Water Operator

Deltona, City of (FL); Deltona (FL); On-site; USD 72,036,000 - 109,544,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Deltona seeks a dedicated Water Treatment Operator to collect and analyze water samples in accordance with state and federal laws. You will monitor SCADA systems, operate valves and pumps, and document test results during routine plant inspections.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and Florida water license eligibility. A valid Florida driver’s license is needed to access field sites and coordinate with other team members.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Florida water license (Class C/B/A) or ability to obtain within a reasonable time.

Responsibilities

• Operate gauges, meters and control panels to regulate the treatment process.
• Monitor SCADA system and adjust plant operations via radio signals.
• Maintain valves, motors, pumps and engines manually or by remote control.
• Collect samples and perform routine laboratory tests; certify results.
• Inspect plant facilities and ensure grounds are clean and orderly.

Skills

Water sampling

SCADA operation

Instrumentation

Recordkeeping

Education

High School diploma or GED

Florida Water License (Class C/B/A)

Job description

The purpose of this job/class within the organization is to collect and analyze water compliance samples according to state and federal laws. This job/class works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this job/class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job/class as necessary.

Essential Functions:

• Monitors and operates gauges, meters and control panels; controls variations and operating conditions of the treatment process; records meter and gauge headings.
• Monitors SCADA system and sends commands via radio signal to make adjustments at water plants.
• Operates and maintains valves, motors, pumps and engines either manually or by remote control; monitors and adjusts plant operations manually or by computer.
• Cleans and maintains all aspects of the water treatment process, including the ground storage tanks, aerators, filters, pump, well and chemical rooms.
• Extracts samples and conducts routine laboratory tests; documents and certifies test results.
• Conducts change-out of chemical containers and associated equipment as needed.
• Check chloramine residuals onsite and conducts analyzer comparisons with hand-held meters. Also calibrates chlorine analyzers.
• Conducts scheduled plant inspections, certifying completion of such inspections in the facility check sheets and logbooks.
• Ensures that plant facilities and grounds are kept clean, neat and orderly.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

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

Special Certifications and Licenses:

Requires a driver’s license valid in the State of Florida.

• $25.14-$32.69 - Operator I (State of FL Class \"C\" Water License)
• $27.27-$35.46 - Operator II (State of FL Class \"B\" Water License)
• $29.40-$38.23 - Operator III (State of FL Class \"A\" Water License)

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance

The City of Deltona, FL, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City of Deltona, FL, to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.