Wastewater Operator C

Job Characteristics The City of Eustis is seeking a trustworthy, responsible individual who under supervision, performs skilled work involving the operation and maintenance of water or wastewater treatment plant facilities. Work is performed independently in accordance with established policies and procedures.

EXAMPLES OF MACHINES, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT - Chemicals such as chlorine and polymer for wastewater and chlorine and fluoride for water; motors; pumps; valves; gauges; lawn mower; various hand tools and equipment; various custodial tools and equipment; heavy equipment such as tractors, trucks, loaders (Wastewater-belt press)

SUPERVISION RECEIVED - Lead Operator, Foreman, Supervisor Essential Job Functions

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS –

• Operates and maintains valves, gates, pumps, engines, generators and other equipment;
• Maintains cleanliness of facilities;
• Repairs mechanical equipment and machinery;
• Monitors, calculates, interprets and records gauges, meters and control panels;
• Extracts samples and performs tests to determine processing requirements;
• Makes necessary adjustments to chlorinators and other machinery and equipment;
• Oversees and trains Operator Trainees, when required;
• Reviews and maintains records and reports;
• Prepares and submits departmental forms such as DER, HRS, EPA;
• Assists the City in the preparation for and aftermath of a major emergency, such as a hurricane or other storm or disaster, as needed.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS –

• Performs general maintenance and labor work such as mowing, cleaning, laying pipe & concrete, painting;
• Wastewater Department - drives and operates sludge truck
• Performs other related duties, as required.

Requirements

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills - Knowledge of water or wastewater treatment plant operation; knowledge of the occupational hazards involved in treatment and disposal; knowledge of the repair and maintenance of pumps and related equipment; knowledge of basic chemistry and mathematics as they relate to treatment plant operation. Ability to maintain accurate records; ability to work well with others; ability to inspect and repair mechanical equipment and machinery; ability to read meters and charts accurately; ability to perform shift work (nights, weekends and holidays); ability to drive a vehicle; ability to remain at a city work shelter, before, during and after a hurricane or other storm or disaster, if asked Skill in mechanical repair. Working Hours:Generally, normal working hours for this position are from 7:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. However, this employee will be required to work on-call on rotation during nights and weekends. Supplemental Information Physical Demands - This is moderately heavy work most of the working time. Requires frequent walking; frequent standing, climbing, stooping, reaching, bending; lifting 50+ pounds, carrying/ pushing/pulling 50+ pounds; good finger/hand dexterity and hand/eye coordination; good eyesight; hearing and speech or vocal communication (for safety); working in adverse environmental conditions (heat, cold, rain, etc.); regular driving and operation of assigned equipment. Minimum Qualifications - High School Diploma or recognized equivalent; Class "C" Water Treatment Operator's License (Water Dept.); or Class "C" Wastewater Treatment Operator's License (Wastewater Dept.) issued by the State of Florida; supplemented by one (1) year responsible experience in water or wastewater operation, preferably at the Operator C level. Valid Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License with an acceptable driving record is required for the Water Department.

Salary Information:

$20.87 per hour ($43,417.65 per year); EXCELLENT benefits. Applicants should expect a starting salary of $20.87 per hour. Only applicants with the most job-related qualifications will be selected for interview and further consideration. Additional consideration may be given to applicants with more extensive education, training, or experience. Following a thorough background investigation including a criminal history and driver’s license check, the candidate will be given a conditional offer of employment. The final candidate will be required to pass a drug test and medical exam. Benefits: Excellent health insurance with several options available, 100% dental coverage for employee, paid sick and vacation leave, generous matching 401(a) plan, 100% tuition reimbursement for continuing education, free employee fitness center, and more!

Closing Date:

Open until closed by the City

Important Information:

Applications must be received no later than 5:00 pm on the closing date as listed above. The City may close positions that are posted with an Open closing date at any time, without prior notice. The City’s application is required. The online application is the preferred method but printed applications are also available in person at 109-A East Orange Ave, Eustis. Office hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday thru Friday. For assistance or more information, please visit Human Resources at www.eustis.org or call 352-483-5472. Under Florida Law, all application materials are public record and subject to public scrutiny.

Benefits

To: Candidates for Employment with the City of Eustis

The City is Proud to Announce the Following General Employee Benefits:

(Please note: This is a summary only and is not intended to be a complete description of covered benefits. This information does not replace, add to or change the City’s personnel rules or other written policies, regulations, contracts or certificates. If a discrepancy arises, the actual policy, regulation, contract or certificate will prevail in all circumstances.)

Health Insurance:

Florida Blue Plans 05901 and 03559 are available at no cost to the employee. Florida Blue PPO Plan 03769 and HMO Plan 55 are available buy-up plans. Dependent coverage is available on all plans for a monthly premium.

Dental Insurance:

Cigna Dental benefits are available at no cost to the employee. Dependent coverage is available for a monthly premium.

VisionCare:

Vision benefits are available through National Vision Administrators (NVA) for a modest premium. Dependent coverage is also available.

Group Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance:

The City provides $20,000 group life insurance and $20,000 accidental death benefits for general city employees. The City provides $50,000 group life and $50,000 accidental death benefits for Department/Division Directors. Employees may purchase supplemental policies through payroll deduction.

Empower 401 Money Purchase Plan:

Funded 6% by City contributions and 4% by employee contributions - must work five (5) years to have a vested interest. Employee contributions are pre-tax. Comprehensive range of investment options is available through Empower.

Empower 457 deferred compensation plan and 457 Roth options are available.

Annual Leave:

Annual leave is earned at the rate of eight (8) hours per month through six (6) years. After seven (7) years, additional accruals per year to a maximum of 188.4 hours (23.55 days) per year.

Sick Leave:

Sick leave is earned at the rate of eight (8) hours per month of employment, not to exceed 96 hours (12 days) per year.

Holidays:

Paid holidays include New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and a Personal Holiday. Full time employees (except Directors, Deputy Directors or equivalent positions), who are required to work on an approved holiday, receive pay at one and one half (1.5) times their regular hourly rate for time worked on that holiday.

Merit Plan/Pay Increases:

Yearly merit increases, when funded, are based on a Performance Evaluation Score.

Funeral Leave:

The City provides for up to 3 days in state and 5 days out of state, upon approval.

Uniforms:

Furnished by the City in certain departments.

Direct Deposit:

Optional but recommended.

Financial Advice:

Free financial advisor available, by appointment.

Tuition Reimbursement:

Approved reimbursement after initial trial period (contingent upon availability of funding).

Other Benefits:

• Cemetery & Urn Interment spaces for deceased employees and retired employee with 7 or more years of service
• Prepaid LegalShield and ID Theft Protection
• Aflac supplemental insurance policies
• Flexible Spending Reimbursement Plans for Medical Expenses and/or Childcare
• Free Employee Fitness Center

Optional Employer Program:

Section 125 Cafeteria Plan – Supplemental insurance costs may be deducted from pre-tax dollars, at the option of the employee.