Lead Operator - Water
Salary
$64,120.16 Annually
Location
Davie, FL
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
26-112
Department
Utilities
Opening Date
09/17/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
Hours of Work
Monday-Friday
- Description
- Benefits
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Description
Under general supervision, performs responsible technical and supervisory work in the operations and mechanical maintenance of a water/wastewater facility. Assists in the administrative, technical, and supervisory work in the management and daily operation of the treatment plant and laboratory collection and sampling. Coordinates and supervises work activities of treatment plant personnel. Reports to the Chief Operator
Essential Job Functions
- Provides training, technical support and guidance in the work activities of treatment plant personnel in lower classifications in treatment processes.
- Supervises the activities of subordinates in their performance of maintenance, repair and operation of water plant and laboratory.
- Reviews the work of subordinates for completeness and accuracy; evaluates and make recommendations as appropriate.
- Interprets operating data and institutes minor modifications in operation procedures to assure continuous and efficient treatment; in the event of emergencies; notifies supervisor and places into effect the established corrective procedures to restore operating conditions.
- Ensures safe, effective operations of plant facilities in accordance with related State and Federal regulations.
- Assists with repair and routine maintenance of mechanical, electrical and instrument repair of equipment.
- Maintains accurate and complete records on the plant operation, maintenance and laboratory data.
- Orders and keeps accurate inventory and records of all chemicals used and water treated.
- Assist in the preparation of all regulatory reports.
- Assists in formulating and implementing standard operating procedures, techniques, and rules.
- Ensures safe use of all treatment related supplies.
- Participates in new worker orientation; provides training and instruction to plant personnel.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Reports unusual or major problems to the Chief Operator.
- Performs other related work as required.
Minimum Requirements (Must meet by the closing date of the posting unless otherwise stated)
Required Education & Experience:
- Graduation from an accredited High School or GED equivalent.
- Three (3) to Five (5) years of treatment plant experience of which two (2) years must have been in mechanical and electrical repair, preferably in a water or wastewater system environment.
- At least (1) one year experience working in a supervisory or lead capacity position.
Required Certifications & License:
- Possession of a minimum Class "B" treatment license in water treatment with the State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection.
- Possession of a minimum Class "A" treatment license in water treatment with the State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection or the ability to obtain within two (2) years of employment.
- Southeast Desalting Association (SEDA) Certification in Membrane Technology or the ability to obtain within one (1) year of employment.
Other Requirements:
- Possession of a valid Class "E" Florida Drivers License with an acceptable driving record.
- Must be physically able to operate a vehicle.
- Must not have drivers license suspensions within five (5) years of submission of an application, unless it was insurance-related.
- Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
Supplemental Information
The selection process will include successfully meeting the minimum requirements of each of the following: an oral assessment, background investigation and a medical examination which includes a drug screening test and physical examination.
If selected to move forward in the hiring process, you will be required to obtain and submit your lifetime driving history record.
All fields must be completed. Putting "see resume" on the application will not suffice. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
For assistance with your online applicant account, use the online Help Guide or contact the Applicants Support Line at 855-524-5627 or Email: support@governmentjobs.com. Applicant Support is available between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday. For other inquiries, please contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.
The policy of the Town of Davie is to provide equal opportunity to all of our employees and applicants for employment. The Town of Davie has a policy that requires employees hired on or after January 4, 2016 to be a non-user of tobacco products six (6) months prior to their employment with the Town as well as commit to non-usage during their employment. Candidates for employment who are impacted by the Town of Davie's Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after six (6) months.
PLEASE READ THE BELOW IMPORTANT INFORMATION
APPLICATION ASSISTANCE/INFORMATION:
- Licenses/Certifications: If a positon requires a license and/or certification, it is the responsibility of the candidate to obtain and maintain them as a condition and continuation of employment.
- Foreign Credentials (Degrees, Diplomas and/or Transcripts: Original credential evaluation reports showing the United States equivalency for academic credentials earned in other countries must be provided. Click the following link for a list of credentialed agencies: https://www.fldoe.org/teaching/certification/foreign-trained-grads/approved-credential-evaluation-agencie.stml
- Status Updates/Communication: please ensure your email address is valid and you continuously check this account for any status updates from the Department.
- Incomplete fields: all fields must be completed, putting "see resume" on the application will not suffice. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Required documentation: copies of any certifications, licenses or competencies from an accredited institution must be submitted with your application by closing date of posting unless otherwise stated.
- Military personnel records: to request your completed military personnel record, go to archives.gov
- E-Verify: Candidates will be required to verify employment by submitting acceptable documents as evidence of identity and employment authorization.
- Assistance with online application: for assistance with your online applicant account, use the online Help Guide or contact the Applicants Support Line at 855-524-5627 or Email: support@governmentjobs.com. Applicant Support is available between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday.
- Additional assistance: for other inquiries, please contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.
REGULATIONS/ACCOMMODATIONS
- EEO Policy: it is the policy of the Town to prohibit discrimination in hiring, promotion, compensation, discharge, and all terms and conditions of employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, gender identity(inclusive of a person's actual or perceived sex, and includes self-image, appearance behavior or expression, whether or not different from that traditionally associated with legal sex assigned to the person at birth), marital status, military status, political affiliation, genetic information, sexual orientation, or retaliation for reporting same.
- Tobacco Policy: the Town of Davie has a policy that requires employees hired on or after January 4, 2016 to be a non-user of tobacco products six (6) months prior to their employment with the Town as well as commit to non-usage during their employment. Candidates for employment who are impacted by the Town of Davie's Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after six (6) months.
- Reasonable Accommodations: applicants requesting reasonable accommodation during the job application process may contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.
- E-Verify: the Town of Davie participates in E-Verify. Federal Law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. For more information on E-Verify, please contact 1-888-897-7781.
- Veterans Preference: the Town of Davie will grant Veterans' Preference to eligible veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States in compliance with applicable federal and state laws concerning Veterans' Preference. Eligible applicants must submit a DD-214 Member 4 form and Veterans Preference form.
- Essential Employees: Employees may be required to work during emergency events/situations as determined by supervisor.
The Town of Davie offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, life, and long term disability insurance.
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Have you previously submitted an application for employment with the Town of Davie?
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Are you a High School graduate from an accredited High School or possess a GED?
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Do you possess at least (1) one year experience working in a supervisory or lead capacity position.
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If you selected yes to the previous question, please describe your supervisory experience. If you selected no, please mark "N/A".
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Do you posses three (3) to five (5) years of treatment plant experience of which two (2) years must have been in mechanical and electrical repair, preferably in a water or wastewater system environment
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If you selected yes to the previous question, please describe your experience. If you selected no, please mark "N/A".
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Do you posses a Class "B" treatment license in water treatment with the State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection.
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If you selected "Yes" to the question above, please write down your license number. If you do not possess a Class "B" Water Treatment license, please mark "N/A"
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Do you possess a Class "A" treatment license in water treatment from the State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection, or do you have the ability to obtain it within two (2) years of employment?
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If you selected "Yes" to the question above, please write down your license number. If you do not possess a Class "A" Water Treatment license, please mark "N/A".
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Do you possess a Southeast Desalting Association (SEDA) Certification in Membrane Technology, or do you have the ability to obtain it within one (1) year of employment?
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Do you currently possess a valid Drivers License?
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Have you had a suspended and/or revoked drivers license within the past sixty (60) months (not insurance related)?
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Have you used any tobacco products within the past six (6) months including nicotine and E-Cigarettes?
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If you answered "Yes" to the above question, on what date did you last use any tobacco products?
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