Water Storage & Pump Stations Operator Trainee/C/B/A

Description

This position is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the city’s water storage and pump station systems. An incumbent in this position may be designed “Operator B”, “Operator A”, or “Operator Trainee.”

Examples of Duties

• Monitors, maintains, and operates water storage and pumping stations.
• Performs water system sampling and bacteriological testing.
• Maintains plant records, including operational logs, daily sheets, and daily, weekly, and monthly logs.
• Performs plant maintenance, including greasing pumps and motors.
• Installs and maintains sample stations.
• Monitors incoming water quality and system pressure.
• Checks chlorine residuals and PH throughout the distribution system.
• Responds to after-hours emergencies when on-call.
• Maintains chemical inventory and reorders as needed.
• Responds to and resolves customer complaints.
• Performs weekly and monthly fire hydrant flushing.
• Operates generators as needed.
• Performs related duties.
  
  

Typical Qualifications

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
• Possession of a Class C Drinking Water Treatment Plant Operator License.
• Ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Florida for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
• Trainee – Must have high school diploma/GED or vocational school; must be able to read and write; should have some experience as a laborer in the operation of similar facilities, or similar experience in the maintenance of motors, pumps and related equipment; must be familiar with computers. In training for Class C Water Treatment Operator’s Certificate issued by the State of Florida DEP.
• Operator C – Must have high school diploma/GED or vocational school; must be able to read and write effectively in a technical environment; must have at least five (5) years of experience in the operation of similar facilities; must be capable of using, or learning, MS Word and MS Excel software, and performing routine data entry; must have Class C Water Treatment Operator’s certification issued by the State of Florida; must have knowledge of regulations, safety standards and occupational hazards associated with job.
• Operator B – Must have high school diploma/GED or vocational school; must be able to read and write effectively in a technical environment; must have at least five (5) years of experience in the operation of similar facilities; must be capable of using, or learning, MS Word and MS Excel software, and performing routine data entry; must have Class B Water Treatment Operator’s certification issued by the State of Florida; must have knowledge of regulations, safety standards and occupational hazards associated with job.
• Operator A - Must have high school diploma/GED or vocational school; must be able to read and write effectively in a technical environment; must have at least five (5) years of experience in the operation of similar facilities; must be capable of using, or learning, MS Word and MS Excel software, and performing routine data entry; must have Class A Water Treatment Operator’s certification issued by the State of Florida; must have knowledge of regulations, safety standards and occupational hazards associated with job.
  
  

Supplemental Information

Knowledge Required By The Position

• Knowledge of potable and reclaimed water management principles and practices.
• Knowledge of state and federal environmental regulations related to water storage and pumping operations.
• Knowledge of water sampling principles and practices.
• Skill in the operation of a variety of tools and equipment.
• Skill in prioritizing and planning.
• Skill in the analysis of data and the preparation of reports.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
  
  

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Water Storage and Pump Station Superintendent assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include state and federal regulations and city and department policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

• The work consists of related plant and pump station operation and maintenance duties. Inclement weather and heavy traffic contribute to the complexity of the position.
• The purpose of this position is to operate and maintain the city’s water storage and pumping systems. Successful performance contributes to the provision of safe drinking water to customers.
  
  

CONTACTS

• Contacts are typically with coworkers, other city personnel, vendors, representatives of state agencies, and members of the general public.
• Contacts are typically to exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table. The employee frequently lifts light objects, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell.
• The work is typically performed in an office and outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee is exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, and machinery with moving parts. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.
  
  

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

None.

• These are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not excluded them from the position if the work is similar, relate, or a logical assignment to the position.
  
  

PTO Leave: Leave begins accruing immediately. The schedule varies slighter for Fire Fighters.

Years Of Service Completed Annual Leave Cap Available

less than 5 years: 152 hours

5 to 9 years: 176 hours

10 to 14 years: 200 hours

15 to 19 years: 224 hours

20 years: 248 hours

PTO begins accruing immediately. At the end of the year, any unused annual leave will roll over to the next year. Time will be accrued bi-weekly and shown on each paycheck.

RETIREMENT: General employees are fully vested after 10 years of employment. Employees can become partially vested at five (5) years of service. Partial vesting at five (5) years is 50%, six (6) years 60%, seven (7) years 70%, eight (8) years 80%, and nine (9) years 90%. General Employees are eligible for normal retirement upon the earlier of reaching age 55 and the completion of 10 years of credited service or reaching age 50 and the completion of 20 years of credited service. The amount of normal retirement benefit is based on your credited service and average final compensation. See General Employees’ Pension Plan Summary for more details.

HOLIDAYS: Employees receive 14 holidays per year. The holidays are:

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• Presidents' Day
• Memorial Day
• Juneteenth
• July 4th
• Labor Day
• Veterans' Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Friday After Thanksgiving
• Christmas Eve
• Christmas Day
• New Year's Eve
• Employee's Birthday
  
  

INSURANCE:* Florida Blue Health, Humana Dental & Securian Disability, Basic Life, and AD&D Insurance premiums are paid in full by the City for the Employee. Florida Blue Tiered Family Coverage available but paid by Employee via paycheck. (Blue Option LG Plan 03559 Spouse only $621/month; Child/Children $531/month; and Family $1,188/month) (Blue Option LG Plan HDHP Spouse only $280/month; Child/Children $244/month; and Family $535/month).

Spouse Dental Coverage only $34.85/month; Child/Children $49.31/month; Family Dental Coverage $87.48/month. Vision Coverage available: Employee only: $5.24/month; Spouse only $10.50/month; Child/Children $9.97/month; and Family $15.67/month). Both are covered by Humana. The City also offers a suite of Allstate Worksite products available for purchase.

Note: Insurance coverage takes effect on the 1st of the month following your hire date.

• Rough estimates are not necessarily exact.
  
  

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