Water Operator Trainee

Description

Summary

Holley-Navarre Water System is an 18,000 strong member-owned not-for-profit water and wastewater company in Santa Rosa County. HNWS has an annual budget of approximately $16 million. HNWS wholly owns two subsidiaries, an engineering firm, and a golf course.  This is trainee-level work in the operation of water treatment plant equipment and facilities on an assigned shift.  The purpose of this classification is to prepare the employee for Class “C” level certification required for employment as a Water Treatment Plant Operator. After instruction and orientation, the employee will be expected to carry out routine duties as performed by a Water Treatment Plant Operator. 

Requirements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. 

Under the supervision of a Certified Treatment Plant Operator or the supervisor, the trainee will be required to learn and demonstrate proficiency in the following:

• Performing daily chemical analyses, in accordance with state-mandated requirements and federal guidelines.
• Recording flow meter readings and analyzer results.
• Operating water plant equipment to include, but not limited to, chemical feed systems, pumps, valves, filters, motors, and mixers.
• Recognizing equipment failure or treatment deficiencies and taking appropriate corrective action utilizing sound judgment.
• Maintaining a neat and clean work area including lime machines, chemical feeders, and laboratory areas.
• Maintaining and wearing proper safety apparel.
• Preparing and completing various forms, reports, inventories, and other documents then forwards and maintains as appropriate. 
• Working varying shifts, hours, and locations to become trained in all aspects of plant operations.
• Performs related work as required. 
• Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Other duties as required.
• Required Skills/Abilities:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly proficient in creating presentations to support data analysis
• Extremely organized with great attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt to change.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and to creatively solve new problems.
• Ability to negotiate and settle differences quickly and peacefully.
• Ability to act as a team player.
• Ability to adapt and learn new software quickly.

Education and/or Experience 

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Computer Skills 

Advanced Microsoft Office skills, with the ability to become familiar with company-specific programs and software. 

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations 

Valid Florida Driver's License (must be approved as insurable driver by insurance carrier), Class A license preferred. Must progress with training, complete coursework, pass the licensing exam, and obtain and maintain a Class “C” Water Operator Treatment Plant Operator license within two (2) years from the official date of hire, as a condition of continued employment.

Physical Demands/ Work Environment 

Work is performed primarily outdoors in all weather conditions. Works around live electrical current and moving equipment. May be exposed to noise, dust, fumes, gases, chemicals, grease or oils, electrical energy, slippery surfaces, in or with moving objects, and odors. Work in water in trenches and around heavy traffic and heavy equipment; exposure to noise, toxic gases, waste and infectious materials and inclement weather conditions. Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for moderate to heavy lifting and carrying; bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling; climbing with both legs and arms; standing for prolonged periods of time; and operating motorized equipment and vehicles. See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents. Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.