Plant Operator Trainee

  • Fort Lauderdale
  • Town Of Davie
Salary : $40,830.40 Annually

Location : Davie, FL

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 23-145

Department: Water and Sewer Services

Opening Date: 09/17/2023

Closing Date: Continuous

Description

Under direct supervision, performs skilled and semi-skilled technical work while being trained in the operation of a water or sewer treatment plant. Is responsible for learning the duties involved in plant operation, necessary laboratory analysis, established procedures, and routine maintenance and servicing of equipment and machinery under the guidance of a Plant Operator I or II. Reports to Superintendent of Operations

Minimum Requirements (Must meet by the closing date of the posting unless otherwise stated)

Education & Experience:
Required
  • Graduation from high school or vocational school and two (2) or more months of experience in the operation of electrical and mechanical machinery similar to that in a water and sewer treatment plant, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.
Special Requirements

Certifications & License:
Required:
  • Possession of a driver's license required with an acceptable driving record.
  • Driver's license must not have been suspended within five (5) years of the date of this application (Not Insurance related).
  • Ability to obtain a Class "C" water or wastewater plant operators license from the Florida Department of Professional Regulation within 18 months of employment.
Preferred:
  • A valid Class "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with an air brake endorsement as issued by the State of Florida.
Supplemental Information
  • The selection process will include successfully meeting the minimum requirements of each of the following: an oral assessment, background investigation and a medical examination which includes a drug screening test and physical examination.
  • If selected to move forward in the hiring process, you will be required to submit your lifetime driving history.
  • All fields must be completed. Putting see resume on the application will not suffice.
    Incomplete applications will not be considered.
  • For assistance with your online applicant account, use the online Help Guide or contact the Applicants Support Line at 855-524-5627 or Email: . Applicant Support is available between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday. For other inquiries, please contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.
  • The policy of the Town of Davie is to provide equal opportunity to all of our employees and applicants for employment. The Town of Davie has a policy that requires employees hired on or after January 4, 2016 to be a non-user of tobacco products six (6) months prior to their employment with the Town as well as commit to non-usage during their employment. Candidates for employment who are impacted by the Town of Davie's Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after six (6) months.


Non-Classified Benefits

None Available at this time.

01

Are you a High School graduate from an accredited High School or possess a GED?
  • Yes
  • No


02

Have you completed a FDEP approved course in Water/Wastewater plant operation?
  • Yes
  • No


03

Do you possess a Class "C" treatment license in Water/Wastewater treatment with the State of Florida Department of Professional Regulation?
  • Yes
  • No


04

How many years of treatment plant experience do you possess?
  • No experience
  • 1 year
  • 2 years
  • 3 years
  • 4 years
  • 5 years or more


05

Do you possess any experience in electrical and mechanical machinery, preferably in a water or wastewater system environment?

06

Do you currently possess a valid driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No


07

Has your drivers' license been suspended within five (5) years of the date of this application (not insurance related)?
  • Yes
  • No


08

Are you aware that as part of the selection process, you will have to meet the minimum requirements of each of the following: an oral assessment, background investigation, and a medical examination which includes a drug screening test and physical examination?
  • Yes
  • No


09

Have you used any tobacco products within the past six (6) months including nicotine and E-Cigarettes?
  • Yes
  • No


10

If you answered "Yes" to the above question, on what date did you last use any tobacco products?

11

Are you currently employed with the Town?
  • Yes
  • No


Required Question