Lead Wastewater Operator

ISSUE DATE: 4/9/2024

CLOSING DATE: OUF

ELIGIBILITY: Internal& External

LOCATION: Wastewater Plant

Regular Full-Time

DEFINITION:

The purpose of this job/class within the organization is to supervise, operate, monitor and maintain the wastewater treatment facility to ensure safe and efficient operation within federal, state and local guidelines.

This job/class works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Not all-inclusive):

Analyzes process control results and adjusts operations to maximize efficiency; ensures plant remains within the set limitations set forth by D.E.P. permit.

Schedules, trains, and oversees the duties of Wastewater Plant Operators; participates in hiring, evaluation, and disciplinary activities.

Briefs shift operators on daily operation status, assigns tasks, follows up to ensure proper performance and task completion.

Completes monthly Discharge Monitoring Report for Florida Department of Environmental Protection as required by law.

Provides training and assistance to operators; ensures operational knowledge is up to date.

Inspects and monitors plant mechanical and electrical equipment; adjusts and recalibrates equipment and instrumentation as necessary; ensures the accuracy of equipment monitoring our discharge limits and is required by law.

Reports any abnormal events to the proper authorities and Florida Department of Environmental Protection.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent supplemented by specialized courses/training equivalent to completion of one year of college in wastewater system operations or closely related field.

Requires two years' experience in wastewater operations or closely related experience.

Special Certifications and Licenses:

Requires a State of Florida Department of Environmental Wastewater Operator License Level "B".

BENEFITS: Full City benefits include Florida Retirement System, paid employee health/dental, accrued vacation, birthday day off, sick leave, and more.

Veteran Preference in appointment will be given to those eligible.

To be eligible for Veteran Preference, you must furnish a Department of Defense document, commonly known as form DD-214 (Member 4 Copy recommended) or military discharge papers or equivalent certification from the DVA, listing military status, dates of service and discharge type BEFORE CLOSING DATE OF THE JOB POSTING. Please redact the social security number and date of birth information from all documents submitted.

In addition, the disabled veteran shall also furnish a document from the Department of Defense, the DVA, or the Department certifying that the veteran has a service-connected disability.

If you require accommodation because of a disability to participate in the application/selection process, you must notify the Human Resources Department at 386-878-8750 at least 48 hours (excluding weekends and holidays) before the meeting or activity.

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