This is entry level work of routine difficulty in the operation of a large, complex wastewater treatment plant which includes cryogenic oxygen production, advanced chemical treatment, advanced sludge dewatering facilities and computer process control.
The City offers a wide variety of benefits to employees. In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary, the City participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which offers an investment option and a pension option, and requires a 3% contribution from employees. New hires are automatically enrolled in FRS.
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ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.
- Participates in instructing and familiarizing apprentices and newly hired operators with the various aspects of plant operation
- Performs chemical analysis to ensure it meets highest quality standards
- Observes and reports any abnormalities in quality or equipment around the plant
- Monitors injection well tests; inspects storage tanks around the plant
- Assists in the preparation of various reports; documents sampling results on plant documents
- Reads a variety of charts and meters; maintains accurate log sheet
- Collects samples from different stages of treatment for chemical, physical, or biological analysis
- Prepares work order requests to repair or calibrate plant equipment
- Records and orders chemicals and supplies needed to test samples to analysis; receives and logs in all chemicals and supplies delivered
- Assists in transferring chemicals from bulk tanks to day tanks, as needed
- Attends department meeting and/or safety classes as requested
- Ensures compliance with safety regulations and standard operating procedures, Federal, State, and County regulations
- Monitors automated plant equipment through visual inspection for proper operating parameters and mechanical integrity; maintains a plant log detailing specific information
- Operates and adjusts pumps, agitators, computers, valves, and other equipment in order to maintain the highest degree of treatment
- Collaborates with maintenance staff on specific projects from an operational perspective; adjusts or bypasses specific areas, processes, or equipment to ensure consistent treatment, plant integrity, and safety as required.
- Receives, tests, stores, monitors, changes, and returns liquid chlorine cylinders as needed.
- Works around high voltage, rotating equipment and various hazardous chemicals.
- Performs related work as required
The position involves medium physical demands, such as exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
JOB REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
2. Have one (1) year of operating work experience in an activated sludge wastewater treatment plant. This experience must include sludge processing and chemical treatment including chlorination, polymers and other process control chemicals, and responsibility for preventive maintenance of equipment.
3. Must possess a current State of Florida Class "C" Certified Operator's License in wastewater in compliance with chapter 17.16 of the Florida Administrative Code and all revisions thereof.
4. Possess a Florida driver's license and have an acceptable driving record.
Special Requirements:
Essential Employees may be required to work during a declared emergency. The employee's Department Head will determine who will be required to work.
Non-Essential Employees will not be required to work during a declared emergency but may be required to work in some capacity after the declared emergency. The employee's Department Head will determine when the employee will be required to work.