OPERATOR TRAINEE

Position: OPERATOR TRAINEE – WATER DIVISION
Department: PUBLIC SERVICES
Hourly Range: $15.72—$25.33 D.O.Q.
Closing Date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Treatment plant apprenticeship position providing on-the-job experience and knowledge for achieving licensing/certification in the assigned area of operations. Under general operator supervision, learns to perform skilled work in operation and maintenance of the reverse osmosis (RO) water facility, ensuring compliance with all state and federal regulatory criteria and all safety policies and procedures. Receives instruction in Operations, Process Analyses and Technical Training. Assists in other functions as assigned. Education: Required—High School Diploma or GED equivalency. Preferred: Associate’s or higher degree in chemistry, biology or related field. Vocational/specialized training in the area of treatment operations. Prior Water operations coursework or experience. Licensure/Certification: Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License. Successful completion of testing for Florida DEP Class “C” Water Treatment Operator’s License is preferred. Successful completion of testing for Florida DEP Class “C” Water Treatment Plant Operator’s License required within 1 year of hire. Florida DEP Class “C” Water Treatment Plant Operator’s License required within 2 years of employment. Class “B” (CDL) License with Air Brake Endorsement and Tanker Endorsement required within 180 days of employment, depending on area of assignment.

Applications can be obtained from the Human Resources Department at 324 E. Pine Street, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689 or online at https://www.ctsfl.us/ Resumes must be accompanied by an application.

An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

Note: All job applicants selected for new employment with the City of Tarpon Springs will be offered employment conditioned upon the successful completion of a physical examination with drug screening. New hires must enroll in direct deposit program.

ANY PERSON WITH A DISABILITY WHO REQUIRES A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THE APPLICATION/SELECTION PROCESS SHOULD CALL THE DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES AT (727) 938-3711 IN ADVANCE.

**All applicants must fully complete a City of Tarpon Springs application for employment to be considered. You may go to https://www.ctsfl.us/project/employment-opportunities/ to complete the City of Tarpon Springs employment application. The completed application can be dropped off, faxed, mailed or emailed. We appreciate your interest in this position. Please note that only applicants invited for further consideration will be contacted.

Human Resources Department
324 E. Pine Street, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Office: (727) 938-3711
Fax: (727) 942-5621

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.72 - $25.33 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Holidays
• Weekend availability

Work Location: One location