IRC68050 Water Plant Operator I or II (Cosme)

This is semi-skilled work in the operation and inspection of a potable water treatment plant or pumping station on a permanent or rotating shift at the Cosme Water Plant in Northwest Hillsborough County. Work requires the exercise of sound judgment and experience to make minor adjustments to machinery, equipment and related apparatus in accordance with established operating procedures and standards.

Salary: $22.46 - $37.58 Hourly

Close Date: 11-19-2026 (11:59 PM)

The starting salary and selection into a Water Plant Operator position, at level I or level II, will depend upon qualifications and experience. The entry level pay for Operator II is $26.94 hourly.

To Qualify

Minimum Qualifications. Applicants must:

• Possess a valid high school diploma or GED equivalency.
• Possess and continue to maintain a valid Driver License.
• Possess and continue to maintain a State of Florida Water Operator "C" Certificate for water purification -or- must obtain the Certificate within two (2) years of appointment to the position.
• Possess and continue to maintain a State of Florida Water Operator "C" Certificate for water purification at the time of application to be considered for the Water Plant Operator II position.
• Be able to accurately perform basic water treatment chemistry tests following detailed procedures.
• Be able to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
• Acknowledge this position is designated as Emergency Critical (EC) and if hired into the position, an applicant must be immediately available to the department before, during, and after a declared emergency and/or disaster.

Desirable Qualifications. Preferred applicants:

• Have some experience in the operation of a potable water treatment plant or pumping station.
• Have six (6) months experience in the operation and maintenance of electrical and mechanical machinery similar to that used in a potable water treatment plant or pumping station.
• Are able to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Are able to maintain accurate and detailed operating records and input information into a computer terminal following written instructions.

Selection Process

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

For purposes of employment, re-employment, promotion, transfer or demotion, the most qualified applicants will be selected to continue in the hiring process. At this point, any prior criminal records will be verified. A prior criminal record will not necessarily disqualify a selected applicant from employment.

The City of St. Petersburg is committed to a Drug Free Workplace and compliance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) drug testing rules. Applicants may be required to successfully complete pre-employment drug testing and/or medical exams.

How To Apply

Apply online at www.stpete.org/jobs - Select See Open Jobs. City employees must use the Current City Employee link or use a City computer to access iRecruitment Employee Candidate. The City of St. Petersburg is an equal opportunity employer and encourages individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply for posted positions. In accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes, qualified servicemembers/veterans and the spouses/family members of certain servicemembers/veterans receive preference/priority in employment. Eligible applicants are responsible to apply for Veterans' Preference at the time of submission of any job application. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to apply, to interview for positions and to perform the essential job functions.

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