Utilities Plant Operator - East Port WRF

h2About the Department/h2pstrongspan style="color: rgb(223,53,12);"Starting salary range is based on licensure and experience.brPlant Operator quot;Cquot; - $21.99 - $29.12brPlant Operator quot;Bquot; - $23.31 - $30.88brPlant Operator quot;Aquot; - $24.70 - $32.73/span/strongbrbrp style="margin: 0.0in;margin-top: 24.0pt;text-align: center;"stronguJOB SUMMARY/u/strong/pp style="margin: 0.0in;text-align: justify;"Performs technical skilled work in the safe and efficient operation at an assigned wastewater treatment plant according to local, state, and federal guidelines and laws. Work requires the exercise of technical knowledge and independent judgment in making treatment process adjustments and maintenance to plant equipment, machinery, and related control apparatus in accordance with established procedures and standards; and in the collection and analysis of effluent, sewage, and sludge samples. May act as lead worker, training plant operators, and unskilled and semiskilled workers, as assigned by the supervisor./pp style="margin: 0.0in;margin-top: 0.25in;text-align: center;"stronguESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/u/strong/pul style="list-style-type: disc;"liOperates and maintains wastewater treatment plant, performing all duties in accordance with all applicable locals, state, and federal policies, procedures, safety rules, laws, regulations, and water quality standards.nbsp;liStarts, stops, and operates machinery, equipment, and systems necessary for the proper functioning of the plant; inspects, adjusts, and performs minor repairs and cleaning of treatment plant equipment; reports malfunctions of equipment to supervisor; assists mechanics in major repairs and installation of equipment.nbsp;liPerforms routine laboratory and bacteriological analysis to determine effectiveness of the treatment process and records results.nbsp;liInspects, monitors, reads, and interprets recording charts, dials, and meters to determine flow and feed rates, and electrical current flow; performs routine adjustments to controls in conformance with operating instructions to ensure that the purifying process is functioning properly.nbsp;liOperates and cleans pumps, hoses, and strainers; removes solids from bar screens; oils, greases, rags, and cleans machinery and any other plant appurtenance as required.nbsp;liPrepares routine reports and maintains records and daily logs.nbsp;liPerforms various grounds maintenance duties.nbsp;liMay act as a lead worker providing guidance, direction, and training to plant operator trainees and unskilled and semi-skilled workers as assigned by the supervisor.nbsp;liProvides exceptional customer assistance, problem-solving, and/or complaint resolution by all forms of communication.nbsp;/ulbr/ph2Position Duties/h2pp style="margin: 0.0in;"strongEducation and Experience:/strong/pp style="margin-top: 0.0in;margin-right: 0.0in;margin-bottom: 6.0pt;margin-left: 0.25in;margin: 0.0in;"An equivalent combination of relevant training, education and experience:/pul style="list-style-type: disc;margin-left: 0.0in;"liHigh school diploma or equivalent:ol style="list-style-type: circle;"liFlorida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Operator Certification Program only accepts General Educational Development (GED) issued by the American Council on Education through an approved GED Administrator./olliOne (1) year of experience in operating a wastewater / water treatment plant.nbsp;/ulp style="margin-top: 0.25in;margin-right: 0.0in;margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin-left: 0.0in;"strongspan style="color: black;"Licenses and/or Certificates:/span/strong/pul style="list-style-type: disc;"liMust maintain a valid driver’s license.liMust maintain a valid Florida Wastewater Operator quot;Cquot; License for Domestic Wastewater or Water Treatment./ul/ph2Minimum Qualifications/h2pul style="list-style-type: disc;"liKnowledge of departmental policies, plans, and procedures.liKnowledge of modern office practices, plans, and procedures.liKnowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other job-related computer programs and software applications.liKnowledge of operating principles, practices, theories applicable to water/wastewater treatment, equipment, and machinery.nbsp;liKnowledge of mechanical maintenance and lubrication requirements of the equipment operated.nbsp;liKnowledge of the occupational hazard and safety precautions required of the work.nbsp;liSkill in effective communication, both orally and in writing.liSkill in prioritizing and organizing work.liSkill in the use of office equipment such as a computer, multi-line telephone system, scanner, fax machine, and copier.liAbility to accurately follow routine operation and recording procedures.nbsp;liAbility to detect faulty operating characteristics in equipment or processes and make minor mechanical repairs or adjustments.nbsp;liAbility to operate and monitor heavy and light mowing equipment, pumps, motors, valves, and structures.nbsp;liAbility to exercise judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting department rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.nbsp;liAbility to make recommendations and to use resourcefulness and tact in solving new problems.nbsp;liAbility to instruct subordinate operators in plant operations, and to act as lead worker with a team of subordinates and/or peers.nbsp;liAbility to ascertain priorities and meet deadlines and objectives.nbsp;liAbility to perform complex mathematical calculations.nbsp;liAbility to maintain accurate records and reports.nbsp;liAbility to operate a motor vehicle.nbsp;liAbility to provide internal/external guidance and customer assistance via all forms of communication.liAbility to use computers for data entry, word processing, and/or accounting purposes.liAbility to author reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.nbsp;liAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers, service providers, other employees, and the general public./ul/ph2Other Qualifications/h2pp style="margin: 0.0in;"stronguPHYSICAL DEMANDS/u/strong/pp style="margin: 0.0in;"Stooping, crouching, walking, pulling, grasping, hearing, seeing up close, seeing far away, kneeling, reaching, pushing, talking, standing, finger movement, repetitive motions, depth perception. nbsp; Frequent lifting up to 25 pounds; occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds./pp style="margin: 0.0in;margin-top: 0.25in;"stronguWORK ENVIRONMENT/u/strong/pp style="margin: 0.0in;"Work typically requires moderate exposure to one or more disagreeable conditions (i.e., irate customers, outdoors weather conditions, excessive noise, extreme heat, odors or dust)./pp style="margin: 0.0in;margin-top: 0.25in;"stronguRISK/SAFETY CONDITIONS/u/strong/pp style="margin: 0.0in;"The position requires moderate exposure or risk to physical health and/or physical safety (e.g., exposure to environmentally hazardous material, heavy equipment, assault and battery, communicable disease, etc.)./pbrp style="margin: 0.0in;margin-bottom: 6.0pt;text-align: justify;"strongspan style="color: inherit;"Charlotte County is an Affirmative Action/ADA/Veterans’ Preference and Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Minorities, and Persons with Disabilities are Encouraged to Apply./span/strong/pbr/p