Treatment Plant Operator Assistant Chief

Starting Salary : $31.59 - 40.28

Performs responsible technical, supervisory, and administrative work assisting in operating a wastewater treatment plant on an assigned shift. Responsibilities include but are not limited to supervising staff as well as assisting in the operations of a shift, this may include collecting samples, removing sludge, performing laboratory tests, inspecting and adjusting equipment, and maintaining records. Performs the Treatment Plant Operator Chief's duties in their absence. Work performed requires the employee to possess technical expertise from previous work experience. Considerable initiative and independent judgment are necessary for completing technical and supervisory assignments and training operators in lower classifications. Work is performed under the supervision of a Treatment Plant Operator Chief. Performance is reviewed through analyses of plant records and reports, conferences, direct observation, and results obtained.

Minimum Qualifications :

Associate's Degree or Technical Certificate, plus five (5) years experience operating a wastewater treatment plant; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Valid Florida Driver's License required. Current Florida Wastewater Operator “A” Certificate for Wastewater Treatment required or possess a Florida Wastewater Operator “B” Certificate for Wastewater Treatment and obtain a Florida Wastewater Operator “A “Certificate for Wastewater Treatment within six (6) months from date of hire. GOAA (Greater Orlando Aviation Authority) security badge required to work at the Water Conserv I Facility. Must pass wastewater aptitude test given by the City of Orlando at the time of interview. Must pass annual respirator physical; no facial hair allowed between the face and the sealing surface of the face piece. Must have a cell / home telephone or be able to be contacted in an emergency work situation. Some lead or supervisory experience preferred.

Important : To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at jobs@orlando.gov or 407.246.2062.

If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows :

• Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
• Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or
• Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.

Our Benefits Package

The City of Orlando provides a competitive benefits package. Visit our City Benefits website for more information.

Background and Drug Testing Policy

All job offers with the City of Orlando are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and a physical examination by an agency determined by the City. The physical examination includes screening for the presence of illegal narcotic substances.

The City of Orlando will use a Consumer Reporting Agency to obtain background information. As such, you may be entitled to certain rights if you are not selected based on information contained in that report. For more information, including information about your rights, go to www.ftc.gov / credit .

The City of Orlando Veteran's Policy

If an applicant claiming veterans' preference for a vacant position is not selected for the vacant position, he / she may file a complaint with the Florida Department of Veterans Affairs by contacting them at 727-319-7462. A complaint must be filed within 21 days of the applicant receiving notice of the hiring decision. If no notice is given by the City and the position has been filled, a complaint must be filed within three months of the date the application was received by the City. If the position has not been filled, the complaint deadline is extended until one month after the position is filled.

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