Treatment Plant Operator II

Treatment Plant Operator II

Job no : 537581

Work type : Staff Full-Time

Location : Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories : Facilities Operations / Skilled Trades, Veteran's Preference Eligible

Department : 63700700 - FS-UTILITIES-WASTE WATER

Classification Title :

Treatment Plant Operator II

Classification Minimum Requirements :

High school diploma or equivalent and three years of appropriate experience. Appropriate vocational / technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Possession of a current class B wastewater operator's certificate in accordance with Florida Statutes 403.101 and 468.540 552 and Regulation 61E1241, F.A.C.

Job Description :

Operate the Water Production Facility and / or Wastewater Treatment Facility in a safe and effective manner while maintaining facility discharge compliance including one of only two North Florida facility discharge in the aquifer. Record all required instrumentation readings, review data and take corrective action based on analysis. Performs required laboratory sample collection and analysis, take corrective action based on analysis. Monitor the status of facility systems, change processes from automatic operation to manual operation as necessary. Perform required system checkout procedures and calibrations adjust equipment as required.

Record keeping - data entry, logbooks, checklists, lab and calibration sheets etc. Perform routine cleaning and painting of all facility systems : buildings, tanks, equipment, flumes etc. Operate and maintain sludge de-watering equipment. Maintain plant operation and security status weekends, holidays and after normal working hours. Routinely drive UF vehicle. Provide tours to the public, students and faculty

Performs preventive and / or repair maintenance on assigned equipment necessary for plant operations with the assistance of and in cooperation with maintenance and instrumentation personnel.

Proof of a State of Florida Class E operator's license required.

THIS POSITION REQUIRES A POST OFFER HEALTH ASSESSMENT.

THIS POSITION REQUIRES A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK.

NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE :

Monday - Friday 0600 - 1430

May work a four-day shift rotation and / or a five-day shift schedule, on call as required and emergencies.

Expected Salary :

$21.25 $24.50 Hourly based on experience and qualifications

Required Qualifications :

High school diploma or equivalent and three years of appropriate experience. Appropriate vocational / technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Possession of a current class B wastewater operator's certificate in accordance with Florida Statutes 403.101 and 468.540 552 and Regulation 61E1241, F.A.C.

Preferred Qualifications :

KNOWLEDGE OF : Basic mechanical skills, water and wastewater treatment process, computer use and safety rules.

SKILL IN : Mechanics, water and wastewater treatment process, preventative maintenance and computer programs.

ABILITY TO : Operate water and / or wastewater plant, interpret results of process control tests and adjust accordingly, maintain proper log sheet, and communicate with preceding and following shift workers.

Special Instructions to Applicants :

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

Application must be submitted by 11 : 55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required : Yes

Advertised : 21 Oct 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close : 28 Oct 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

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