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Sarasota County Government

(Water) Treatment Plant Operator - R14132

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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

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Job Description

Department:
Public Utilities About Our Job Operate and maintain mechanical and electrical equipment in connection with the operation of water treatment plant facilities and distribution system.
Job Description:
ESSENTIAL
Collect, record and interpret data for completion and utilization of operation and maintenance records as directed. Collect samples and perform chemical analyses as directed. Perform daily operations of pumps, motors, valves and other treatment plant equipment as directed so that the plant will operate within the parameters of tis operating permit and specific rules established by the applicable regulatory agencies. Respond to emergency operational requirements as needed. Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on pumps, motors, valves and other treatment plant equipment as directed. Perform housekeeping and grounds maintenance as directed. Perform other additional duties as directed by the Chief Treatment Plant Operator and respond to emergency operational requirements as directed. Day Shift Job Duties outside of the plant facility Collecting samples, reading meters, maintains equipment Job Duties inside the plant facility Monitor overall performance of the treatment process, run water quality analysis, monitor SCADA system and perform required repairs and preventative maintenance on treatment equipment Afternoon Shift Job Duties outside of the plant facility Collecting samples, reading meters, maintains equipment Job Duties inside the plant facility Monitor overall performance of the treatment process, run water quality analysis, monitor SCADA system and perform required repairs and preventative maintenance on treatment equipment Midnight Shift Job Duties outside of the plant facility Collecting samples, reading meters, maintains equipment Job Duties inside the plant facility Monitor overall performance of the treatment process, run water quality analysis, monitor SCADA system and perform required repairs and preventative maintenance on treatment equipment Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and county requirements Other duties as required Perquisites /
Allowances:
Must wear
Uniforms and Safety Shoes About You Minimum Qualifications:
Possession of a Class "A" "B" or "C" Water Treatment Plant Operator's License as issued by the State of Florida and required by the position. Possession of a valid Florida Driver's License.
Preferred Qualifications:
A High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. Chemistry, mathematics and electrical mechanical maintenance and experience in the operation and maintenance of water treatment plants preferred.
Job Competencies:
Pumps, motors, test and lab equipment, computer knowledge and data input.
Safety training:
Hazcon, Confined Spaces, Hearing Protection, Bloodborne Pathogens, Respirators, Workplace Violence, Lockout/Tagout, Fire Extinguishers, Personal Protective Equipment, Hazardous Waste Operations About Everything Else Pay:
$18.66 (Step 1) - $20.40 (Step 4) Depending on License This Posting is currently Open Until Filled