UTILITIES PLANT OPERATOR - CLASS A, B or C

City of Plantation; Plantation (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Plantation is seeking a Utilities Plant Operator to manage water treatment processes on an assigned shift, including chemical analyses and equipment adjustments. The role requires adherence to safety protocols and effective communication with the team.

Responsibilities include maintaining detailed operation logs, performing routine maintenance, and assisting in inspections and minor repairs to plant equipment. A Class C license and relevant experience are required for consideration.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with supplemental college level courses in water treatment or pollution control.
• Experience operating electrical and mechanical equipment in a water treatment environment.
• Must possess a Class C Operator License from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection.

Responsibilities

• Operate the water plant on an assigned shift and perform routine maintenance.
• Conduct chemical analyses and adjust processes to ensure effective treatment.
• Maintain logs and prepare periodic reports of plant operations.
• Perform preventive maintenance and assist with equipment repairs as needed.
• Instruct new operators on standard operating procedures.
• Maintain safe work practices and follow established procedures.

Skills

Water treatment operations

Instrumentation & controls

Record keeping

Education

HS diploma with water treatment courses

Tools

Florida DEP Class C Operator License

Job description

The City of Plantation Utilities department is looking to fill the position of Utilities Plant Operator Class C, B or A for the Water division depending on qualifications and certifications. Below are the ranges for Utilities Plant Operator Class C, B and A ( A being the highest level).

• UTILITIES PLANT OPERATOR - CLASS A ($59,043.86 - $104,153.36)
• UTILITIES PLANT OPERATOR - CLASS B ($55,440.24 - $97,796.59)
• UTILITIES PLANT OPERATOR - CLASS C ($52,056.57 - $91,827.78)

This is a non-exempt position, which is skilled work in the operation of a water plant on an assigned shift.

Work involves responsibility for the operation of water plants and for the routine maintenance and servicing of equipment and machinery. Employees exercise some independent judgment in making adjustments to machinery, equipment and related control apparatus in accordance with established procedures and standards. Employees ordinarily work independently on an assigned shift and work is reviewed primarily through analysis of charts and reports. Unusual or major problems are reported to a supervisor and/or lead operator(s) as necessary.

On an assigned shift, performs all required chemical analysis; inspects plant equipment and machinery to determine that all machinery is operating properly; takes samples of water at various stages of the treatment process; performs routine laboratory analysis to determine effectiveness of treatment procedures and records results; on the basis of sample results, adjusts control devices for processes to provide effective treatment; inspects and adjusts treatment plant equipment, as it relates to the facilities.

Inspects recorders and meters, and make necessary adjustments to control the operations as required.

Performs services and preventive maintenance on a variety of plant equipment and machinery; cleans and paints equipment; assists mechanics in major repairs and in installation work; performs general building maintenance and custodial work at plant.

Instruct new operators in the standard operating procedures.

Maintain log on process adjustment and prepares periodic summary reports of operations.

Performs related work in a safe and efficient manner as required and as directed.

This position does not have final procurement authority.

Prepares chemical batches as needed for operation.Some knowledge of the general operation principles of electrical and mechanical equipment, similar to water treatment and pumping plant equipment and machinery.

Some knowledge of the mechanical maintenance and lubrication requirements of the equipment operated.

Knowledge of the occupational hazards of the trade and of proper use of safety practices.

Ability to make minor repairs to equipment operated.

Ability to accurately follow routine operating and recording procedures, and to understand and follow instructions.

Ability to detect faulty operating characteristics in equipment or processes, and to institute remedial action.

Ability to maintain detailed routine operating records.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other City employees, department officials, and the general public.

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Graduation from a standard high school or vocational school with supplemental college level courses in water treatment or pollution control. Experience in the operation of electrical and mechanical equipment and machinery similar to that in a water treatment plant.

Must possess a minimum of Class "C" Operator License (depending on discipline) from State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection.

Salary Range Per Class

• UTILITIES PLANT OPERATOR - CLASS A ($59,043.86 - $104,153.36)
• UTILITIES PLANT OPERATOR - CLASS B ($55,440.24 - $97,796.59)
• UTILITIES PLANT OPERATOR - CLASS C ($52,056.57 - $91,827.78)

This is a designated "Response" classification in the City's Emergency Operations Plan and will require the employee occupying this position to work for declared emergencies. Attendance at National Incident Management System (NIMS) training at the appropriate level is mandatory.