• Treatment Plant Operator I

    University of Florida (Gainesville, FL)


    Treatment Plant Operator I

     

    Work type: Staff Full-Time

     

    Categories: Facilities Operations/Skilled Trades, Veteran's Preference Eligible

     

    Department: 63700700 - FS-UTILITIES-WASTE WATER

    Classification Title:

    Treatment Plant Operator I

    Classification Minimum Requirements:

    High school diploma or equivalent and one year of appropriate experience. Appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Possession of a current class C wastewater operator's certificate in accordance with Florida Statutes 403.101 and 468.540 552 and Regulation 61E1241, F.A.C.

    Job Description:

    Operate the Water Production Facility and/or Wastewater Treatment Facility in a safe and effective manner while maintaining facility discharge compliance including one of only two North Florida facility discharge in the aquifer. Record all required instrumentation readings, review data and take corrective action based on analysis. Performs required laboratory sample collection and analysis, take corrective action based on analysis. Monitor the status of facility systems, change processes from automatic operation to manual operation as necessary. Perform required system checkout procedures and calibrations adjust equipment as required.

     

    Record keeping - data entry, logbooks, checklists, lab and calibration sheets etc. Perform routine cleaning and painting of all facility systems: buildings, tanks, equipment, flumes etc. Operate and maintain sludge de-watering equipment. Maintain plant operation and security status weekends, holidays and after normal working hours. Routinely drive UF vehicle. Provide tours to the public, students and faculty

     

    Performs preventive and/or repair maintenance on assigned equipment necessary for plant operations with the assistance of and in cooperation with maintenance and instrumentation personnel.

     

    Proof of a State of Florida Class E operator’s license required.

     

    THIS POSITION REQUIRES A POST OFFER HEALTH ASSESSMENT.

     

    THIS POSITION REQUIRES A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK.

    NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE:

    Monday – Friday 6:00AM – 14:30AM May work a four-day shift rotation and/or a five-day shift schedule, on call as required and emergencies.

    Expected Salary:

    $19.25 - $21.57 Hourly based on experience.

    Required Qualifications:

    High school diploma or equivalent and one year of appropriate experience. Appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Possession of a current class C wastewater operator's certificate in accordance with Florida Statutes 403.101 and 468.540 552 and Regulation 61E1241, F.A.C.

    Preferred:

    KNOWLEDGE OF: Basic mechanical skills, water and wastewater treatment process, computer use and safety rules.

     

    SKILL IN: Mechanics, water and wastewater treatment process, preventative maintenance and computer programs.

     

    ABILITY TO: Operate water and/or wastewater plant, interpret results of process control tests and adjust accordingly, maintain proper log sheet, and communicate with preceding and following shift workers.

    Special Instructions to Applicants:

    In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

     

    Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

     

    Position has been reposted, previous applicants still under consideration.

     

    Health Assessment Required:Yes

     

    Advertised: 29 Jul 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

     

    Applications close: 29 Aug 2025 Eastern Daylight Time