Job Description

Department:UTILITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT Organizational Unit:

Position Type:Permanent Full Time/Part Time:Full Time

Open Until Filled.

TPO A - Water : $26.40 to $29.04 hourly

TPO B - Water :$25.18 to $27.70 hourly

TPO C - Water :$24.09 to $26.50 hourly

Selections for current vacancies will be based upon the candidate's highest level of current/active FDEP license held.

Please see the requirements listed below.

Positions are available in the North, Central, and South areas of the County. Work schedule involves shift work and includes evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. Performs experienced crafts and trades work participating in the daily operation, maintenance, and housekeeping typical of water treatment facilities. Work involves operating pumps, motors, and other water treatment plant equipment; operating automotive and light equipment; calibrating chlorine, pH, and turbidity meters; performing routine laboratory tests, including chlorine residual tests and using judgment to set parameters for the water treatment process.

REQUIREMENTS : A high school diploma or its equivalent, as required by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP), PLUS :

TPO CLASS A - Water : Five (5) years [10,400 hours] of documented hands-on experience working on-site in a water treatment facility.

TPO CLASS B - Water : Three (3) years [6,240 hours] of documented hands-on experience working on-site in a water treatment facility.

TPO CLASS C - Water : One (1) year [2,080 hours] of documented hands-on experience working on-site in a water treatment facility.

Additional college or technical coursework in subjects related to science or treatment plant operations is preferred. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Must possess a valid Florida Driver's license and maintain said license during the term of employment.Must possess a valid active Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Class A, Class B,or Class C Drinking Water Operator's license and maintain said license in an active status during the term of employment. Must be able to successfully complete an OSHA-compliant forklift operator training course, that meets the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.178, and be able to safely operate a forklift. Must be physically capable at all times of properly wearing and utilizing all required personal protective equipment (PPE), which may include respiratory protection. Must be able to work planned and unplanned overtime and standby and call-out duties on a rotational basis, including nights, weekends, and holidays. In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man-made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST

(With or without reasonable accommodations)

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES / TRAITS

1. The employee must be able to:
   
   
   
   • LIFT:50 lbs. or more
   
   
   • CARRY:50 lbs. or more
   
   
   • PUSH:50 lbs. or more
   
   
   • PULL:50 lbs. or more
   
   


2. In an eight hour day, the employee may have to:
   
   
   
   • STAND:5 - 8 hours
   
   
   • WALK:5 - 8 hours
   
   
   • SIT:5 - 8 hours
   
   
   • DRIVE:1 - 3 hours
   
   


3. The employee must repetitively perform:
   
   
   
   • Pulling; Fine manipulation (ex. writing, wiring); Operating foot controls; Pushing; Simple grasping (ex. pen, screwdriver)
   
   


4. The employee must be able to:
   
   
   
   • Balance; Bend; Climb; Crawl; Dig; Jump; Kneel; Reach; Run; Smell; Stoop
   
   


5. The employee must have:
   
   
   
   • Color Perception; Good distant vision; Good hearing; Good near vision; Good speech; Other; Use of both eyes
   
   


6. Other necessary physical activities/traits
   
   
   
   • N/A
   
   

WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Working conditionsthat will apply to the employee:
   
   
   
   • At heights above/below ground level; Below ground level (ditches, tunnels, etc.; In cold; In dampness or chilly conditions; In heat; In high humidity; In or with dusty conditions; In or with moving objects or vehicles; In or with noisy conditions; On or with ladders or scaffolding; On slippery or uneven walking surfaces; Other working conditions; With chemicals or solvents; With electricity; With feet, legs or hands in water; With fumes, smoke, gases or flames; With grease; With hazardous materials; With lawn grasses, plants, etc.; With odors; With oils; With poor lighting; With poor ventilation; With vibrations (jackhammers, etc.); Work alone; Work inside; Work outside; Works Closely with Others
   
   


2. Other working conditions:
   
   
   
   • N/A
   
   

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