Salary: $17.06 - $31.61 Hourly
Location : Bradenton, FL
Job Type: Full-Time (12 Hour Shift)
Job Number: 24-00298
Department: Utilities
Opening Date: 04/26/2024
Closing Date: 5/6/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
General Information

Location: 17915 Waterline Rd., Bradenton, Fl
Days and Hours : (12 Hour Shifts) 2 Days on 2 Days off / Nights 8:00 pm - 8:00 am
In accordance with level of qualifications, to perform various duties associated with the operation and maintenance of Manatee County water plants, related facilities, and equipment. NOTE: POSITION LEVEL AND SALARY WILL BE DEPENDENT ON QUALIFICATIONS (DOQ).
ADDITIONAL "CAREER INCENTIVE" PAY IS AWARDED FOR THE FOLLOWING LEVELS: OPERATOR II/CLASS "B" LICENSE - $1.00 PER HOUR; OPERATOR III/CLASS "A" LICENSE - $1.50 PER HOUR.
Job Description

Essential Functions: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
Performs maintenance and repair to pumps and other related equipment.
Reads gauges, collects and analyzes samples, regulates chemicals and maintains appropriate records (includes handling chemical bags and properly mixing chemical solutions.)
Monitors operations and ensures mechanical defects, equipment malfunctions, etc., are handled appropriately.
Operates water filters; maintains proper water levels; washes filters when necessary; maintains proper water in tank and covered storage reservoir by operating pumps and opening and closing valves (only as directed by immediate supervisory.)
Cleans equipment, facilities and grounds as required.
Participates in various related continuing education programs.
Communicates clearly, effectively and tactfully, orally and in writing, including reading, understanding and following a variety of technical laboratory, operations and maintenance procedures.
Works emergency situations (including weather and other extreme conditions) as required.
Performs other duties as requested.
Minimum Qualifications

Education Requirements
High school graduate/equivalent. Courses in Chemistry or related subjects desired.
Experience Requirements
Trainee: No experience required; prior experience in servicing mechanical equipment and machinery desired.
Operator I, II, III: Prior experience related to the operation of mechanical/electrical equipment.
Desired: Experience in operating a fork lift.
License Requirements
Trainee: No license required; must secure FDEP Class C Water Plant Operator License within two (2) years of employment.
Operator I: FDEP Class "C" Water Plant Operator License
Operator II: FDEP Class "B" Water Plant Operator License
Operator III: FDEP Class "A" Water Plant Operator License
Full Time Positions
Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

• ComPsych- offers all employees and their family members with emotional, financial, legal, and work/life balance support.
• LAMP counselors available for personal support including emotional, substance abuse, marital, and financial issues.
• Five (5) free visits annually for employees and covered family members.

Wellbeing Benefits:

• Wellness/Health Coaches (5 Free per year)
• On-site Fitness Centers for you and your dependents with 24/7 access
• Personal Training (5 Free per year)
• Pharmacy Technician
• Group Fitness Classes
• Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy Management
• Diabetes Care Program
• Registered Dietician (5 Free per year)
• Massages with licensed therapist (small copay)

Miscellaneous Benefits:

• Workers' Compensation
• Training/Seminars
• Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladders
• Government employee discounts at many retailers and attractions
• Access to Manatee County Library Services (books, digital services, tools, museum passes).

Paid Time Off:

• 12 Paid Holidays including New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
• Three (3) Personal Holidays
• Personal Sick Leave
• Family Sick Leave
• Sick Leave Bank (Donated Hours)
• Professional Medical Appointment Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave
• Military Training Leave
• FMLA

Vacation Award: Applies to employees regulary sceduled to work 8 hours per day/40 hours per week.
Years of Service Vacation Days
0-5 16.25 days
6-10 19.50 days
11 22.75 days

• Earn an additional day of vacation every six (6) consecutive months of no sick leave.

Insurance:

• Award-winning Health Plan with deductibles as low as $0.
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Prescription Insurance
• Life Insurance (6 times salary at low cost)
• Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance

Retirement:

• Florida Retirement System (FRS) with Pension Plan and Investment Plan options.
• 457b Tax Deferred and ROTH account options through Voya.
• FRS Webinars
• Free financial guidance with licensed, non-commissioned financial planner

Career Wellness:

• Professional Leadership Programs
• Instructor-Led and eLearning Training
• Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladders
• Career Counseling
• Toastmasters
• Networking Membership (Manatee Chamber of Commerce, Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance)
• Employee Recognition Programs with monetary and time-off awards

Education Benefits:

• Tuition Reimbursement eligible after six (6) months of service, including GED reimbursement.
• Continuing Education support through Training/Seminars and Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladder.
• Public Safety Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Flexible Spending Account:

• Options for Health Care and Dependent Care Spending Accounts providing pre-tax savings.

Permanent Part Time - Benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
•ComPsych - offers all employees and their family members with emotional, financial, legal, and work/life balance support.
•LAMP counselors available for personal support including emotional, substance abuse, marital, and financial issues.
Miscellaneous Benefits:
•Workers' Compensation
•Training/Seminars
•Fitness Center Access for employee only
•FRS options
•Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladders
•Government employee discounts at many retailers and attractions
•Access to Manatee County Library Services (books, digital services, tools, museum passes).
Paid Time Off:
•12 Paid Holidays including New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
•Three (3) Personal Holidays
•Paid Time Off and Leaves of Absence are based on an 8 hrs./day - 80/hrs. per pay-period basis, any work schedule less than this will earn on a pro-rated basis.
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VERY IMPORTANT - When answering supplemental questions about experience, education or certification, please be sure the information is reflected in the Education, Work Experience and Certificates and Licenses sections of your application.
Must include Monthly Salary, Name of Employer, Location, Phone Number and Duties for each employer in Work Experience.
Note: "See Resume" is not acceptable.
Identify all gaps not related to medical reasons.

• I acknowledge the above statement

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If you are claiming Veteran's Preference, please check category of eligibility

• A disabled veteran who is eligible for receiving compensation under public law administered by Department of Veteran's Affairs and Department of Defense
• The spouse of a veteran who cannot qualify for employment because of total and permanent service-connected disability, or spouse of a veteran missing in action, captured or forcefully detained by a foreign power
• A wartime veteran who has served at least 1 day during a wartime period (active duty for training may not be eligible)
• An un-remarried widow or widower of a Veteran who died of a service-connected disability
• The mother, father, legal guardian, or un-remarried widow or widower of a service member who died as a result of military service under combat-related conditions as verified by the U.S. Department of Defense
• A current member of any reserve component for the United States Armed Forces or the Florida National Guard
• A veteran with a "Honorable" discharge (Active duty for training may not be allowed for eligibility)
• Not claiming Veteran's Preference

03

Which level of education have you achieved?

• No high school equivalency
• High school graduate/equivalent
• Associates degree
• Bachelors degree
• Masters degree

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Are you willing and able to work hours outside of the normal scheduled workday including night shift, after-hours, weekends, and holidays when needed?

• Yes
• No

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What is your level of experience using a computer? If no, experience type "None".
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Please describe your specific experience Water Treatment Plant experience. If no experience, please type "None".
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Are you willing and able to work emergency situations (including weather and other extreme conditions) as required?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess a Florida D.E.P. Water Treatment Plant Operator License, please enter level/license or if not enter "None"?
Required Question