Utility Plant Operator I (PT-Temporary)

City of Jacksonville Beach

Florida

On-site

USD 36,000 - 46,000

Part time

6 days ago

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Job summary

City of Jacksonville Beach is seeking a part-time utility technician to operate and maintain municipal water, wastewater, or stormwater facilities. The role requires a high school diploma, Florida driver’s license, and a Wastewater Class C license, with on-site responsibilities across several shift patterns.

You will perform laboratory analyses, read and interpret meters, adjust pumps and valves, and document daily activities.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and minimum hours for licensure as prescribed by the DEP.
Driver’s license valid in Florida and a Wastewater Class C License.

Responsibilities

Operates and maintains municipal water or wastewater treatment plant, and/or stormwater systems.
Performs routine laboratory analyses and records results.
Reads meters, charts and records data; enters information into computerized systems.
Regulates motors, pumps, valves, and related equipment to meet conditions.
Prepares reports and maintains logs; may lead operator trainees.

Skills

Operating machinery

Data recording

Math calculations

Verbal communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Our Employees Uphold And Promote The Mission, Vision, And Core Values Of The City Of Jacksonville Beach. To Be Successful, An Individual Must Be Able To Perform The Essential Functions Of The Job And Demonstrate a Strong Desire To Be a Part Of Our EPIC Team

Empowerment Pride Integrity Communication Teamwork

Job Summary And Essential Functions

This position performs intermediate skilled and technical work in the operation of municipal water, wastewater, or stormwater treatment plants and related facilities; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Utility Plant Superintendent or Utility Plant Deputy Superintendent. Work may be specialized according to the assigned division.

Essential Functions

Operates and maintains municipal water or wastewater treatment plant, and/or stormwater systems, performing all duties in accordance with all applicable local, state and federal policies, procedures, safety rules, laws, regulations, and quality standards. Representative tasks may include any or all of the following:

Starts, stops, and operates machinery, equipment and systems necessary for the proper functioning of the treatment plant and facilities; inspects, adjusts, and performs minor repairs and cleaning of equipment; reports malfunctions of equipment to supervisor; assists mechanics in major repairs and installation of equipment.
Performs routine laboratory and bacteriological analysis to determine effectiveness of the treatment process and records results.
Inspects, monitors, reads, and interprets recording charts, dials, and meters to determine flow and feed rate; enters data into computerized system.
Regulates and adjusts motors, pumps, blowers, valves, and other apparatus to meet changing operating conditions.
Operates, cleans, and services pumps, hoses, and strainers; removes solids; lubricates and cleans machinery and equipment as required.
Prepares reports and maintains records and daily logs.
May act as a lead worker providing guidance, direction and training to plant operator trainees and unskilled and semi-skilled workers as assigned.
Alternates with others on a rotating standby off-hours call schedule as assigned.
Performs related tasks as required.

Qualifications And Physical Demands

Education and Experience

A high school diploma or equivalent and the minimum hours required for licensure as prescribed by the Department of Environmental Protection.

Special Qualifications

A driver’s license valid in the State of Florida and a Wastewater Class C License.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Thorough knowledge of operating principles, processes, and theories applicable to water and wastewater treatment, equipment, and machinery.
Thorough knowledge of mechanical operations and maintenance of the equipment operated.
Thorough knowledge of the occupational hazard and safety precautions required of the work.
Ability to accurately follow routine operating and recording procedures.
Ability to detect faulty operating characteristics in equipment or processes and make minor mechanical repairs or adjustments.
Ability to operate and monitor heavy and light equipment, pumps, motors, valves, and structures.
Ability to instruct subordinate operators in plant operations.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
Ability to read meters and charts accurately.
Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

This position is part of the Qualification Advancement Program. To advance to Utility Plant Operator II, an employee must complete the minimum hours required for licensure as prescribed by DEP and obtain a Water or Wastewater Class B License.

Physical Demands

Required

The work is medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required:

Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling while walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. The amount of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equity.
Climbing: Ascending or descending terrain, ladders, stairs, ramps, poles, and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands. Body agility is emphasized.
Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
Kneeling: Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
Manual Dexterity: Picking, pinching, or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling.
Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, haul, or tug objects in a sustained motion.
Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward, or outward.
Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
Standing: Particularly for sustained periods of time.
Stooping:Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. Occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles.
Visual Acuity: Required for operation of machines and observing general surroundings and activities.
Vocal Communication: Required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.

Work Environment And Other Information

Work Environment

The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, hazards, atmospheric conditions, oils, working in confined spaces, and wearing an appropriate respiratory protection device as necessary. The worker may be exposed to blood borne and/or waterborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment.

Other Information

Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the City of Jacksonville Beach and the employee and is subject to change by the City as the needs of the City and requirements of the job change.

The City of Jacksonville Beach provides veterans’ preference and priority in employment to eligible servicemembers, veterans, and certain spouses and family members under Chapter 295, Florida Statutes. Certain eligible servicemembers and veterans may qualify for a waiver of a postsecondary educational requirement. We encourage eligible applicants to apply and to indicate any claim for veterans’ preference in their application.

The City of Jacksonville Beach provides a wide array of benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Our comprehensive benefit programs include medical, dental and vision plans; life insurance coverage for you and your dependents; flexible spending plans for medical reimbursement and dependent care; an employee assistance program for you and your dependents. We also provide an extensive wellness program that includes activities, lunch and learns, and health fairs.

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For external candidates, the starting salary for this position is between $26.47 and $33.39 per hour, depending on qualifications. For internal candidates, the starting salary will be based on A.04 and A.05 of the City's Personnel Policies and Procedures. Is this acceptable to you?

This is a temporary, part-time position and does not include benefits. Is this acceptable to you?

This temporary, part-time position requires flexible weekend hours between 5:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., rotating shifts, and on-call availability. Occasional holiday work and emergency call-backs may also be required. Are you willing and able to work these hours as needed?

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