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Solids Processing Technician

Salary

$24.33 - $30.41 Hourly

Location

Boca Raton, FL

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

04370

Department

Utility Services

Division

Wastewater Treatment Plan 42/09801

Opening Date

09/03/2025

Closing Date

9/26/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

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General Statement of Job

Performs responsible skilled work in the operation and maintenance of equipment related to the thickening and dewatering of wastewater sludge; Represents the City on daily coordination with Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County / Synagro and its partners relating to hauling of wastewater sludge, does related work as required.? Work is performed under general supervision.

Essential Functions

+ Operates and maintains gravity belt thickener and belt filter press equipment, polymer system, sludge feed pumps and sludge cake loading equipment.

+ Optimizes dewatering operations for cost effective treatment and disposal.

+ Operates and maintains associated support systems including polymer storage, feed and makeup, compressed air piping and equipment, conveyors, thickener belts, sludge feed and chemical metering pump systems, dried sludge cake conveyance equipment, and associated sludge pumping equipment.

+ Performs and interprets lab work related to sludge dewatering to regulate operation of dewatering process.

+ Coordinate the loading, hauling, placement, and staging of tractor-trailer used to haul sludge to Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County / Synagro or to landfill when needed.

+ Liaison with partners regarding scheduling, delivery, tracking, and monitoring of sludge deliveries.

+ Cleans dewatering equipment, polymer equipment, trenches, loading areas, and any other areas daily.

+ Monitors and adjusts thickening equipment i.e. rollers, belt tracking, belts etc...

+ Perform routine maintenance of dewatering and associated equipment including lubrication, mechanical adjustment, and replacement of equipment components.

+ Performs related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:

+ The operation and maintenance of thickening and dewatering equipment and the principles and methods of sludge dewatering.

+ Operating a wastewater treatment plant including the characteristics and maintenance requirements related to sludge handling.

+ The occupational hazards of the work and of the necessary safety precautions.

Skilled in:

+ The use and care of hand tools.

+ The use of computers and SCADA systems associated with plant operations.

+ Mechanical ability.

Ability to:

+ Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

+ Read meters and charts accurately.

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

+ High School diploma, GED Equivalency or any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school

+ One (1) year of experience in the operation of sludge thickening and/or dewatering equipment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Graduation from trade school or vocational school in a mechanical related field is preferred.

POST OFFER PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:

Final offer and employment are contingent upon successful completion of the following post-offer, pre-employment screening items:

+ Criminal Background Check

+ Employment Verification

+ Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) Check

+ Physical Examination

+ Drug and Alcohol Screening

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

+ 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.

+ Valid State of Florida Class E driver’s license.

Physical and Environmental Demands and Conditions

The environmental conditions and physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

+ Continuously ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like.

+ Continuously moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.

+ Continuously moving about within the immediate work area to accomplish tasks.

+ Continuously moving from one worksite to another.

+ Continuously communicating with others to exchange information.

+ Continuously assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.

+ Continuously observing details accurately and identifying variances.

+ Continuously working in an area that is somewhat uncomfortable due to drafts, noise, temperature variation, or the like.

+ Continuously working in an area that is very uncomfortable due to extreme temperature, noise levels, or other environmental conditions.

+ Occasionally remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.

+ Occasionally adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds in all directions.

+ Occasionally repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

+ Occasionally operating a computer and other equipment using motions requiring manual dexterity or fine motor skills.

+ Occasionally operating machinery and/or power tools.

+ Occasionally operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.

+ Occasionally lifting/carrying objects up to 50 pounds or less.

+ Occasionally pushing/pulling objects up to 50 pounds or less.

+ Occasionally working in a normal office environment with few physical discomforts.

+ Occasionally working in an outdoor area where exposure to animals, reptiles, and/or insects may occur.

+ Occasionally working with equipment or performing procedures where carelessness would probably result in minor cuts, bruises, or muscle pulls.

+ Occasionally maintaining regular in-office attendance, with or without the ability for remote work assignment.

The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity (https://www.myboca.us/1226/Equal-Employment-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.

CITY OF BOCA RATON - BENEFITS SUMMARY

SEIU Employees

ANNUAL LEAVE: Shall accrue prior to an employee attaining permanent status in the classified service, and may be used after six (6) months of employment at the sole discretion of the Department Head, but it shall not be paid out upon resignation or termination unless the employee has attained permanent status (one full year). The maximum accrual is 360 hours.

0 to 5 full years 8 hours per month

5 to 10 full years 10 hours per month

10 to 15 full years 12 hours per month

15 years and over 14 hours per month

CASH OUT OF ANNUAL LEAVE: Employees who have attained permanent status shall be permitted to cash out up to forty (40) hours of accrued and unused Annual Leave, either in a single lump sum payment or two or more partial payments, each fiscal year., each fiscal year.

SICK LEAVE: 8 hours per month. Any hours in excess of 960 will be paid off annually at 50%. Upon retirement, employees with a minimum of 5 years continuous service will receive 50% of sick leave balance. Termination for reasons other than retirement shall be entitled to payment for accrued, but unused sick leave, as follows:

Continuous years of service Percentage

Less than 2 full years 0%

2 to 5 full years 10%

5 to 10 full years 20%

10 full years or more 30%

Retirement (normal, early or disability) 50%

HEALTH INSURANCE (Premiums): Employee Medical (Base Plan) - Paid 100% by City. Employee contributions are required for the buy up employee coverage plans. Employee contributions are required for Employee Dental and Vision Plans, as well as Dependent(s) Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans.

CONTINUOUS SERVICE BENEFIT: Continuous Service is determined on December 1st of each year. Payment is issued during the month of December based upon years of service as follows:

5 to 10 full years $600 annually

10 to 15 full years $800 annually

15 full years and over $1,000 annually

RETIREMENT PLANS: The two pension/retirement options are listed below:

+ The option to enroll in a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan. The Defined Contribution Plan will not require a mandatorycontribution on your part. The City will contribute seven (7%) percent of your annual base wages to this plan. The vesting period forthis plan shall be one (1) year from your date of hire in the classified service, which coincides with your one-year probationary period.

+ An option to enroll in a Defined Benefit Plan option available to you that will have a ten (10) year vesting period with a multiplier of 2.00% at normal retirement and a mandatory seven and three-quarters (7.75%) percent contribution.

+ The two (2) options will be fully explained to you prior to your selection.

Optional: 457 Deferred Compensation Savings Plan is available.

HOLIDAYS: 15 per year: 12 recognized holidays and 3 floating holidays which are allocated for the fiscal year starting October 1, to all 8 hour per day employees. Employees hired between October 1 and March 31 shall receive 3 floating holidays. Employees hired between April 1 and September 30 shall receive 1.5 floating holidays. Non-task employees working 10-hour days receive 10, 10-hour paid holidays but do not receive floating holidays.

FUNERAL LEAVE: Up to 3 work days - In State Up to 5 workdays - Out of State

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION: A performance review(s) is given to new hires during the first year of employment and an annual review on their anniversary date. Every employee is evaluated on their anniversary date. The current ratings are: Requires Improvement, Meets Expectations, Exceeds Expectations, and Significantly Exceeds Expectations.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Full-time employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement as outlined in the City’s Tuition Reimbursement Policy which is available in Human Resources and subject to the availability of departmental funds.

MILITARY LEAVE: Members in military reserve units who attend annual training are entitled to paid leave not to exceed 30 days each calendar year.

EAP: Employees, spouses, and eligible dependents have access to five (5) face-to-face sessions with a counselor through Cigna's Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Services include assistance with legal, financial, parenting, elder care, pet care, and identity theft.