Certified Operator A,B,C/Apprentice Operator

Apprentice Operator - $23.00 (Grade LU8)

Certified Operator C - $24.84 (Grade LU9)

Certified Operator B - $26.83 (Grade LU10)

Certified Operator A - $28.98 (Grade LU11)

Job Summary

Under the direction of a Certified Operator or the Chief Operator, performs technical work in the operation of an advanced wastewater treatment facility on an assigned shift. An employee in this classification is responsible for the proper operation and care of a variety of specialized wastewater equipment. Work involves proper operation and regulation of plan equipment and processes to maintain compliance with the requirements of the regulatory agencies. Work includes collecting samples for the laboratory, recording meter readings, operating chemical feed rates and maintaining process control parameters. This employee is required to know and to work in accordance with established operating procedures; however, the individual must have the ability to depart from the procedure under the direction of a supervisor.

Essential Job Functions

• Works under the direction of the shift Lead Operator.
• Monitors operations daily, performs checklists, records meter readings and computes accordingly.
• Monitors biological activities and trends.
• Maintains chemical storage tank levels and system pressures.
• Performs minor repairs to mechanical equipment, basic preventive and corrective maintenance to plant equipment, buildings and grounds.
• Reports breakdowns to the Lead Operator of his/her assigned shift.
• Performs monitoring tests such as Cl2 residuals, alkalinity, alkalinity, pH process control testing and dissolved oxygen.
• Essential Employees may be required to work during a declared or undeclared emergency.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of mechanics and pump operation.
• Skill in basic equipment maintenance and plumbing.
• Skill in the use of a variety of computer programs, including Microsoft Office, GIS or CAD and various other office equipment.
• Ability to make algebraic calculations.
• Ability to work shift work, holidays and weekends.
• Ability to understand the concepts and terminology related to chemistry and biology.
• Ability to read and understand written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work in accordance with established operating procedures and be able to depart from the procedure under the direction of a supervisor.
  
  

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED certificate with courses in high school biology, chemistry and algebra classes; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Special Qualifications

For positions requiring the operation of City vehicles, must possess a valid current Florida driver's license, or be able to acquire one within 45 days of hire. Must throughout the training period demonstrate the ability to obtain a class "C" water operator's license within two (2) years of date of employment [Certification consists of completion of one (1) year of on-the-job training, completion of an approved training course and passing of the state operator's examination]. Must become a certified operator within two years of date of hire by following standards and criteria set forth in State of Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulations Operator's Certification, Section 486.540-552.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Required

The work is generally medium and may require exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and up to 30 pounds of force frequently to move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required:

• Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling while walking, standing or crouching on narrow, or slippery surfaces.
• Climbing: Frequently ascends / descends ladders, stairs, scaffolding, or ramps.
• Crawling: Ability to frequently move on hands and knees or hands and feet.
• Crouching: Ability to frequently bend the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
• Feeling: Ability to perceive attributes of objects by touch.
• Dexterity: Primarily with fingers, as in picking, pinching, or typing.
• Grasping: Applying pressure with the whole hand.
• Handling: Picking, holding, or otherwise working with the whole hand.
• Hearing: Ability to hear and understand at normal speaking levels with or without correction.
• Kneeling: Ability to frequently bend legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
• Lifting: Ability to lift and move objects
• Mental Acuity: Ability to make rational decisions.
• Pulling / Pushing: Ability to occasionally move objects up to 50 pounds.
• Reaching: Ability to frequently extend hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
• Repetitive Motion: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers.
• Speaking / Talking: Ability to communicate clearly, accurately and concisely through speech.
• Standing: Particularly for sustained periods of time.
• Stooping: Ability to frequently bend body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.
• Visual Acuity: Ability to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; and/or extensive reading, operating motor vehicles; including color, depth perception, and field vision.
• Walking: Ability to walk long distances to perform tasks and to move from one job site to another.
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires the ability to be sensitive to change and responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs. Work may be performed in both in and out-of-door environments with exposure to the wind, rain, cold, heat and cramped spaces.