Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator - City of Zephyrhills
Zephyrhills, FL 33542
About the Job
POSITION TITLE: Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators A, B, C or Trainee
JOB LOCATION: Wastewater Treatment Plant City of Zephyrhills.
SALARY RANGE:
Trainee
- $32,760.00-$45,864.00 Annual.
- Starting Salary: $32,760.00 / $15.75/hr Pay Grade Z-151.
C License*
- $43,901.53-$61,462.15 Annual.
- Starting Salary: $43,901.53 / $21.11/hr. Pay Grade Z-157.
B License*
- $50,821.51-$71,150.12 Annual.
- Starting Salary: $50,821.51 / $24.43/hr. Pay Grade Z-160.
- Non-Exempt / Mandatory Testing.
A License*
- $56,030.72-$78,443.00 Annual.
- Starting Salary: $56,030.72 / $26.94/hr. Pay Grade Z-162.
*$7500 Sign-on Bonus available to Licensed Wastewater Operators A, B, and C Only
FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT STATUS: Applicable.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or GED.
- Must have knowledge of Work Zone Safety practices and possess a valid State of Florida Class B CDL driver license with airbrake endorsement, or obtain within six (6) months of employment.
- Trainee: A background in wastewater collection and lift station based pumping systems is desirable. Must obtain a State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection Class C Wastewater Operator’s license within eighteen (18) months of employment.
- C License: Possess a State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection Class C Wastewater Operator’s license. Supplemented by one (1) year of documented experience in water or wastewater treatment operations.
- B License: Possess a State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection Class B Wastewater Operator’s license. Supplemented by three (3) years of documented experience at the full performance level in wastewater treatment operations.
- A License: Possess a State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection Class A Wastewater Operator’s license. Supplemented by five (5) years of documented experience at the full performance level in wastewater treatment operations.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
- Each position performs operational and maintenance duties of the City’s 3.85 MGD Wastewater Treatment Plant.
- Performs sampling and testing of wastewater streams and processes.
- Maintains automated sampling and testing of equipment.
- Selected candidate may expect to operate heavy machinery, operate a sludge press and complete other related duties as assigned.
- Positions are subject to emergency call-outs and must be able to work overtime including nights, weekends, and holidays, as required.
- Performs other related duties as required or assigned.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
- The selected candidate will have a background check, drug testing and complete a physical exam before employment.
- Tasks accomplished for this position involve regular and, at times, sustained physical exertion.
- Possession and maintenance of a valid Florida driver license is also required before employment.
- The compensation package will start at the base salary range and may vary based on proven abilities of the individual selected.
- The City of Zephyrhills has an excellent benefit package, which includes medical, dental, life insurance and Florida Retirement System (FRS).
HOW TO APPLY:
Submit a current job application to:
- HUMAN RESOURCES CITY OF ZEPHYRHILLS 5335 8th STREET
- ZEPHYRHILLS, FL 33542
- Applications available at: https://www.ci.zephyrhills.fl.us/194/Employment-Applications
CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled.
DATE POSITION AVAILABLE: November 7, 2023.
THE CITY OF ZEPHYRHILLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER & A DRUG FREE WORK PLACE.
Source : City of Zephyrhills