POSITION TITLE:
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Trainee
JOB LOCATION:
Wastewater Treatment Plant City of Zephyrhills
SALARY RANGE:
Trainee
$32,760.00-$45,864.00
Annual Starting Salary: $32,760.00 / $15.75/hr Pay Grade Z-151
Non-Exempt / Mandatory Testing
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.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: Trainee works in learning the fundamentals of wastewater treatment plant operation and preforms semi-skilled to skilled work in the construction, maintenance, and repair of wastewater utility plants and systems. After instruction and licensure, this 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: March 25, 2024
THE CITY OF ZEPHYRHILLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER & A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE