Treatment Plant Operator

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Overview

To be responsible for the performance of on-site water or wastewater treatment plant operation on shift assigned.

Essential Functions

• Operates or checks the operation of all plant equipment (i.e., pumps, valves, electric motors, filters, large stationary engines, etc.) at a main water/sewage treatment plant.

• Routes flow of water/sewage fluids and gases.

• Regulates and helps maintain records of flow, tank level, chemical feed rates, etc., between various stages of treatment.

• Reads meters and gauges.

• Performs tests of water including pH, chlorine, residual, conductivity, turbidity, etc.

• Conducts standardized tests.

• Maintains operating logs at all plants/stations.

• Cleans, oils, and performs minor preventive maintenance on pumps, motors and similar equipment.

• Keeps plant facilities clean and orderly.

• Makes minor repairs and adjustments to equipment.

• May request assistance relative to skilled labor and clerical work which may be incidental to plant maintenance/operation.

• The intent of this class description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of classifications given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbent may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this job description.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two (2) years of college with major course work in chemistry, biology, or environmental sciences.

• Three (3) years of experience in the operation of a unit of a large water/wastewater treatment plant.

• Must possess a Class "B" Florida Operator's Certificate; will consider A, B, or C License.

• Possession of and ability to maintain a valid State of Florida Driver's License is required.

Job Based Competencies

• Working knowledge of machines, equipment, materials and operating procedures of a water or wastewater treatment plant.

• Working knowledge of the safety factors involved in handling water/sewage plant equipment.

• Working knowledge of computers, radio telemetry and SCADA systems.

• Ability to conduct laboratory tests, make accurate readings and keep routine records.

• Ability to understand and carry out complicated written and oral work orders.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and with the general public.

• Ability to work overtime, various shifts, weekends, holidays and be on call.

• Ability to effectively communicate with the public.

Responsibility

Under the direction of and responsible to the Department Head or designated representative. Limited supervision of Apprentice Plant Operators, as assigned.

Physical Requirements

This is medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 20 pounds of force frequently. Work requires considerable physical activity including walking, lifting, reaching, stooping, pulling, grasping, balancing, climbing, kneeling, standing, and crouching. Worker is subject to inside and outside activities with a variety of weather changes, noise, vibrations, job hazards, and atmospheric conditions. Visual acuity is required to operate plant equipment and perform maintenance tasks. Worker is required to hear sufficiently to perceive information at normal spoken word levels. Manual dexterity is required to operate equipment in performance of duties.

Public Contact

Extensive contact with the public.

Retirement Benefit

The City of Sarasota made the transition to become a Florida Retirement System (FRS) employer effective December 1, 2021. To learn more about what this benefit may mean for you, please visit Please note that if you are hired to work for the City of Sarasota as an FRS employer, you will be asked to complete a form to certify your FRS status, as there may be an impact to any FRS benefit you are already receiving.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Jake Brown our ADA Coordinator. Jake can be reached via email at  or via phone at

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