skill and experience level applicant selected.

Treatment Plant Operator I: High school diploma or equivalent and one year of appropriate experience. Appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Possession of a current class C wastewater operator’s certificate in accordance with Florida Statutes 403.101 and 468.540 552 and Regulation 61E1241, F.A.C.

Treatment Plant Operator II: High school diploma or equivalent and three years of appropriate experience. Appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Possession of a current class B wastewater operator's certificate in accordance with Florida Statutes 403.101 and 468.540 552 and Regulation 61E1241, F.A.C.

Treatment Plant Operator III: High school diploma or equivalent and five years of appropriate experience. Appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Possession of a current class A wastewater operator’s certificate in accordance with Florida Statutes 403.101 and 468.540 552 and Regulation 61E1241, F.A.C.

Preferred:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Wastewater process control principles, use of hand tools, computer use and safety rules.

SKILL IN:

Chemistry, biology, mechanical working, process control and computer programs i.e. MS Suite, data management and SCADA systems etc.

ABILITY TO:

Operate plant with limited supervision, interpret results of process control tests and adjust plant accordingly, maintain proper log sheet, and communicate with preceding and following shift workers.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

This position is eligible for Veteran’s preference.

Application Deadline:

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Miscellaneous:

Position has been reposted. Previous applicants still under consideration.

Health Assessment Required:Yes