Treatment Plant Operator Assistant Chief

Salary Range

$29.73-$37.90

Job Posting End Date - Applications will no longer be accepted starting

12-01-2025

Job Summary

Starting Salary : $31.59 - 40.28

Performs responsible technical, supervisory, and administrative work assisting in operating a wastewater treatment plant on an assigned shift. Responsibilities include but are not limited to supervising staff as well as assisting in the operations of a shift, this may include collecting samples, removing sludge, performing laboratory tests, inspecting and adjusting equipment, and maintaining records. Performs the Treatment Plant Operator Chief's duties in their absence. Work performed requires the employee to possess technical expertise from previous work experience. Considerable initiative and independent judgment are necessary for completing technical and supervisory assignments and training operators in lower classifications. Work is performed under the supervision of a Treatment Plant Operator Chief. Performance is reviewed through analyses of plant records and reports, conferences, direct observation, and results obtained.

Minimum Qualifications :

Associate's Degree or Technical Certificate, plus five (5) years experience operating a wastewater treatment plant; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Valid Florida Driver's License required. Current Florida Wastewater Operator A Certificate for Wastewater Treatment required or possess a Florida Wastewater Operator B Certificate for Wastewater Treatment and obtain a Florida Wastewater Operator A Certificate for Wastewater Treatment within six (6) months from date of hire. GOAA (Greater Orlando Aviation Authority) security badge required to work at the Water Conserv I Facility. Must pass wastewater aptitude test given by the City of Orlando at the time of interview. Must pass annual respirator physical; no facial hair allowed between the face and the sealing surface of the face piece. Must have a cell / home telephone or be able to be contacted in an emergency work situation. Some lead or supervisory experience preferred.

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.

recblid z8oauyz0w98yo7ph6f25z7byynpp6i