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Water Treatment Plant Operator Trainee

4 months ago


Fort Lauderdale, United States City of Fort Lauderdale, FL Full time

The City of Fort Lauderdale community builders possess a passion for public service demonstrated by a high degree of enthusiasm, self-reliance, and job proficiency. They effectively convey the vision and mission of the organization and provide excellent service and satisfaction to our internal and external customers._

Under the supervision of a Certified Water Treatment Plant Operator I or the supervisor, an employee will operate and care for a variety of water treatment plant equipment during an assigned shift.
Performs entry level work in the operation and maintenance of a treatment plant and related equipment. The purpose of this classification is to prepare the employee for Class "C" level certification required for employment as a Water Treatment Plant Operator I. After instruction and orientation, the employee will be expected to carry out routine duties as performed by a Water Treatment Plant Operator I. Monitors automated plant equipment through visual inspection for proper operating parameters and mechanical integrity. Maintains a plant log detailing specific information to be saved for record and following shifts. Takes samples at multiple sample points for laboratory analysis and as appropriate compares to automated instrumentation outputs; records and presents findings.
**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**:

- Assists in monitoring automated plant equipment through visual inspection for proper operating parameters and mechanical integrity; maintains a plant log detailing specific information
- Collects samples, measures, and tests plant processes levels, and others; compares data to automated instrumentation outputs as appropriate ; Performing daily chemical analyses, in accordance with state mandated requirements and federal guidelines, for alkalinity, pH, hardness, fluoride, chlorine, color, turbidity, temperature, chlorides, and LSI (Langlier Corrosive Index).makes corrections and necessary adjustments under supervision Operates and adjusts blowers, pumps, agitators, computers, valves, and other equipment in order to maintain the highest degree of treatment under supervision
- Assist with maintenance staff and Plant Operators on specific projects from an operational perspective; adjusts or bypasses job specific areas, processes, or equipment to ensure consistent treatment, plant integrity, and safety
- Assists in preparing work order requests to repair or calibrate plant equipment
- Receives, tests, stores, monitors, changes, and returns liquid chlorine cylinders as applicable
- Complies with safety regulations and standard operating procedures
- Gains knowledge of Federal, State, and County regulations for safe drinking water and wastewater compliance including the Florida Administrative Code (FAC)
- Observes and report any abnormalities in water quality or equipment around the plant
- Monitors chemical deliveries; monitors the transfer of chemicals; orders and receives chemicals for laboratory analysis
- Assists in the preparation of various reports; documents sampling results on plant documents
- Reads a variety of charts and meters; maintains accurate log sheet
- Works around high voltage, rotating equipment and various hazardous chemicals.
- Performs related work as required

**JOB REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT**:

- High School Diploma on G.E.D. equivalency. Additional qualifying experience or completion of coursework at an accredited college or university in a job related field, may substitute on a year-for-year basis for one year of the required experience or education.
- Must obtain a Class "C" Water Treatment Plant Operator's License by the third examination attempt or within two and one-half (2-1/2) years from the date of hire as an, apprentice whichever comes first

**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.

**HOW TO APPLY/ VETERAN INFORMATION**:
Depending on the number of applicants and the quality of their education and experience, the examination may consist of one or more of the following tests: Evaluation of Training & Experience, Oral Interview, Written Examination, or other assessment method. Applicants must attain a minimum score of 70 in each part of the examination in order to qualify. All successful applicants may be required to take a medical examination and/or pass a drug screening prior to appointment.
- The City of Fort Lauderdale offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holi