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Wastewater Plant Operator
City of Boca Raton, FL —Boca Raton, FL
- $29.55 - $41.76 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Treatment Plant Operator - Wastewater
Broward County Board of County Commissioners —Pompano Beach, FL
- $52,645.84 - $84,022.64 a year
- Full-time
- Inventory management
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Plant Operator I - Water/Wastewater
Town of Davie, FL —Davie, FL
- $50,668.80 a year
- Online Application
- CDL B
- Clean driving record
- High school diploma or GED
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Plant Operator II - Water/Wastewater
Town of Davie, FL —Davie, FL
- $57,012.80 a year
- Online Application
- CDL B
- Laboratory
- Clean driving record
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Equipment Operator - Water & Wastewater Services
Broward County Board of County Commissioners —Pompano Beach, FL
- $39,420.78 - $62,916.46 a year
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Engineering
- CDL A
- Paid training
- Health insurance
Instrumentation and Controls I&C Tech
Powerserve Technologies Inc —Fort Lauderdale, FL
- Full-time
- No experience needed
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Chief Water Treatment Plant Operator
US Water Services Corporation —Lauderhill, FL
- Full-time
- Management
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Lead Instrumentation and Controls Tech I&C
Powerserve Technologies Inc —Sunrise, FL
- Overtime
- Construction site
- 5 years
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer
Stantec —Deerfield Beach, FL
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Bachelor of Science
- Office
Instrumentation and Controls Engineer
Electrolytic Technologies —Miami, FL
- 5 years
- Office
- Continuous improvement
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance

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Waste Service Clerk 2 (Solid Waste Management)
Miami-Dade County —Miami-Dade County, FL
Two years of advanced clerical experience in building and zoning, solid waste, customer service, permit processing and/or license processing are required.
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Waste Attendant 1 (Solid Waste Management)
Miami-Dade County —Miami-Dade County, FL
Must possess a driver s license. This position entails guiding incoming vehicles into stationary tarping stations, cleaning loose or hanging debris from…
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Wastewater Plant Operator

City of Boca Raton, FL -
Boca Raton, FL

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Job Details

Full-time
$29.55 - $41.76 an hour
9 days ago

Benefits

Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Military leave
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Flexible schedule
Bereavement leave

Qualifications

Waste treatment plant experience
High school diploma or GED
Certified Wastewater Treatment Operator
Class E
Wastewater systems

Full Job Description

Build Your Future with the City of Boca Raton!

At the City of Boca Raton, a career in public service is more than a job — it’s your chance to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant and sustainable coastal community. Driven by our core values of Fairness, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Trust, we are committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel appreciated, inspired, and supported.

Why Boca Raton?

As the second largest city in Palm Beach County, the City of Boca Raton offers robust benefits to their employees:

Health Insurance Benefits: No-cost employee Medical, Dental & Vision plans
Generous Paid Time Off: 12 paid holidays + vacation, sick, and 3 floating holidays
Continuous Service Benefit: Paid out annually after 5 years of service
Work-Life Balance: Flexible work schedule
Retirement Plans: Two pension/retirement options to choose from

Whether you're starting out or looking to take your public service career to the next level, the City of Boca Raton offers the tools, resources, and culture to help you succeed.

Apply now and join the city that’s building careers and shaping a stronger tomorrow!

General Statement of Job:

The Wastewater Plant Operator performs skilled work in operating and maintaining a wastewater treatment plant and its related equipment. This position plays a key role in ensuring the safe and efficient processing of wastewater, directly supporting the health and environmental standards of the community. Work is performed under regular supervision.

Essential Functions

Makes regular tours of plant and equipment such as pumps, aerators, clarifiers, hypochlorite systems, filters, thickeners, etc.
Collection of samples and performs tests such as pH, turbidity, dissolved oxygen and total suspended solids etc.
Ensure safety protocols are followed.
Performs routine maintenance, housekeeping, and cleaning
Responding to emergencies such as spills and equipment failure.
Operates computer SCADA system to monitor and control motors, pumps, blowers, valves, and other apparatus to meet changing operating conditions, adjust Cl2 dosing and polymer dosing.
Regulates and adjusts motors, pumps, blowers, valves, and other apparatus to meet changing operating conditions.
Troubleshoots process problems.

Related tasks:

Collects samples and performs routine lab work.
Skims grease from settling tanks.
Pumps sludge, drains tanks, rotates equipment.
Cleans weirs, Primary Clarifiers, Secondary Clarifiers and services pumps, motors, and other equipment.
Pressure cleaning of equipment, buildings and associated areas.
Monitors chlorine residuals; makes chlorine feed rate adjustments.
Operates sludge thickening and dewatering systems.
Monitors telemetry system; calls out field crews for alarm situations.
Investigates field calls from customers regarding backups, odors, etc., dispatches response crews
Makes minor or emergency repairs; performs preventive maintenance on plant equipment.
Performs general maintenance and housekeeping duties.
Operates forklift and backhoe style equipment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:

The operating characteristics and maintenance requirements of a wastewater treatment plant.
The chemical, biological, and physical processes used to treat wastewater, including coagulation, flocculation, sedimentation, filtration, and disinfection.
Biological processes, including activated sludge and anaerobic digestion.
Safety protocols, hazardous chemical handling, and equipment used at a wastewater treatment plant.
Instruments used in wastewater treatment.
Basic mathematical concepts such as flow calculations, chemical dosages, and determining concentrations.

Skilled in:

Troubleshooting operational problems.
Operating control panels, pumps, motors, and other equipment.
Conducting laboratory tests for TSS, ammonia, and other parameters.
Accurately recording data and flows.
Communicating with team members and supervisors regarding operational issues.

Ability to:

Detect flaws in the operation of mechanical equipment and determine proper remedial actions.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Perform physically demanding tasks such as lifting, moving equipment, and working in varied weather conditions.
Prioritize tasks and manage time effectively, ensuring that routine maintenance, testing, and reporting tasks are completed in a timely manner.
Assess situations and make informed decisions quickly when addressing operational challenges or equipment failures.

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Class C Operator – Florida DEP Class C wastewater license is required and one (1) year experience in the operation of a wastewater treatment plant.
Class B Operator – Florida DEP Class B wastewater license is required and three (3) years experience in the operation of a wastewater treatment plant.
Class A Operator - Florida DEP Class A wastewater license is required and five (5) years experience in the operation of a wastewater treatment plant.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of Florida DEP Class C (or higher) wastewater license is required.
Possession of valid State of Florida Class "E" driver's license with no more than six (6) points in a three (3) year period.
Abstained from the use of cigarettes, cigars, and other tobacco products for at least one year prior to their date of hire and shall abstain from the use of tobacco products at all times during the period of their employment with the City while both on and off duty.

POST-OFFER BACKGROUND REQUIREMENTS:
The background check process for this position may include:

Criminal Background Check
Employment Verification
Reference Checks
Motor Vehicles Report (MVR) Check
Workers' Compensation
Certification/License Verification
Physical
Drug and Alcohol Screen

The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity, Inclusive, Veteran's Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace. It is the policy of the City of Boca Raton to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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