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South Walton Utility Co., Inc. is now accepting applications for a licensed Wastewater Plant Operator.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Advanced technical work in the operation and maintenance of a Wastewater Treatment Plant. Work is performed under general supervision of the Wastewater Plant Manager or Wastewater Plan Lead Operator.

Essential Job Functions include:

• Performs work activities associated with the wastewater treatment plant. Ensures safe, effective operation of plant facilities.
• Provides technical support and guidance for subordinates.
• Conducts frequent and periodic inspections of plant to detect malfunctions and initiates corrective actions.
• Maintains accurate and complete records on plant operation and laboratory data.
• Participates in new worker orientation; provides training and instruction to subordinates.
• Executes work and maintenance schedules, ensures that buildings, grounds and equipment are maintained in proper condition.
• Performs routine laboratory tests and collects samples according to set testing schedules.
• Ensures safe use of all chemicals and mechanical treatment related supplies.
• Reads and records daily plant parameters and equipment readings. Makes adjustments to the equipment based on guidelines set by the Lead Operator.
• Performs regularly scheduled “Stand-By Duty” including responding to after-hours alarms and other emergency situations.
• Performs interior and exterior building maintenance, housekeeping chores and grounds maintenance tasks.
• Performs regularly scheduled preventive and emergency maintenance on all electrical and mechanical plant systems.
• May act as supervisor on an assigned shift.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of wastewater treatment plant operations, policies, procedures and methods.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing using the English language with superiors, subordinates, and the public.
• Knowledge of basic math and chemistry.
• Ability to work rotating shifts.
• Ability to make and maintain records and reports.
• Good mechanical skills.

Education and Experience:

• High school graduation or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.
• Three (3) years experience in treatment plant operations which includes laboratory and maintenance duties as experience.

Licenses, Certifications or Registrations:

• Possession of a valid Florida Driver’s
• Class “C” Operators Certificate (Wastewater) as issued by the State of Florida

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS

• Heavy lifting and carrying (up to 50 pounds).
• Balancing, bending, climbing, crawling, kneeling, standing, stooping, and walking
• Pulling, pushing, reaching, and throwing
• Distinguish colors and odors, depth perception
• Driving and operating equipment

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• Works inside and outside in various weather conditions with: chemicals, dust, electrical/radiant energy, fumes, gases, grease/oils, noise, odors, and solvents.
• Poor lighting, raw sewage, slippery and uneven surfaces, vibrations.
• Heights, below ground level and in confined spaces.
• In or around moving vehicles and equipment.
• In or around hazardous areas.
• Recommended immunization against Tetanus and Hepatitis A and South Walton Utility Company, Inc. will provide immunizations; the employee may decline.

Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, vacation and sick leave, 401(k), competitive pay and paid holidays.

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