What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator C, B, A position at City of North Port?
This is skilled work in the operation and inspection of a wastewater treatment plant on a permanent or rotating shift. Position works under the supervision and direction of Superintendent / Wastewater and/or Chief Operator / Wastewater.
- Serves on a permanent or rotating shift, inspects wastewater plant equipment and machinery to determine that all machinery is operating properly; takes samples in plant, collection system and water bodies according to established protocol; performs routine laboratory and analyses to determine effectiveness of treatment process and records results and covers vacant shifts on an as-needed basis.
- Adjusts control devices of processes to provide effective treatment; operates gates, valves and other mechanical equipment as directed.
- Inspects and adjusts treatment plant equipment, such as chlorinators, mixers, pumps, samplers, chemical feeders, and related equipment.
- Inspects recording charts and meters and on the basis of recorded information makes adjustments to controls in conformance with operating instructions.
- Performs and records laboratory analyses.
- Performs maintenance services on a variety of plant equipment and machinery and may assist mechanics in major repairs and installation work.
- Performs deep well injectivity tests per DEP compliance regulations, and exercises all deep well valves for optimal operation.
- Reports malfunctions of equipment to supervisor.
- Assists in establishing and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures.
- Performs various grounds maintenance and housekeeping duties as necessary.
- Reads and records data registered on telemetering gauges involving flow, pressure and other operating parameters.
- Maintains records and prepares periodic summary reports of operations.
- General knowledge of the operating principles and practices applicable to wastewater treatment equipment and machinery.
- General knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions required of the work.
- General knowledge of remote telemetry systems as they apply to plant operations.
- General knowledge of mechanical maintenance and lubrication requirements of the equipment operated.
- General knowledge of plumbing for light repairs.
- Skilled in the use of small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
- Skilled in using computers for data entry, word processing and accounting purposes.
- Ability to accurately follow routine operating and recording procedures and to understand and follow oral and written instruction.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
- Ability to instruct trainees in plant operations.
- Ability to work in a team environment and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, regulators or customers.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
- Ability to troubleshoot equipment or processes and make minor mechanical repairs or adjustments.
- Ability to maintain accurate and detailed operating records.
- Ability to utilize computer hardware and software effectively.
Education and Experience:
Licenses and Certifications:
- High School Diploma from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma is required.
- One (1) year of work experience in the operations of wastewater treatment plants.
Licenses and Certifications:
- Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License.
Emergency Response Responsibility
Every City employee has emergency response responsibilities, though not every position will require routine assignments during an emergency event. All employees are subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations, which may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the normal work location, and may include duties other than those specified in the employee's official job description. Assignments in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature, with little advance notice, and may require employees to relocate to emergency sites with physically and operationally challenging conditions.
Vets Preference Statement
The City of North Port, FL is an Affirmative Action/ADA/Veterans’ Preference and Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Minorities, and Persons with Disabilities are Encouraged to Apply.
Salary : $44,973 - $88,150