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Job Description
Job Posting End Date - Applications will no longer be accepted starting
10-04-2025
Job Summary
Starting Salary $15.00 (Temp/Seasonal)
This position is the trainee in the Wastewater Plant Operator series in which employees work under the close supervision of a Certified Treatment Plant Chief Operator or supervisor while learning to carry out routine duties in the operation of the Wastewater Treatment Plant and preparing to obtain a Class C Treatment Plant Operator license. Performs other related work as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Wastewater Plant Operator Trainee - High School Diploma/G.E.D. Certificate and successful completion of science courses that relate to wastewater treatment, water reclamation, or other related area; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that is approved and demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the duties of this position. Valid Florida Driver's License required. Employees must obtain a Class C Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator license within two (2) years of hire date and are expected to advance to full working level. A one-time extension of six (6) months may be granted based on performance and approval by management and Human Resources. This is a safety-sensitive position subject to safety regulations. Employees in these positions must pass annual respirator physical and any other state mandates. No facial hair allowed between the face and the sealing surface of the respirator face piece.
Wastewater Plant Operator “C” - Associate's Degree or Technical Certificate. Florida Class C License for Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator required. Valid Florida Driver's License required. Must pass annual respirator physical and any other state mandates; no facial hair allowed between the face and the sealing surface of the respirator face piece. Must have a phone or be reachable in the event of an emergency work situation.
Wastewater Plant Operator “B” - Associate's Degree or Technical Certificate. Florida Class B License for Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator required. Valid Florida Driver's License required. Must pass annual respirator physical and any other state mandates; no facial hair allowed between the face and the sealing surface of the respirator face piece . Must have a phone or be reachable in the event of an emergency work situation.
Wastewater Plant Operator “A” - Associate's Degree or Technical Certificate. Florida Class A License for Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator required. Valid Florida Driver's License required. Must pass annual respirator physical and any other state mandates; no facial hair allowed between the face and the sealing surface of the respirator face piece. Must have a phone or be reachable in the event of an emergency work situation.
THIS IS A PART_TIME_POSITION WITH NO GUARANTEE OF A CERTAIN NUMBER OF HOURS AND NO BENEFITS. THIS POSITION INVOLVES WORKING ON A TEMP/SEASONAL CONTRACT WHICH CAN BE RENEWED ANNUALLY BASED ON PERFORMANCE AND BUSINESS NEEED.
Important: To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at jobs@orlando.gov or 407.246.2062.
If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows:- Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree;
- Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
- Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or
- Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Orlando
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