Water Operations Service Worker/Water Treatment Plant Operator "A", "B," or "C"

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB *This is a fluid position, meaning there is a career path in this position that has an established criterion that outlines advancement opportunities. Upon gaining experience and the furthering of education and/or gaining of certifications, advancement is readily available.* Assists in the operation and maintenance of treatment facilities to control the flow and processing of potable water. EXAMPLES OF WORK • Collects bacteriological sampling and other DEP and EPA mandated sampling in adherence with strict protocols. • Performs stand-by work, which includes responding to alarms, Control Room calls, and emergencies during non-business hours, troubleshooting, maintenance, and coordination. • Responds to customer inquiries and complaints and provides information, direction, or referral. • Performs general facility maintenance duties at public water supply wells, tanks, and booster stations. • Utilizes SCADA and GIS database to monitor the water system. • Assists Water Treatment plant Operators with daily checks at wells, tanks, and booster stations. • Assists in monitoring and adjusting water treatment equipment. • Performs maintenance and troubleshooting on process equipment. • Records data and laboratory test and analysis. • Replaces and inspects chlorine cylinders. • Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS WATER OPERATIONS SERVICE WORKER: Education, Training and Experience: High school diploma or GED, supplemented by one (1) year of experience in work related to water operations, such as plumbing, mechanical experience, water sampling, or other field work on a public water system; or an equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities Licenses and/or Certificates: Requires a valid driver’s license. Must obtain a Class “C” Drinking Water Treatment Plant Operator License issued by the State of Florida within 18 months of hire. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Defense Biometrics Identification System (DBIDS) badge. (Pay Range: $25.15 - $28.85) WATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR “C” Education, Training, and Experience: High school diploma or GED supplemented by six (6) months experience in water treatment plant operations; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Licenses and/or Certifications: Requires a valid driver license. Requires a valid Class “C” Drinking Water Treatment Plant Operator’s license issued by the State of Florida. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Defense Biometrics Identification System (DBIDS) badge. (Pay Range: ($28.55 - $32.77) WATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR “B” Education, Training, and Experience: High school diploma or GED supplemented by one (1) year of experience in water treatment plant operations; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Licenses and/or Certifications: Requires a valid driver license. Requires a valid Class “B” Drinking Water Treatment Plant Operator’s license issued by the State of Florida. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Defense Biometrics Identification System (DBIDS) badge (Pay Range: ($30.43 - $34.94) WATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR “A” Education, Training, and Experience: High school diploma or GED supplemented by three (3) years’ experience in water treatment plant operations; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Experience with Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook is preferred. Licenses and/or Certifications: Requires a valid driver license. Requires a valid Class “A” Drinking Water Treatment Plant Operator’s license issued by the State of Florida. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Defense Biometrics Identification System (DBIDS) badge. (Pay Range: ($34.59 - $39.72) OTHER REQUIREMENTS Physical Requirements: Must be able to operate a variety of hand-held and electrical equipment and tools. Must be able to exert over 100 pounds of force occasionally, or 50 to 100 pounds of force frequently, or 10 to 25 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Requires the ability to perform manual labor and remain on feet for extended periods of time. Working environment is consistent with a typical water treatment plant and the potential exposure risks. Tasks include considerable bending, stooping, climbing, etc., and working in confined spaces. Physical demands are in excess of those for sedentary work. Language Ability: Requires the ability to communicate effectively in Standard English. Must be able to speak with clarity, and to articulate information to others. Requires the ability to read and interpret a variety of policy and procedure manuals, and technical terminology regarding processing operations, equipment and machinery maintenance and meter/gauge interpretation. Intelligence: Requires the ability to apply principles of common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions; to deal with problems involving concrete variables in or from standardized situations; to perform manual labor and machine operations; to make independent judgments in the absence of supervisor; to acquire knowledge of topics related to primary occupation. Numerical Aptitude: Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide; may require the ability to calculate decimals and percentages, compute ratio and proportion. Interpersonal Temperament: Requires the ability to deal with people beyond receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under minimal levels of stress when confronted with an emergency or tight deadline. Requires the ability to exercise consistent tact and courtesy when in frequent contact with various professionals, county staff, and the general public. 01 Please indicate which best describes your highest level of completed education. No formal education completed, but I have relevant experience High School Diploma or GED Associates Degree Bachelors Degree Masters Degree or above None of the above 02 If you stated completion of a degree in the previous question, please state your major (if none, please enter "N/A") in the space provided. 03 How many years of experience do you possess in work related to water operations, such as plumbing, mechanical experience, water sampling, or other field work on a public water system? None Less than 1 year At least 1 years but less than 3 years At least 3 years but less than 5 years At least 5 years but less than 7 years 7 years or more 04 Please describe your experience in work related to water operations, such as plumbing, mechanical experience, water sampling, or other field work on a public water system do you possess (if none, please enter "N/A") in the space provided. 05 Please indicate which license you currently possess. Class A Drinking Water Treatment Plant Operator's License issued by the State of Florida Class B Drinking Water Treatment Plant Operator's License issued by the State of Florida Class C Drinking Water Treatment Plant Operator's License issued by the State of Florida None of the above 06 If you answered 'None' to the previous question, can you obtain a Class "C" Drinking Water Treatment Plant Operator License issued by the State of Florida within 18 months of hire? Yes No I already possess a Class "A", "B", or "C" Drinking Water Treatment Plant Operator License issued by the State of Florida. 07 Do you have experience performing maintenance and troubleshooting on process equipment? Yes No 08 If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please describe your experience (if none, please enter "none") in the space provided. 09 Do you possess a class "A" Commercial Driver's License? Yes No 10 This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Defense Biometrics Identification System (DBIDS) Card. To obtain a DBIDS Card, military and civilian individuals must pass the military installation’s screening requirements. Do you have the ability to obtain and maintain a (DBIDS) card? Yes No 11 Do you possess a valid driver license? Yes No Required Question