Chief Plant Operator

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STARTING SALARY RANGE: $24.56 - $39.30 per hour
POSITION: Chief Plant Operator
POSITION NO: 7.201
DEPT: Utilities
This is supervisory work involving planning, organizing, and directing the daily operation,
maintenance, and repairs of the City's municipal wells and treatment facilities. Responsibilities include
supervision of subordinate employees, assisting in the preparation of the budget and monitoring of
expenditures, procurement and management of supplies and services, and preparation and submittal
of reports as required by City and regulatory agencies. This position may require the employee to be
on-call for emergencies, and be required to work weekends, holidays, after hours and on-call duty.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Extensive knowledge of principles, practices, methods, and equipment used in advanced water treatment facilities.
Considerable knowledge of safety regulations, precautions and occupational hazards, and the ability to promote safety among subordinates.
Considerable knowledge of supervisory techniques and principles and practices of administration.
Considerable knowledge of the rules, regulations and procedure of the Public Works Department and the City.
Knowledge of the operating characteristics and maintenance requirements of the water plant equipment.
Considerable skill in the operation of equipment used within the Division, as required.
Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and supervise the work of subordinates.
Ability to maintain accurate records, prepare clear and concise reports of plant operations and maintenance, and conduct basic laboratory tests.
Considerable knowledge of material, tools, machinery, and equipment used to install, maintain, and repair water distribution and sewer collection systems components.
Ability to physically perform assigned duties; perform heavy manual work in all weather conditions.
Ability to lift, carry, pull, push, and maneuver bulky and heavy materials; lift objects up to 75 pounds and routinely lift up to 50 pounds overhead.
Ability to utilize Microsoft Office; including E mail, records keeping, and purchasing/inventory programs.
Training, Certification, and Experience
Graduation from high school, supplemented by extensive course work in theories and principles of water treatment operations, maintenance, engineering, chemistry, or biology.
Five years progressively responsible experience in water treatment with three years in a supervisory position.
Or, an equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Special Requirements
Possession of a current State of Florida (FDEP) Drinking Water Plant Operators class A license.
Possession of a valid Florida Driver's License.
Estimated Chief Plant Operator Total Compensation
CATEGORY
SUBTOTALS
Total Compensation
Annual Salary
$51,085
$67,918
City's Medical Contribution
$9,420
Retirement Plan (401A)
$5,108
Tuition Reimbursement
$2,000
Recreation Center Membership
$305
The City of **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is a drug-free workplace.
A pre-employment drug screen, criminal history background investigation,
and a driver’s license verification may be conducted.

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