Plant Operator Trainee - Will Call (Water/Wastewater)

Salary: $20.11 Hourly

Location : Davie, FL

Job Type: Will Call

Job Number: 24-084

Department: Water and Sewer Services

Opening Date: 05/01/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

Description

Under general supervision, performs responsible technical work in the operation of a water or sewer treatment plant on and assigned shift. Is responsible for performing plant operation and maintenance duties in a responsible and professional manner consistent with standard operating practices in order to meet State and Federal standards and rules to protect the public health and environment. Reports to Superintendent of Operations or designee.

Minimum Requirements (Must meet by the closing date of the posting unless otherwise stated)

REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Completion of a FDEP approved course in Water/Wastewater plant operation within 6 months of employment.
• Must pass the State of Florida Class "C" Drinking Water and/or Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators Certification exam within 12 months of employment.
• Must obtain a Class "C" water or wastewater plant operators license from the Florida Department of Professional Regulation within 18 months of employment.

Applicants Must Have one (1) of the following:

• Two (2) or more months of experience in the operation of electrical and mechanical machinery similar to that in a water and sewer treatment plant; OR
• College-level coursework from an accredited college or university in a similar related field.
• The completion of a FDEP approved course of Volumes I and II for Water or Wastewater Treatment; OR
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.

If you have completed a FDEP approved course or obtained a Class "C" water or wastewater plant operators License, copies MUST be provided with your application by close of posting.
Special Requirements

• The selection process will include successfully meeting the minimum requirements of each of the following: an oral assessment, background investigation and a medical examination which includes a drug screening test and physical examination.
• May be required to possess a valid Class "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with an air brake endorsement as issued by the State of Florida and a good driving history.

Supplemental Information

• The selection process will include successfully meeting the minimum requirements of each of the following: an oral assessment, background investigation and a medical examination which includes a drug screening test and physical examination.
• If selected to move forward in the hiring process, you will be required to submit your lifetime driving history.
• For assistance with your online applicant account, use the online Help Guide or contact the Applicants Support Line at 855-###-#### or Email: Applicant Support is available between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday. For other inquiries, please contact the Human Resources Department at (954) ###-####.
• The policy of the Town of Davie is to provide equal opportunity to all of our employees and applicants for employment. The Town of Davie has a policy that requires employees hired on or after January 4, 2016 to be a non-user of tobacco products six (6) months prior to their employment with the Town as well as commit to non-usage during their employment. Candidates for employment who are impacted by the Town of Davie's Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after six (6) months of non-usage.

The Town of Davie offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, life, and long term disability insurance.

For a more detailed overview of our benefits package,

01

Please indicate which is the highest level of education you have completed.

• High School or GED
• Vocational
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

02

Do you have two (2) or more months of experience in the operation of electrical and mechanical machinery similar to that in a water and sewer treatment plant? If so, please describe.

03

Please select if you have one or more of the following:

• Two (2) or More Months of Experience in the operation of electrical and mechanical machinery similar to that in a water and sewer treatment plant
• College-level coursework from an accredited college or university in a similar related field.
• The completion of a FDEP approved course of Volumes I and II for Water or Wastewater Treatment.
• None of the Above

04

Have you completed a FDEP approved course in Water/Wastewater plant operation?

• Yes
• No

05

If you marked no to the above question, are you able to complete a FDEP approved course in Water/Wastewater plant operation within 6 months of employment?

06

Are you able to complete the State of Florida Class "C" Drinking Water and/or Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators Certification exam within 12 months of employment?

07

Do you have the ability to obtain a Class "C" water or wastewater plant operators license from the Florida Department of Professional Regulation within 18 months of employment?

08

If you completed a FDEP approved course in Water/Wastewater plant operation, did you upload it with your application?

09

Which type of Driver License issued by the State of Florida do you currently possess?

• Class "E"
• CDL Class "A"
• CDL Class "B"
• CDL Class "C"

10

Do you have any water treatment experience?

11

Do you have any wastewater treatment experience?

12

Has your driver license been suspended within five (5) years of the date of this application (not insurance related)?

• Yes
• No

13

Are you aware that as part of the selection process, you will have to meet the minimum requirements of each of the following: an oral assessment, background investigation, and a medical examination which includes a drug screening test and physical examination?

• Yes
• No

14

Have you previously submitted an application for employment with the Town of Davie? If you did, please list the approximate dates and positions you applied for.

15

Have you used any tobacco products within the past six (6) months including nicotine and E-Cigarettes?

• Yes
• No

16

If you selected "Yes" to the question above please list the last date you used tobacco products.

Required Question...