Treatment Plant Operator A, B, or C - Water Treatment

A skilled and licensed technical position responsible for the proper plant operation and monitoring of the treatment process of a Water Treatment Plant.**KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:** • Knowledge of principles and practices of water treatment plant operations. • Knowledge of operating principles of plant equipment such as valves, pumps and motors. • Knowledge of methods and techniques of maintaining, repairing and troubleshooting water plant equipment and processes. • Knowledge of standard principles of the natural sciences including chemistry and biology. • Knowledge of basic mathematical principles. • Knowledge of laboratory analysis techniques and health standards for water. • Knowledge of operational and safety regulations pertaining to water treatment plant operations and vehicle and equipment usage. • Knowledge of water treatment chemicals used within the plant and their safe use and application. • Knowledge of sampling methods and techniques. • Knowledge of office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications. • Knowledge of occupational hazards and standard safety practices and procedures. • Knowledge of pertinent federal, state and local laws and regulations pertaining to water treatment. • Able to operate and monitor water treatment plant equipment. • Able to read, interpret and calibrate gauges and other recording devices related to water treatment plant operations. • Able to take liquid and solid samples and perform routine laboratory tests. • Able to diagnose operating problems and take effective courses of action. • Able to make independent technical decisions to maintain proper treatment process. • Able to maintain pertinent records and compile data into written reports. • Able to perform routine to difficult maintenance, repairs and installations to plant equipment such as pumps, valves, and electronic monitoring devices. • Able to read, interpret and understand technical manuals, drawings, blueprints, schematics, and diagrams. • Able to schedule maintenance and repair of water treatment plants. • Able to logically solve problems. • Able to participate in and complete safety training courses including CPR and Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) training. • Able to operate office equipment including computers and supporting software applications. • Able to adapt to changing technologies and learn functionality of new equipment and systems. • Able to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. • Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. **EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:•** High school diploma or equivalency certificate required. • Must have at least five years’ experience working in Water Treatment Plant operations. • Valid Florida driver’s license required. • Must hold a valid Florida Class "A", "B", or "C" Water Operator License. **Essential Physical Abilities** **:** Code: Constant = 2/3 or more of the time Frequent = from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time Occasional = up to 1/3 of the time N/A = Not applicable | **Physical Skills** | **Constant** | **Frequent** | **Occasional** | **N/A** | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Heavy lifting (45 lbs. and over) | | | X | | | Moderate lifting (15 to 44 lbs) | | X | | | | Light lifting (under 15 lbs) | X | | | | | Heavy carrying (45 lbs and over) | | | X | | | Moderate carrying (14 to 44 lbs) | | | X | | | Light carrying (under 15 lbs) | X | | | | | Reaching above shoulder | | X | | | | Use of fingers | X | | | | | Both hands required\_ | X | | | | | Climbing (use of legs and arms) | X | | | | | Climbing (legs only) | X | | | | | Good near vision | X | | | | | Good distant vision | X | | | | | Both eyes required | X | | | | | Depth perception | X | | | | | Distinguishing basic colors | X | | | | | Distinguishing shades of colors | X | | | | | Good hearing (with or without hearing aid) | X | | | | | Straight pulling | X…