Treatment Plant Operator Assistant Chief (Water Conserv II)

This position is located at the Water Conserv II Water Reclamation Facility located at5420 L.B. McLeod Road Orlando FL 32811.

Nature of Work:

Performs responsible technical supervisory and administrative work assisting in operating a wastewater treatment plant on an assigned shift. Responsibilities include but are not limited to collecting samples removing sludge performing laboratory tests inspecting and adjusting equipment and maintaining records. Performs the Treatment Plant Operator Chiefs duties in their absence. Work performed requires the employee to possess technical expertise from previous work experience. Considerable initiative and independent judgment are necessary for completing technical and supervisory assignments and training operators in lower classifications. Work is performed under the supervision of a Treatment Plant Operator Chief. Performance is reviewed through analyses of plant records and reports conferences direct observation and results obtained.

Minimum Qualifications:

Highschool Diploma or equivalent plus five (5) years experience operating a wastewater treatment plant; or an equivalent combination of education training and experience. Valid Florida Drivers License required. Current Florida Wastewater Operator A Certificate for Wastewater Treatment required or possess a Florida Wastewater Operator B Certificate for Wastewater Treatment and obtain a Florida Wastewater Operator A Certificate for Wastewater Treatment within one (1) year from date of hire. Must pass wastewater aptitude test given by the City of Orlando at the time of interview. Must pass annual respirator physical; no facial hair allowed between the face and the sealing surface of the face piece. Must have a cell/home telephone or be able to be contacted in an emergency work situation. Some lead or supervisory experience preferred.

Important: To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process please contact Human Resources at or 407.246.2062.

If this posting indicates a degree is required the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows:

• Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelors degree;
• Six (6) years of direct experience for a masters degree; or
• Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.