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Brevard County
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator A, B, C
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What they do
A Water Treatment Specialist or Waste Water Operator operates and monitors equipment in facilities that treat wastewater. Monitors treatment processes so that water is cleaned to meet public health and environmental standards and is safe for drinking or releasing into the environment.
$51,385 / year median in Florida
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator A, B, C Brevard County United States, Florida, Melbourne 2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way (Show on map) Jul 18, 2026
Must possess a valid active Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Class A, Class B, or Class C Wastewater Plant Operator's license and maintain said license in an active status during the term of employment. Must be able to successfully complete an OSHA-compliant forklift operator training course, that meets the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.178, and be able to safely operate a forklift. Must be physically capable at all times of properly wearing and utilizing all required personal protective equipment (PPE), which may include respiratory protection. Must be able to work planned and unplanned overtime and standby and call-out duties on a rotational basis, including nights, weekends, and holidays. In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man-made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed. These positions are part of an established career ladder.
Department:
Utility Services Department Position Type:
Permanent Full Time/Part Time:
Full Time Open Until Filled. TPO A•Wastewater:
$26.40 to $29.04 hourly TPO B•Wastewater:
$25.18 to $27.70 hourly TPO C•Wastewater:
$24.09 to $26.50 hourly Selections for current vacancies will be based upon the candidate's highest level of current/active FDEP license held. Please see the requirements listed below. Positions are available in the North, Central, and South areas of the County. Work schedule involves shift work and includes evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. Performs experienced crafts and trades work participating in the daily operation, maintenance, and housekeeping typical of wastewater treatment facilities. Work involves operating process pumps, motors, blowers, and other wastewater treatment plant equipment; taking samples of sewage, effluents, and sludge; performing simple, routine laboratory tests, including sludge settling, centrifuge, and chlorine residual tests; and cleaning treatment plant structures and equipment.REQUIREMENTS
A high school diploma or its equivalent, as required by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP),PLUS:
TPO CLASS A
•WW:
Five (5) years [10,400 hours] of documented hands-on experience working on-site in a wastewater treatment facility.TPO CLASS B
•WW:
Three (3) years [6,240 hours] of documented hands-on experience working on-site in a wastewater treatment facility.TPO CLASS C
•WW:
One (1) year [2,080 hours] of documented hands-on experience working on-site in a wastewater treatment facility. Additional college or technical coursework in subjects related to science or treatment plant operations is preferred.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must possess a valid Florida driver's license and maintain said license during the term of employment.Must possess a valid active Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Class A, Class B, or Class C Wastewater Plant Operator's license and maintain said license in an active status during the term of employment. Must be able to successfully complete an OSHA-compliant forklift operator training course, that meets the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.178, and be able to safely operate a forklift. Must be physically capable at all times of properly wearing and utilizing all required personal protective equipment (PPE), which may include respiratory protection. Must be able to work planned and unplanned overtime and standby and call-out duties on a rotational basis, including nights, weekends, and holidays. In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man-made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed. These positions are part of an established career ladder.