Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator - Florida Class C License Required

Woodard & Curran
Bushnell, FL
On-site

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for hands-on, technically proficient candidates who operate and maintain water/wastewater treatment systems and have a valid Florida Class C license.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with a valid Florida Class C license and experience in water/wastewater treatment operations
    — “Valid State of Florida Class “C” Drinking Water and/or Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator license.”
  • Individuals who can handle both manual and automated systems with precision
    — “Monitor water and wastewater treatment plant processes and equipment, both manually and through SCADA automation, making adjustments as necessary to control operations.”
  • Professionals interested in contributing to environmental sustainability and community impact
    — “dedicated to clean water, a safe environment, healthy communities, and happy people.”

Things to consider

  • Commitment to obtaining a Florida DOT Medical Card and passing a drug screen is mandatory.
    — “Ability to obtain a Florida DOT Medical Card to drive a commercial vehicle.”
  • The role requires adherence to strict regulatory compliance standards.
    — “determine compliance with federal, state, and EPA standards.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with SCADA systems and routine maintenance of treatment plant equipment.
    — “Monitor water and wastewater treatment plant processes and equipment, both manually and through SCADA automation.”
  • Emphasize your ability to perform water quality testing and analysis in compliance with EPA standards.
    — “Perform water quality sampling, testing, and analysis to determine compliance with federal, state, and EPA standards.”
  • Showcase your record-keeping and software skills for maintenance work orders.
    — “Utilize software programs for maintenance work orders and maintain all necessary records.”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · LowAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

  • Ensuring compliance with federal, state, and EPA standards
  • Performing routine repairs and preventive maintenance
Typical background
High school diploma or equivalentValid Florida Class C Drinking Water and/or Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator license

Skills & requirements

Required

Water/wastewater TreatmentScada AutomationWater Quality SamplingEquipment MaintenancePreventive MaintenanceMeter Reading

Preferred

Dual Certification In Water And WastewaterCommercial Vehicle Driving

Stack & domain

Water And Wastewater TreatmentScada AutomationWater Quality SamplingTesting And AnalysisPlant Equipment Operation And MaintenancePreventive MaintenanceMeter ReadingGrounds MaintenanceDecision MakingFollowing InstructionsAdhering To Safety ProceduresFlorida Class C Drinking Water And/or Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator LicenseWater TreatmentWastewater TreatmentEnvironmental Compliance

About the role

Original posting from Woodard & Curran via Lever

Woodard & Curran is an employee-owned engineering, science, and operations firm dedicated to clean water, a safe environment, healthy communities, and happy people. We foster an inclusive, collaborative culture that supports professional growth, flexibility, and meaningful work, empowering our employees to make a lasting impact on our clients, communities, and the planet.

What will you be doing?:

Some of your responsibilities will include:

Monitor water and wastewater treatment plant processes and equipment, both manually and through SCADA automation, making adjustments as necessary to control operations.

Perform water quality sampling, testing, and analysis to determine compliance with federal, state, and EPA standards.

Operate, maintain, control, and perform routine repairs of plant equipment, including preventive maintenance duties.

Utilize software programs for maintenance work orders and maintain all necessary records.

Assist the field crew with water/sewer breaks, meter change-outs, meter box replacements, valve exercising, and hydrant flushing.

Perform general plant maintenance and other assigned duties, including meter reading, grounds maintenance, and preventive/corrective maintenance of equipment at lift stations and treatment facilities.

What will you need to succeed?:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Valid Florida Driver’s License.

Valid State of Florida Class “C” Drinking Water and/or Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator license.

Dual certification in Water and Wastewater is an added benefit.

Ability to obtain a Florida DOT Medical Card to drive a commercial vehicle.

Ability to make sound process-control decisions, follow instructions, and adhere to safety procedures.

Successful candidates will be required to complete a DOT background check, DOT pre-placement physical, and DOT drug screen before employment.

Compensation:

Depending on qualifications and experience. Eligible for overtime.

Woodard & Curran offers a comprehensive benefits package. For more information about our benefits & workplace policies visit Benefit & Policy Information - Woodard & Curran.

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Equal Employment Opportunity & Accessibility: Woodard & Curran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to non-discrimination and make employment decisions based on job-related factors. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact Beth Sweitzer.

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