- Salary
- $30 – $46/hr
- Location
- FL 33309, FL, FL, US
- Seniority
- Lead
- Education
- High School
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
- Leads and trains subordinate operational and maintenance staff assigned; advises and instructs on methods and techniques for improving efficiency of duties and operations
- Monitors, controls, and troubleshoots operations of water treatment facilities
- Submits draft revisions to existing procedures to incorporate regulatory changes, new chemicals, and new equipment. Maintains records of personnel on duty, conditions, changes, access, emergencies, and other issues of note associated with the water treatment facility in log and/or on specific worksheets and computer uploads
- Prepares and/or updates existing data logs and prepares drafts of the various regulatory and compliance reports needed for the operating plant
- Performs lab tests of processed water at pre-determined intervals of the process, including clear well and finished water
- Makes chemical adjustments in relationship to water conditions and equipment specifications or conditions
- Inspects chemical rooms and process areas for abnormalities
- Maintains chemical inventory; orders, tracks, and receives chemicals; maintains proper documentation
- Tests, monitors, records, evaluates, troubleshoots, and adjusts the operation of plant emergency generator and auxiliary equipment
- Assists contractors and consultants with specific tasks
- Assists in preparing standard operating procedures
- Oversees Plant operations to remain in compliance
- Works around high voltage, rotating equipment, and various hazardous chemicals
- Ensures compliance with safety regulations and standard operating procedures and Federal, State, and County regulations
- Stays abreast of new and revised regulatory documents such as the Florida Administrative Code, utilizes this knowledge to recommend changes to his supervisor
- Reviews the various historical documents contained in the various computer drives to learn about the Comprehensive Utility Master Plan, City's Strategic Plan and other previous reports on the plant's performance and compliance
- Reviews archival files and the world wide web to locate drawing, specifications, related documents as they pertain to the plant equipment and its processes
- Performs related work as required
- High School Diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent
- Three (3) or more years of experience in the operation of a water treatment plant
- Must possess a current State of Florida Class "B" Water Operator's license in compliance with the Florida Administrative Code and all revisions thereof
- Proficiency in SCADA, Microsoft Excel and Word
- To claim Veterans’ Preference, candidates must attach to the application a copy of military separation papers (DD214) and service-connected disability documentation (if applicable) to meet eligibility requirements as stipulated by Florida Statues. For additional information, please refer to the Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs. (link: https://floridavets.org/benefits-services/veterans-preference/)
The City of Fort Lauderdale receives a high volume of applications, so not every applicant who meets the minimum qualifications will be guaranteed an interview. Candidates are selected for interviews based on how closely their education and work experience match the specific requirements of the position.
Applicants will be subject to an extensive selection and screening process, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written; oral and performance-based testing; skills assessment; interview; employment check, background investigation; medical examination; and drug screen. For Public Safety positions, the process additionally includes polygraph examinations and psychological evaluations. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.
All applicants, including current City of Fort Lauderdale employees, need to fully detail their work experience on the employment application. Applicants must ensure that all required documents submitted are in a format that is acceptable, clear, and legible. It is the applicant’s responsibility to update their online profile with accurate personal information, work history, education, and certifications each time they submit a new application. Incomplete applications may result in disqualification.
The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Veteran’s Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace.
For technical support with your application, contact GovernmentJobs.com (link: GovernmentJobs.com) from 9 am to 9 pm EST, Monday to Friday, at (855) 524-5627 or email [email protected].
