Job title: Wastewater Plant Operator
Company: City of North Port
Job description: General Description
This is skilled work in the operation and inspection of a wastewater treatment plant on a permanent or rotating shift. Position works under the supervision and direction of Superintendent / Wastewater and/or Chief Operator / Wastewater.
Waste Water Operator A: $25.2037 – $40.3260
Waste Water Operator B: $22.0139 – $35.2222
Waste Water Operator C: $20.5737 – $32.9180
Essential Job Functions
- Serves on a permanent or rotating shift, inspects wastewater plant equipment and machinery to determine that all machinery is operating properly; takes samples in plant, collection system and water bodies according to established protocol; performs routine laboratory and analyses to determine effectiveness of treatment process and records results and covers vacant shifts on an as-needed basis.
- Adjusts control devices of processes to provide effective treatment; operates gates, valves and other mechanical equipment as directed.
- Inspects and adjusts treatment plant equipment, such as chlorinators, mixers, pumps, samplers, chemical feeders, and related equipment.
- Inspects recording charts and meters and on the basis of recorded information makes adjustments to controls in conformance with operating instructions.
- Performs and records laboratory analyses.
- Performs maintenance services on a variety of plant equipment and machinery and may assist mechanics in major repairs and installation work.
- Performs deep well injectivity tests per DEP compliance regulations, and exercises all deep well valves for optimal operation.
- Reports malfunctions of equipment to supervisor.
- Assists in establishing and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures.
- Performs various grounds maintenance and housekeeping duties as necessary.
- Reads and records data registered on telemetering gauges involving flow, pressure and other operating parameters.
- Maintains records and prepares periodic summary reports of operations.
(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other related duties as assigned, including City-directed work assignments in the event of a declared emergency.)
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- General knowledge of the operating principles and practices applicable to wastewater treatment equipment and machinery.
- General knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions required of the work.
- General knowledge of remote telemetry systems as they apply to plant operations.
- General knowledge of mechanical maintenance and lubrication requirements of the equipment operated.
- General knowledge of plumbing for light repairs.
- Skilled in the use of small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
- Skilled in using computers for data entry, word processing and accounting purposes.
- Ability to accurately follow routine operating and recording procedures and to understand and follow oral and written instruction.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
- Ability to instruct trainees in plant operations.
- Ability to work in a team environment and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, regulators or customers.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
- Ability to troubleshoot equipment or processes and make minor mechanical repairs or adjustments.
- Ability to maintain accurate and detailed operating records.
- Ability to utilize computer hardware and software effectively.
Education, Experience, Licenses and Certifications
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma is required.
- One (1) year of work experience in the operations of wastewater treatment plants.
(A comparable amount of relevant training, education and/or experience may be substituted for the above qualifications.)
Licenses and Certifications:
- Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License.
Possession and maintenance of a State of Florida Wastewater Operator “C” certification for wastewater treatment.
All benefits are effective the 1st of the month following 30 days.
Aetna – Health Insurance
The City offers eligible employees the choice of 2 Open Access In Network plans and 1 Open Access PPO Plan. Premiums and co-pays are dependent upon your plan choice.
Cigna Dental- Dental Insurance
The City’s dental plan is a PPO plan providing eligible employees with in network or out of network options. You are entitled to two (2) preventive care treatments per calendar year (6 months apart). There is a $1,500 lifetime maximum for Orthodontia (children up to age 19). Premiums will depend on which tier you choose.
EyeMed Vision Care – Vision Insurance
The City’s vision plan allows eligible employees to stay in network or go out of network. Your co-pays will vary depending on the network you use. You are entitled to an exam, frames and lenses once every 12 months.
Cigna Life – Life, Voluntary Life, Dependent Life Insurance
The City offers eligible employees a basic term life insurance benefit equal to their annual salary up to a $75,000 maximum at no charge. You can purchase additional voluntary life insurance for yourself and your dependents.
Cigna – Short Term Disability
The City provides short term disability coverage to all eligible employees at no cost to the employee. This coverage is used in the event of an accident or illness outside of work. The plan pays 66.67% of your weekly salary up to a maximum of $1,000. Benefits begin on the 31st day of your disability. The City offers a buy-up to the Short Term Disability Benefit with a 7 day wait period.
E-Flex – Flexible Spending Account
A flexible spending account helps you pay out-of-pocket medical, dental, eye care, daycare and other expenses, with tax deferred money deducted from your paycheck each payroll. The maximum annual election is $2,500.00. Over-the-counter medications must be accompanied by a doctor’s prescription although other medical supplies will still be eligible for reimbursement. This is a voluntary benefit.
Trustmark- Supplemental Polices
Trustmark Insurance Company offers voluntary supplemental Critical Illness/Cancer, Accident and Universal Life policies which are paid for by the employee.
LifeLock Benefit Solutions
Protect your personal information and defend against attacks with 24/7, proactive identity theft protection from LifeLock. This is an employee paid voluntary program.
ICMA-RC – Deferred Compensation Plans
The City offers eligible employees the opportunity to enroll in a deferred retirement plan. The money that is deducted from your paycheck each payroll is put into this account and is tax deferred at the end of the year. One-on-one meetings with each company are held quarterly so employees can speak with the representative confidentially on preparing for their retirement. This is a voluntary program.
Florida Retirement System – FRS
Eligible employees are enrolled in the Florida Retirement System with an 8 year vesting period. Employees contribute 3% of their gross earnings per payroll which is subject to change with the IRS.
Cigna – Employee Assistance Program
The City offers this program to all employees. This is a confidential counseling program for employees and their families. The City pays for 3 visits and if you choose to continue, you would use the specialist co-pay on your insurance plan. Counseling can include stress, alcoholism, family problems, marriage difficulties, financial trouble, depression, work/life and more.
VPI – Veterinary Pet Insurance
The City offers Pet Insurance as a voluntary benefit. This benefit is not payroll deducted.
Florida Prepaid College Board
Employees are eligible to enroll in college savings programs as well as 529 plans.
Educational Assistance Program
Employees are eligible for job-related or degree required educational assistance reimbursement up to $2,500 per fiscal year (subject to the availability of funds).
Paid Holidays
The City observes 12 paid holidays per year.
Sick Leave and Annual Leave
Full time employees accrue eight (8) hours per month starting on the first day of employment. Accruals and usage will appear on your pay stub each payroll. Full time employees accrue annual leave (vacation) bi-weekly, based on years of service.
Sick Leave Incentive
Employees receive an incentive of up to four (4) days per calendar year for every 250 hours remaining in their sick leave bank. Sick leave incentive days cannot be carried over to the next year.
Personal Leave
Employees are eligible for a maximum of two (2) personal leave days per calendar year when they have accrued 96 or sick more hours. This leave is approved by the department director through the department leave approval process.
Bereavement Leave
Employees are entitled to five (5) days of bereavement leave in the event of the death of an immediate family member. Employees should check the personnel policy or union contracts, whichever is applicable, for the definition of an “immediate family member”.
Expected salary: $75000 per year
Location: North Port, FL