Wastewater Operator Trainee: Path to Licensed Pro

City of Deltona, FL; Deltona (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

36-hour full-time workweek

12 paid holidays

Deferred compensation (457) options

Tuition reimbursement

Training and development opportunities

Career advancement within municipal政府

Job summary

The City of Deltona is hiring for a Wastewater Operator (Trainee) at Deltona Water. This regular full-time, non-exempt role offers structured trainee progression toward licensed operator status and hands-on experience in wastewater operations.

Starting as a Trainee with pay ranging up to licensed operator levels, you will gain hours and certifications while supporting essential infrastructure and protecting public health and the environment.

Qualifications

• Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent.
• Licensed Operators require one year of experience in wastewater testing, operations or closely related experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitors gauges, meters, and control panels in the treatment process.
• Operates valves, pumps, motors, and engines manually or by remote control.
• Maintains plant operations and records meter readings.
• Extracts samples and conducts routine laboratory tests.

Skills

Independent work

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

SCADA system

Gauges and meters

Control panels

Job description

The City of Deltona is hiring for a Wastewater Operator (Trainee) at Deltona Water. This regular full-time, non-exempt role offers structured trainee progression toward licensed operator status and hands-on experience in wastewater operations.

Starting as a Trainee with pay ranging up to licensed operator levels, you will gain hours and certifications while supporting essential infrastructure and protecting public health and the environment.