Water Treatment Plant Operator B or 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 committed to employing a talented and diverse workforce. We are currently seeking a Water Plant Operator to join our dynamic Public Services Team. The ideal candidate will performs specialized, skilled work in the operation and maintenance of a water treatment plant, facility, and equipment and grounds on an assigned shift. Incumbents in this classification are expected to exercise independent judgment and initiative in solving routine maintenance and operating problems. If you are ready to take the next step in your career planning and contribute to the growth and development of the City of Dania Beach,

Work Schedule is 3rd Shift Saturday to Wednesday 11:00pm to 7:00am.

• Monitors meters, dials, and gauges and records data on reports or into computer as required.
• Operates pumps, valves, and gates to transfer water from one treatment unit to another.
• Cleans, paints, and performs other service to pumps, motors, tanks, and other plant equipment as necessary.
• Performs basic water plant operational control tests and records results.
• Installs and removes chlorine containers in a safe manner.
• Inspects odor control chemical feed equipment for proper operation.
• Picks up 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 directed when such duties are a logical and appropriate assignment to the position.

What's required: (Minimum Requirements)

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum three (3) years of water plant experience. Equivalent experience can substitute for education on a year-by-year basis
• Class “B” certification in water treatment as issued by the State of Florida
• Possession of a valid Driver’s license with overall good driving record required. If driver’s license is out of state, must be able to obtain a Florida driver’s license within thirty (30) days of hire date
• Must be able to work 3rd Shift Saturday to Wednesday 11:00pm to 7:00am.

What's preferred: (Desired Requirements)

• Five (5) years of water plant experience