What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utilities Plant Operator Trainee (Drinking Water) position at Forsyth County?
General Description
JOIN OUR TEAM AS A PLANT OPERATOR TRAINEE!
Trainee works in learning the fundamentals of water treatment plant operation. After instruction, orientation and certification, the employee will be expected to carry out those routine duties as required of a licensed plant operator. Skilled work in the operation of drinking water supply and distribution systems, to provide high quality treatment of water in compliance with local rules and regulations.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
PHYSICAL SKILLS/WORKING CONDITIONS: Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and also push or pull heavy objects. May use a handling device (dolly, cart, etc.) or work with another team member to lift and/or move excessively heavy objects. Ability to bend, climb, squat and walk frequently. Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written and visual communication. Ability and willingness to work overtime, rotating shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays.
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Must possess a valid Florida driver's license. Must successfully pass examinations to receive a Class "C" License in water within eighteen (18) months from date of hire.
Applicants who have passed the water certification exam and/or completed/started required course for certification will be given preference.
Note: Candidate hired as "Trainee" in Tier 1 will serve an twelve (12) months probationary period. They are required to complete all educational requirements to acquire a valid State of Florida Water Plant Operator "C" Certificate of Completion within one (1) year of position assignment and obtain the license within eighteen (18) months.
ADA STATEMENT: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., chapter SSA-7 Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.
PASCO COUNTY WAS VOTED ONE OF THE NATION'S TOP WORKPLACES FOR 2021
Benefits Include
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I am aware that the following supplemental questions will determine my eligibility for this position.
Are you a current Pasco County BOCC employee?
Which best describes your highest level of COMPLETED education?
Which best describes the years of experience you have as required for this position?
Do you possess a valid Florida driver's license or have the ability to obtain the license within 30 days from date of hire?
Do you possess a valid Florida C License in Water OR can you obtain it within 18 months from date of hire?
Are you a veteran who served as a member of the armed forces of the United States during a period of war, defined in Title 38, U.S.C., and who was separated from such service under honorable conditions, or the surviving spouse of any such veteran? (SUPPORTING DOCUMENTION IS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION OR NEXT BUSINESS DAY).
I hereby acknowledge that Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law, and consent to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing, and agree to abide by the program and policy if employed by Pasco County BOCC.
Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? Note: If hired, a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, must be completed at the start of employment.
Have you recently retired from the Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or Investment Plan within the last 6 months?
Please specifically explain how your prior work experience and education match the qualifications for this position. (1000 characters or less)
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How did you hear about this position?
If a Pasco County employee referred you, please provide the name of the employee.
JOIN OUR TEAM AS A PLANT OPERATOR TRAINEE!
Trainee works in learning the fundamentals of water treatment plant operation. After instruction, orientation and certification, the employee will be expected to carry out those routine duties as required of a licensed plant operator. Skilled work in the operation of drinking water supply and distribution systems, to provide high quality treatment of water in compliance with local rules and regulations.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
- Knowledge of written and oral, computer communication.
- Ability to perform assigned duties with considerable independence.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Ability to communicate effectively with others.
- Ability to prepare and maintain accurate, detailed operations and maintenance records and reports.
- Ability and willingness to respond to emergency situations such as, floods, tornadoes and other nature and/or unnatural crises to provide for public health and safety.
- Ability to use a computer and related software.
- Customer Commitment - Proactively seeks to understand the needs of the customers and provide the highest standards of service.
- Dedication to Professionalism and Integrity - Demonstrates and promotes fair, honest, professional and ethical behaviors that establishes trust throughout the organization and with the public we serve.
- Organizational Excellence - Takes ownership for excellence through one's personal effectiveness and dedication to the continuous improvement of our operation.
- Success through Teamwork - Collaborates and builds partnerships through trust and the open exchange of diverse ideas and perspectives to achieve organizational goals.
PHYSICAL SKILLS/WORKING CONDITIONS: Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and also push or pull heavy objects. May use a handling device (dolly, cart, etc.) or work with another team member to lift and/or move excessively heavy objects. Ability to bend, climb, squat and walk frequently. Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written and visual communication. Ability and willingness to work overtime, rotating shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays.
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Must possess a valid Florida driver's license. Must successfully pass examinations to receive a Class "C" License in water within eighteen (18) months from date of hire.
Applicants who have passed the water certification exam and/or completed/started required course for certification will be given preference.
Note: Candidate hired as "Trainee" in Tier 1 will serve an twelve (12) months probationary period. They are required to complete all educational requirements to acquire a valid State of Florida Water Plant Operator "C" Certificate of Completion within one (1) year of position assignment and obtain the license within eighteen (18) months.
ADA STATEMENT: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., chapter SSA-7 Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.
PASCO COUNTY WAS VOTED ONE OF THE NATION'S TOP WORKPLACES FOR 2021
Benefits Include
- Florida Retirement System (FRS) retirement plan
- PTO (Paid Time Off)
- Paid holidays
- Group insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Deferred compensation
- Medical leave pool
- Annual medical leave buy-back
- Mid-management/Professional grade, and management personnel may receive 40 hours of admin leave per calendar year.
01
I am aware that the following supplemental questions will determine my eligibility for this position.
- Acknowledge
- Decline
Are you a current Pasco County BOCC employee?
- Yes
- No
Which best describes your highest level of COMPLETED education?
- GED
- High School
- Associate degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate
- None of the above
Which best describes the years of experience you have as required for this position?
- Ten or more years of experience
- Nine years but less than ten
- Eight years but less than nine
- Seven years but less than eight
- Six years but less than seven
- Five years but less than six
- Four years but less than five
- Three years but less than four
- Two years but less than three
- One year but less than two
- Less than one year of experience
Do you possess a valid Florida driver's license or have the ability to obtain the license within 30 days from date of hire?
- Yes
- No
Do you possess a valid Florida C License in Water OR can you obtain it within 18 months from date of hire?
- Yes
- No
Are you a veteran who served as a member of the armed forces of the United States during a period of war, defined in Title 38, U.S.C., and who was separated from such service under honorable conditions, or the surviving spouse of any such veteran? (SUPPORTING DOCUMENTION IS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION OR NEXT BUSINESS DAY).
- Yes
- No
I hereby acknowledge that Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law, and consent to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing, and agree to abide by the program and policy if employed by Pasco County BOCC.
- Acknowledged
- Declined
Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? Note: If hired, a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, must be completed at the start of employment.
- Yes
- No
Have you recently retired from the Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or Investment Plan within the last 6 months?
- Yes
- No
Please specifically explain how your prior work experience and education match the qualifications for this position. (1000 characters or less)
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How did you hear about this position?
- Billboard
- Friend/Family Referral
- Indeed
- Job Fair
- Magazine publication
- Nextdoor
- Pasco County employee
- Pasco County Facebook Page
- Pasco County website/Governmentjobs.com
- Pasco County Traffic Sign
- Utility bill insert
- X/Twitter
- YouTube
- Other
If a Pasco County employee referred you, please provide the name of the employee.
- Required Question