RECRUITMENT BULLETIN

March 1, 2007

WASTEWATER PLANT OPERATOR

MAJOR FUNCTIONS: This is technical work involving the daily operation and maintenance of the City of Auburndale Wastewater Treatment Facilities. Work is performed under the supervision of the Wastewater Superintendent.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Performs routine lab analysis (e.g., sampling and analyzing) and implements process control changes to ensure compliance with federal and state requirements; sludge disposal; wastewater line maintenance and repair; minor equipment repair and maintenance; and facility maintenance and landscaping. Performs other non-essential duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE: Knowledge of wastewater treatment facility operation and maintenance techniques, landscaping equipment operation and occupational hazards. Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees is essential.

Graduation from High School or GED and one (1) year experience in wastewater treatment plant operations and maintenance is required. Applicants must have a valid Florida D.E.P. Class “C” Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators Certification. Must have a valid Florida Commercial Drivers License (Class B) or must obtain within 90 days.

JOB LOCATION: Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility, 1010 Spring Road

WORK SCHEDULE: Shift Work

HIRING RATE: $26,181 annually (Operator “C")

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

Persons interested in this position should complete a City of Auburndale application and submit it to the Wastewater Superintendent, Allred Wastewater Treatment Facility, 1300 Recker Highway. The successful applicant will be required to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screening.

The City of Auburndale is an Equal Opportunity Employer

and a Drug Free Workplace.