Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator A, B, C

Brevard County; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 33,186 - 40,005; Full time

Job summary

Brevard County is seeking a full-time Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator to manage operations at our treatment facilities. This role requires a valid Florida Department of Environmental Protection license and involves shift work, including weekends and holidays.

The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience, as well as skills in operating pumps, motors, and performing routine tests. Successful applicants will contribute to emergency duties as required during disasters.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP).
• Five years of documented hands-on experience for TPO CLASS A.
• Three years for TPO CLASS B and one year for TPO CLASS C.
• Valid Florida driver's license and active FDEP license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily operation, maintenance, and housekeeping at wastewater treatment facilities.
• Take samples and conduct routine laboratory tests.
• Operate various wastewater treatment plant equipment.

Skills

Hands-on experience in wastewater treatment

Ability to operate pumps and motors

Knowledge of OSHA regulations

Forklift operation skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Additional coursework in science or treatment plant operations

Job description

Department: Utility Services Department

Position Type: Permanent Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Open Until Filled.

TPO A - Wastewater: $26.40 to $29.04 hourly

TPO B - Wastewater: $25.18 to $27.70 hourly

TPO C - Wastewater: $24.09 to $26.50 hourly

Selections for current vacancies will be based upon the candidate's highest level of current/active FDEP license held.

Please see the requirements listed below.

Positions are available in the North, Central, and South areas of the County. Work schedule involves shift work and includes evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. Performs experienced crafts and trades work participating in the daily operation, maintenance, and housekeeping typical of wastewater treatment facilities. Work involves operating process pumps, motors, blowers, and other wastewater treatment plant equipment; taking samples of sewage, effluents, and sludge; performing simple, routine laboratory tests, including sludge settling, centrifuge, and chlorine residual tests; and cleaning treatment plant structures and equipment.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent, as required by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP).
• TPO CLASS A - WW: Five (5) years [10,400 hours] of documented hands‑on experience working on‑site in a wastewater treatment facility.
• TPO CLASS B - WW: Three (3) years [6,240 hours] of documented hands‑on experience working on‑site in a wastewater treatment facility.
• TPO CLASS C - WW: One (1) year [2,080 hours] of documented hands‑on experience working on‑site in a wastewater treatment facility.
• Additional college or technical coursework in subjects related to science or treatment plant operations is preferred.

Special Requirements

• Must possess a valid Florida driver's license and maintain it during employment.
• Must possess a valid active Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Class A, B, or C Wastewater Plant Operator's license and maintain it in an active status during employment.
• Must successfully complete an OSHA‑compliant forklift operator training course that meets the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.178 and be able to safely operate a forklift.
• Must be physically capable at all times of properly wearing and utilizing all required personal protective equipment (PPE), which may include respiratory protection.
• Must be able to work planned and unplanned overtime, standby, and call‑out duties on a rotational basis, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• In the event of a hurricane, major storm, or disaster that may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.

These positions are part of an established career ladder.

Physical Requirements Checklist

• The employee must be able to:
  • Lift 50 lbs or more
  • Carry 50 lbs or more
  • Push 50 lbs or more
  • Pull 50 lbs or more
• In an eight‑hour day, the employee may have to:
  • Stand 5‑8 hours
  • Walk 5‑8 hours
  • Sit 5‑8 hours
  • Drive 1‑3 hours
• The employee must repetitively perform:
  • Pulling; fine manipulation (e.g., writing, wiring); operating foot controls; pushing; simple grasping (e.g., pen, screwdriver)
• The employee must be able to:
  • Balance, bend, climb, crawl, dig, jump, kneel, reach, run, smell, stoop
• The employee must have:
  • Color perception, good distant vision, good hearing, good near vision, good speech, use of both eyes
• Other necessary physical activities/traits: N/A

Working Conditions

• At heights above/below ground level; below ground level (ditches, tunnels, etc.); in cold, damp, chilly, hot, high humidity, dusty, moving objects or vehicles, noisy, on or with ladders or scaffolding, on slippery or uneven surfaces; with chemicals or solvents, electricity, water, fumes, smoke, gases, flames, grease, lawn grasses, plants, odors, oils; with poor lighting or ventilation; with vibrations (jackhammers, etc.); working alone or inside/outside; works closely with others