FDC - Engineering Technician IV - 70004256 - Statewide

About the position

This advertisement is for a Career Service position located at Various Correctional Institutions throughout the state in the Maintenance Unit. The selected candidate will start at the above listed appointment range depending on Water/ Wastewater Licensure. Refer to the Total Compensation Estimator Tool for a complete compensation estimate to include benefits, retirement, leave and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains Water Treatment Plant and/or Wastewater Treatment Plant in compliance with the DEP permit and DEP rules and regulations.
• Carries out the preventive maintenance program for both plants.
• Orders and stocks all chemicals used in the operation process.
• Repairs all breakdowns which can be done at the operator level and troubleshoots other specialized equipment for the utility operation such as compressors, pumps, air blowers, chlorinators, etc.
• Cleans bar screens, grit chamber, settling, and sludge beds as necessary.
• Collects samples and performs tests including, but not limited to dissolved oxygen, total solids, suspended solids, settle able solids, biological oxygen demands, and acid or alkaline tests.
• Prepares reports as required on plant operations from the results of daily tests.
• Maintains and operates logs and related records.
• Prepares progress and performance reports for assigned inmates for use by the inmate’s classifications team in measuring and determining the rehabilitative progress of the assigned inmate consistent with motivation needs and the development of a positive approach to rehabilitation efforts.
• Maintains custody and control of inmates assigned under the supervision of the position in accordance with accountability requirements for inmates outlined in operational procedures.

Requirements

• A Class C Water and/or Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator License or higher
• A Valid Class E Driver’s License

Nice-to-haves

• Three (3) or more years of experience in the Wastewater/Water Treatment Plant field.

Benefits

• State Group Health Insurance Coverage.
• $25,000 Life Insurance Policy (100% paid by employer)
• Dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options available
• Annual and Sick Leave benefits.
• 10 paid holidays each year.
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Tuition waivers to attend State of Florida community colleges, colleges, and universities.