Wastewater Operator Trainee, Or I, Or Ii, Or Iii

Apply on or before 08/25/2023

Underground Utilities & Public Infrastructure

The City of Tallahassee’s workforce is our community's lifeblood, we offer diverse career opportunities, a positive work life balance, competitive compensation, exceptional wellness programs and comprehensive benefit packages all which positions us to be the premier employer of choice for this area. Come be part of something HUGE! For information about benefits offered to eligible City employees, visit ALEX

The City of Tallahassee is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

If you require an accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the City’s ADA Coordinator, in the Office of Diversity & Inclusion at 850-891-8950 or at [email protected]

For the complete job specification, listing major job functions and duties for this job classification, go to http://www.talgov.com/employment/hr-job-descriptions.aspx

WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR TRAINEE

Minimum Training and Experience

Possession of a high school diploma or an equivalent recognized certificate. Studies should have included courses in basic mathematics and chemistry.

Necessary Special Requirements

Applicant must be at least eighteen years of age.

Must obtain a Florida Department of Environmental Protection Class "C" Wastewater Plant Operator's Certificate within two years of date of employment in this job class.

Must possess a valid Class E State driver’s license at the time of appointment.

WASTEWATER OPERATOR I

Minimum Training and Experience

Possession of a high school diploma or an equivalent recognized certificate and one year of experience in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater plant. Studies should have included courses in basic mathematics and chemistry.

Necessary Special Requirements

Applicant must be at least eighteen years of age.

Must possess and maintain a Florida Department of Environmental Protection Class C Wastewater Plant Operator's Certificate.

Must possess and maintain a valid class E State driver’s license as a condition for continued employment.

WASTEWATER OPERATOR II

Minimum Training and Experience

Possession of a high school diploma or an equivalent recognized certificate and two years of experience in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater plant. Studies should have included courses in basic mathematics and chemistry.

Necessary Special Requirements

Applicant must be at least eighteen years of age.

Must possess and maintain a Florida Department of Environmental Protection Class B Wastewater Plant Operator's Certificate.

Must possess and maintain a valid class E State driver’s license as a condition for continued employment.

WASTEWATER OPERATOR III

Minimum Training and Experience

Possession of a high school diploma or an equivalent recognized certificate and four years of experience in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater plant. Studies should have included courses in basic mathematics and chemistry.

Necessary Special Requirements

Applicant must be at least eighteen years of age.

Must possess and maintain a Florida Department of Environmental Protection Class “A” Wastewater Plant Operator's Certificate.

Must possess and maintain a valid class E State driver’s license as a condition for continued employment.

$12.2397 to $51.6756/hourly.

Preference will be given to those applicants who possess a FDEP Class C Wastewater Plant Operator Certification.

12-hour shifts with rotating days and nights.

Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses of the service members and veterans, will receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. For information on who may be eligible for Veterans' Preference, go to http://floridavets.org/benefits-services/veterans-preference/, or call Human Resources & Workforce Development at (850) 891-8214 IMPORTANT: In order to claim Veterans' Preference, applicants MUST upload a DD-214 (and other documentation, as applicable) with their online application prior to the closing date of the job opening.

Click the Apply Now button below to Apply On-Line. Only On-Line applications will be accepted for this vacancy. Remember, you must complete all sections of the on-line application, including education and work history, even if you also submit a resume. If you need additional information about how to complete your on-line application, see our Application page at http://www.talgov.com/employment/employment.aspx

If you have a disability requiring accommodations,please contact the City’s ADA Coordinator, in the Office of Diversity & Inclusion at 850-891-8950 or at [email protected] Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., or TDD 711, at least 48 hours, (excluding weekends and holidays), prior to the application deadline.