- 04-Oct-2018 (MST)
- Public Works
- Deltona, FL, USA
- Hourly
- Full Time
Health + Dental
LICENSED WATER OPERATOR I, II, or III (Depending on State of Florida Certification)
ISSUE DATE: 10/31/2018
CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled
ELIGIBILITY: Internal & External Applicants
LOCATION: PW
One (1) Full Time Vacancies for a Water Operator I, II, or III depending on State of Florida certification with experience.
Position is subject to being "on call" and working after normal City work hours as well as on weekends and holidays.
Anticipated Hiring Rate of Pay (Depending on Qualifications):
- Operator I (State of FL Class "C" Water License): $18.36/hr. - $23.87/hr.;
- Operator II (State of FL Class "B" Water License): $19.28/hr. - $25.06/hr.;
- Operator III (State of FL Class "A" Water License.): $20.24/hr. - $26.32/hr.
DEFINITION: The purpose of this job/class within the organization is to collect and analyze water compliance samples according to state and federal laws. This job/class works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Not all inclusive): Monitors and operates gauges, meters and control panels; controls variations and operating conditions of the treatment process; records meter and gauge headings. Monitors SCADA system and sends commands via radio signal to make adjustments at water plants. Operates and maintains valves, motors, pumps and engines either manually or by remote control; monitors and adjusts plant operations manually or by computer. Cleans and maintains all aspects of the water treatment process including the ground storage tanks, aerators, filters, pump, well and chemical rooms. Extracts samples and conducts routine laboratory tests; documents and certifies test results. Conducts change-out of chemical containers and associated equipment as needed. Check chloramine residuals onsite and conducts analyzer comparisons with hand held meters. Also calibrates chlorine analyzers. Conducts scheduled plant inspections, certifying completion of such inspections in the facility check sheets and log books. Ensures that plant facilities and grounds are kept clean, neat and orderly. Performs related work as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent. Requires one year experience in water testing, operations or closely related experience.
Upload H.S. Diploma/GED and operator license to the application.
REQUIRED LICENSES: Valid Florida driver's license.
Operator I: requires State of Florida Class "C" water license
Operator II: requires State of Florida Class "B" water license
Operator III: requires State of Florida Class "A" water license
BENEFITS: Full City Benefits to include Florida Retirement System, paid Employee Health/Dental, accrued vacation, sick leave, and more.
Veteran's Preference in appointment will be given to those eligible.
In addition, the disabled veteran shall also furnish a document from the Department of Defense, the DVA, or the Department certifying that the veteran has a service-connected disability
If you require an accommodation because of a disability to participate in the application/selection process, you must notify the Human Resources Department at 386-878-8750 at least 48 hours (excluding weekends and holidays) prior to the meeting or activity.
We are proud to be a Drug-free, Tobacco-free and an Equal Opportunity Employer!
