Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Trainee

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Trainee

Salary

See Position Description

Location

Clearwater, FL

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

2026-00222

Department

Public Utilities

Division

WASTEWATER OPS NORTHEAST

Opening Date

07/10/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

• Description
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THE CITY OF CLEARWATER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship. City of Clearwater will not sponsor employment visas (e.g., H-1B, or any other work authorization status).

Position Description

Entry Salary: $ 42,045.64

POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

Under direct supervision, the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Trainee performs semi-skilled, manual labor in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant, sludge handling facility, reclaim system, and surrounding grounds during assigned shifts. Receives technical instruction in operations, equipment, and maintenance procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions: -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Participates in extensive training and education regarding wastewater treatment plant and all equipment and general operations; works under direct supervision and acquires skills through on the job training to acquire skills necessary to perform independently upon completion of training.
• Makes daily operational checks, monitors meters, dials, and gauges, and records data on reports as requested.
• Performs general administrative tasks and maintains various files.
• Cleans and paints pumps, motors, tanks, and other plant equipment; operates pumps, valves, and gates to transfer wastewater or sludge to and from various tanks.
• Assists with mechanical repairs; works with more experienced plant operators in their daily tasks for training and to gain necessary skills; uses control mechanisms or physical labor to operate machines or processes.
• Loads and unloads equipment, materials, and chemicals from trucks; performs general custodial duties on all plant facilities and grounds; operates various equipment to perform daily tasks.
• Keeps equipment clean and lubricated; maintains and provides minor repairs.
• Takes, gathers, and compiles wastewater and sludge samples for testing; works with skilled operators to perform wastewater operational tests.
• Provides customer service to internal and external customers and provides positive public relations.
• Documents and records various wastewater treatment plant activities; enters, transcribes, records, stores, and maintains information in written, electronic, or magnetic form.
• May be required to work a flexible schedule including night, weekend, and holiday hours to help complete work.
• Responds to phone calls and emails.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment:

A valid State drivers license is required.

Ability to obtain a forklift license.

Florida Department of Environmental Protection Class "C" Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators License within two (2) years of hire date.

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or G.E.D. Certificate required; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge of -

• Principles of bacteriology, general science and chemistry
• Functions and mechanics of wastewater and sludge pumping equipment and other treatment plant machinery
• Common tools
• Mathematics
• Equipment maintenance practices and methods

Skill in -

• Distinguishing colors easily
• Reading simple meters, gauges, and charts
• Learning, interpreting and applying various regulations and codes
• Applying mechanical and mathematical aptitude
• Seeing numbers and demarcations on gauges or dials
• Operating industrial and personal computers with general proficiency
• Understanding and interpreting complex policies, protocols, and procedures
• Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written instructions
• Ability to communicate courteously with other staff and the public

FULL TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE:

Health and Wellness initiatives • 100% employee health care coverage • Option for dependent health care • Life Insurance • Optional Dental, Vision, AFLAC • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Retirement -General Employee Pension Plan • Voluntary Tax-deferred 457 Plan • Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans • Competitive Salaries • Tuition assistance • Training and development opportunities • Travel compensation • Military leave • Bereavement leave • Discount coupons • Service and employee recognition awards

PART TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE:

Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Competitive hourly rates • Flexible schedules • Training and development opportunities • Discount coupons • Service and employee recognition awards

SEASONAL, VARIABLE, TEMPORARY, EMERGENCY EMPLOYEES RECEIVE NO BENEFITS.

01

What level of Drivers License do you currently possess?

• CDL A
• CDL B
• Regular (E)
• ID Only
• Out of State
• None of the above

02

What is your highest level of education?

• Masters Degree or higher
• Bachelors Degree
• Associates Degree
• High School Diploma or GED Certificate
• Completion of 10th grade
• Less than 10th grade education

03

Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

• Yes
• No

04

Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status)?"

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Clearwater

Address 100 South Myrtle Avenue

Clearwater, Florida, 33756

Phone 727-562-4870

Option 1

Website http://www.myclearwater.com