Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

POSITION TITLE : Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators A, B, C or Trainee

JOB LOCATION : Wastewater Treatment Plant City of Zephyrhills.

SALARY RANGE : Trainee

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.