Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator - Hands-On Impact

Broward County, Florida; Pompano Beach (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners seeks a Treatment Plant Operator (Wastewater) to oversee wastewater treatment processes, run pumps and equipment, collect samples and adjust chemicals under supervision, and help maintain plant efficiency.

Qualified candidates will have basic experience with wastewater operations or completed pre-apprenticeship in Water or Wastewater Operations, and must obtain a Class C Water or Wastewater Plant Operator license within two years of hire.

Qualifications

• Requires six months experience in operation or maintenance of mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical equipment similar to that used in treatment plant operations or completion of the Pre-Apprenticeship program in Water or Wastewater Operations.
• Must obtain Class C Water or Wastewater Plant Operator license within two years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment related to wastewater treatment plant processes, including aeration tanks, clarifiers, belt filter press, digesters and related equipment under supervision.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on water and wastewater equipment and collect samples for testing.
• Monitor chemical usage and adjust processes to meet state and county regulations.
• Record daily readings and verify plant performance, documenting outputs and incidents.
• Respond to alarms and assist maintenance crews as needed.

Skills

Wastewater operations knowledge

Water operations knowledge

Plant operation experience

Education

Vocational/Technical School Certification in Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, Environmental science, Water or Wastewater Treatment, or a closely related field

Associates Degree OR higher in Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, Environmental science, Water or Wastewater Treatment, or a closely related field

Tools

Plant equipment operation

Job description

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners seeks a Treatment Plant Operator (Wastewater) to oversee wastewater treatment processes, run pumps and equipment, collect samples and adjust chemicals under supervision, and help maintain plant efficiency.

Qualified candidates will have basic experience with wastewater operations or completed pre-apprenticeship in Water or Wastewater Operations, and must obtain a Class C Water or Wastewater Plant Operator license within two years of hire.