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*WATER PLANT OPERATOR: *The City of Florida City is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Water Plant Operator. Position requirements include knowledge of methods, tools and materials used in the controlling, servicing, and minor repairs of all water treatment facilities machinery and equipment used to purify, clarify and distribute water for human consumption and for industrial use. The Plant Operator will ensure the preparation and testing of water samples according to prescribed standards to insure compliance with water quality requirements. Other related water plant duties may be assigned by the Supervisor.*MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: *♦ Possess a valid high school diploma or GED equivalency.♦ Possess and maintain a valid Driver License.♦ Possess and maintain a State of Florida Wastewater Operator "B" License.♦ Must be able to perform shift work.♦ Acknowledge this position is designated as Emergency Critical (EC) and if hired into the position, you must be immediately available to the department before, during, and after a declared emergency and/or disaster.*PREFERRED: *College level chemistry or closely related course work.*PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:*Employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to hold or feel, reach with hands and arms, walk, talk, smell, hear and drive. The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, crouch and crawl. Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color and peripheral vision and depth perception. The employee regularly lifts and/or moves up to 45 pounds and occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 90 pounds. This description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Duties may be modified as necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals who identify themselves with a disability pursuant to the ADA.*Benefits:*Full time benefits include 100% paid health insurance, life insurance, Florida Retirement System (FRS), 457 Plan Option, dental and vision plans available, paid vacation, sick and holiday leave.Rate of Pay: DOQDate of Opening: 04/28/2025Date of Closing: Open until filledEOE/DFWPApplications available for download at:HallHuman Resources Dept.404 West Palm DriveFlorida City, Fl 33034Please send your application and resume to: applicants must submit a city employment application for consideration.Job Type: Full-timePay: From $23.00 per hourExpected hours: 40 – 50 per weekBenefits:* 401(k) matching* Employee discount* Flexible spending account* Health savings account* Tuition reimbursementAbility to Commute:* Florida City, FL 33034 (Required)Ability to Relocate:* Florida City, FL 33034: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: In person