Wastewater Operator Trainee
$33,508,800–$485,472,000 year
On-siteHaines City, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Conduct wastewater treatment system operations by assisting with lab tests, sample analysis, and equipment maintenance. Monitor and adjust system flows, treatment conditions, and storage levels while maintaining daily reports and logs. Perform plant and equipment cleaning, including grounds maintenance and basic pump/motor upkeep, under the direction of the Wastewater Superintendent. Complete required training classes, tests, and on-the-job activities to obtain a Class C Wastewater Plant Operator License within 12–18 months. Work shift schedules and respond to emergency call-outs, with possible deployment during county emergency declarations.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- Must be able to obtain a Class C Wastewater License within 12 - 18 months of hire date
- Attention to detail, accuracy, and safety
- Ability to communicate and present oneself professionally
- Ability to perform or learn basic mathematical equations in the performance of analysis and calculation of dosage
- Ability to read, interpret, and follow technical information, directives, manuals, memos, reports, and other work-related materials
- Ability to write analysis sheets, reports, inventories, logbooks, purchase orders, and work requests
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working and professional relationships with City employees' officials, and the general public
- Ability to take and follow oral instructions
- Ability to work under high demands, short time constraints, and pressure in a fast-paced work environment
- Ability to work shift work and respond to emergency call-outs
- Valid Florida Class E driver's license
- Must pass applicable pre-employment testing and background and credit checks
- Must be available to report for work when a declaration of emergency has been declared in Polk County
- Must be able to complete a pre-employment drug screen and physical
- Police Department applicants must be able to take a Polygraph Examination
Desired Qualifications
- Florida Class C Wastewater License
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