Water Treatment Plant Operator - 3rd Shift (B/A)

City of Dania Beach; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Dania Beach is seeking a Water Plant Operator to join the Public Services Team. This role involves operating and maintaining a water treatment plant, equipment, and grounds on a 3rd shift (Saturday to Wednesday, 11:00 pm–7:00 am).

The incumbent will exercise independent judgment in solving routine maintenance and operating problems. Essential duties include monitoring meters and tests, operating pumps, and supervising trainee operators on shift.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required (or equivalent).
• Minimum three years of water plant experience (equivalent experience may substitute for education).
• Class B certification in water treatment as issued by the State of Florida.
• Possession of a valid Driver’s license with a good driving record; Florida license within 30 days if out of state.

Responsibilities

• Monitors meters, dials, and gauges and records data.
• Operates pumps, valves, and gates to transfer water between treatment units.
• Cleans, paints and services pumps, motors, tanks, and other plant equipment.
• Performs basic water plant operational control tests and records results.
• Installs and removes chlorine containers safely.
• Inspects odor control chemical feed equipment for proper operation.
• Collects water samples for testing.
• Adjusts plant process within established policy.
• Performs custodial duties on plant grounds and buildings.
• Supervises operator-trainees and C level operators on shift.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Skills

3 years water plant experience

Valid Driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Class “B” certification in water treatment

Job description

The City of Dania Beach is seeking a Water Plant Operator to join the Public Services Team. This role involves operating and maintaining a water treatment plant, equipment, and grounds on a 3rd shift (Saturday to Wednesday, 11:00 pm–7:00 am).

The incumbent will exercise independent judgment in solving routine maintenance and operating problems. Essential duties include monitoring meters and tests, operating pumps, and supervising trainee operators on shift.