Lift Station Operator Trainee

Job Description:

Lift Station Operator Trainee

Description

Description

SEE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS SECTION FOR BENEFITS AND INCENTIVES

Under general supervision, performs semi-skilled to skilled technical work in monitoring and maintaining lift station and treatment plant equipment and machinery. Is responsible for learning to maintain function and appearance of lift stations under the guidance of a Lift Station Operator. Reports to Utilities Maintenance Supervisor.

Minimum Requirements (Must meet by the closing date of the posting unless otherwise stated)

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
REQUIRED:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or GED.
  
• General knowledge of electrical maintenance and repairs.
  

PREFERRED:

• A minimum of one (1) year of experience in sewer treatment plant lift station operation.

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
REQUIRED:

• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Driver's license must not have been suspended within five (5) years of the date of this application (Not Insurance related ).
• Ability to obtain Class "C" license in wastewater collection systems from an approved vendor of the Florida Department of Environmental Regulation within 2 years of employment.
• Ability to obtain, within one (1) year of employment, a Class "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake and tanker endorsements.

PREFERRED:

• Possession of a Class "C" license in wastewater collection systems from an approved vendor of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection.
• Class "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) issued by the State of Florida.
• Class "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake and tanker endorsements.

Essential Functions

Current Incentives/Benefits:

• Incentive: $100/pay period
• Additional incentives:
  • $1000 - paid out in June 2025 (prorated based on hire date)
• Health Insurance
  • 100% paid by the Town for single coverage, 50% paid by the Town for dependents.
• Leave:
  • Holidays - 13 days per year.
  • Sick Leave - 3.69 hours accrued per pay period
  • Vacation Leave - Accrue 2 weeks per year, accrual rate increases every 5 years (capped at 4 weeks after 10 years of service).
  • Birthday Leave - 1 day per year after successfully passing probation
  • Quality Service - 1 day per year after successfully passing probation and other conditions.
  • Wellness Days - 2 days per year after successfully passing probation.
• Pension/Retirement:
  • Town Sponsored Pension - mandatory 3% contributions per pay period.
  • 457 Deferred Compensation Plan - Employee is entitled to make voluntary contributions through the payroll to the Town sponsored 457 deferred compensation plan only.
• Uniforms: Provided by the Department.

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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Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Salary:

$41,558.40 Annually