Water Treatment Operations Coordinator Salary $59,904.00 - $89,856.00 Annually Location Boynton Beach, FL Job Type Full Time Job Number 2025-0116 Department Utilities Division Public Water Treatment Opening Date 01/16/2025 Closing Date 2/16/2025 11:59 PM Eastern FLSA Non-Exempt + Description + Benefits + Questions Purpose of Classification The purpose of this classification is to supervise team leaders or workers in the maintenance of utility infrastructure and maintenance of projects for utility Water Quality & Treatment Division. Prioritizes and assigns work as necessary to complete projects assigned by the Chief Operator for Wells, Maintenance, and Storage. Essential Functions The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. Schedules employees and contractors, assigns work and monitors its progress. Guides and develops employees in the accomplishment of their duties. Coordinates operations involving treatment and the delivery of water and water services to the city's customers, including the functioning of controls, instrumentation, mechanical equipment, and piping. Trains subordinates in departmental operations and work performed; demonstrates proper work methods and procedures; familiarizes them with work area, location of supplies, and departmental policies; and trains them in technical aspects of work functions. Coordinates cross-training; collaborates with other supervisors to develop schedules for interchange of staff between divisions. Investigates and coordinates responses to citizen concerns. Conducts on-site inspection of assignments/projects to ensure that all work is performed in compliance with safety policies and procedures, including OSHA safety regulations; oversees set up of safe work zone and ensures safety of all persons on and around the work sites; supplies safety equipment and gear; enforces all safety policies, taking corrective action as necessary; sees that proper precautions are taken to avoid/minimize injury to employees or damage to property and equipment; and coordinates monthly safety meetings. Inspects assigned equipment regularly for operational safety; coordinates and assists in performing repair/replacement of malfunctioning or obsolete equipment. Oversees operation of all equipment and tools by assigned staff; instructs and trains personnel on the proper, efficient, and safe usage of equipment; supervises general cleaning/maintenance tasks necessary to keep vehicles, equipment, and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, checking/replacing fluids, greasing equipment, washing/cleaning equipment, and cleaning shop/work areas. Assists in planning of projects and departmental operations; calculates cost and effort necessary for job completion; assists with preparation of departmental budget and bid specifications for materials and equipment. Reads and interprets blueprints and as built drawings, instruction manuals, and operating guides. Collaborates with immediate supervisor to obtain instructions regarding work assignments; determines optimum methods of projects completion; organizes, prioritizes and assigns work orders to crews according to available resources and time. Oversees all activity at the work site, either directly or through subordinate crew leaders; ensures that projects proceed according to schedule, working to resolve delays and problems as needed; provides direction, guidance and technical assistance to crew/team members; and monitors status of work in progress. Monitors and maintains supplies, materials, and equipment used to perform essential tasks; ensures workers have sufficient supplies, materials, and equipment to complete tasks and to respond to requests for emergency repairs; oversees use of equipment; requisitions new supplies and parts to replenish stock. Inspects work sites for proper completion of assigned work; ensures all work conforms to standards for quality, cleanliness, and safety; takes corrective measures as needed; and evaluates completed work. Assists in developing and updating policies and procedures. Serves as departmental representative for all work falling within assigned area of responsibility; liaisons with personnel from other departments, agencies, or organizations for related matters; responds to inquiries and complaints from the public relating to services provided; and monitors the work of all contractors to ensure proper provision of services. Reviews and refers to accounting reports, policy manuals, handbooks, technical references, computer manuals, maps, work orders, and other documents and forms. Assists or participates in performing maintenance and repair work as necessary. Keeps Division Director informed of all work performed and progress of tasks; reports all problems and concerns regarding staff, projects, equipment, facilities/property, or other items relating to work performed; completes all appropriate paperwork; complies with policies and procedures relating to reporting mechanisms and staffing issues. Participates in other departmental projects and activities as assigned and directed. Minimum Qualifications + High school diploma or equivalent; and + Six (6) years of experience within the primary utility functional area, and a minimum of eighteen (18) months in a lead position. Possession of an Associate's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering, Public Administration, or in a closely-related field may substitute two (2) years of functional area work experience; and + Must possess and maintain a level B certification or a Level II license in the assigned utility functional area (a Class C Water Treatment Plant Operator License is equivalent to a level I Water Distribution License); and Class D Wastewater Plant Operator License + Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Supplemental Information COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES / K.S.A.'S: Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, engineers, utility companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems. Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals. Ability to prepare accurate and thorough written records and reports. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction. Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex matters. Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with Supervisor, customers, other employees, other departments, other governmental and regulatory agencies, and the general public as needed. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA's) Knowledge of department and division operations, policies, procedures and practices. Knowledge of and the ability to ensure compliance with safety policies, procedures, practices and OSHA regulations. Knowledge of and the ability to demonstrate proper work methods and procedures when training field crew employees. Knowledge of and the ability to read and interpret plans and blueprints. Skilled at operating all equipment and tools used in the course of job completion. Ability to supervise, evaluate the work of field employees, and identify and resolve personnel issues and concerns. Ability to coordinate, plan and prioritize work assignments to achieve optimum effectiveness in staff utilization. Ability to determine and requisition proper and adequate materials, supplies and equipment for job completion. Ability to oversee the inspection and repair/replacement of malfunctioning or obsolete equipment. Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues and complaints from the public. Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing. Ability to effectively interact with the public, supervisors, co-workers, other department staff, contractors, and with outside agencies. PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS / ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Physical Ability: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and may push, pull, grasp, lift and/or move objects and materials of moderate to heavy weight (up to 100 pounds), in accordance with OSHA guidelines. Sensory Requirements: Tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Tasks require the ability to communicate orally. Environmental Factors: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as odors, wetness, humidity, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, toxic agents, disease, or pathogenic substances. Work is frequently performed outside in heat, high humidity, in cold, in rain and when other inclement weather conditions are present. Work is performed in bright and dim light. The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is anEqual Opportunity Employer (EEO)andAffirmative Action Employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including identity or expression), marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or any other protected classification as defined by applicable law (except as limited by Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or bona fide occupational qualifications). Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)protects qualified individuals with disabilities from employment discrimination. Under the ADA, a person has a disability if he/she has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. The physical demands described within the job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the ADA, the City of Boynton Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability. Full-time employees (those regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week) are eligible for the City's benefit package. The City of Boynton Beach's comprehensive benefits package includes: • Student Loan Forgiveness • Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Care Plan • Basic Term Life Insurance • Supplemental Life Insurance • Dependent Life Insurance • Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance • City Pension Plan • Short Term Disability and other Supplemental Plans • Long Term Disability Insurance • Employee Assistance Program • 457 Savings Plan (three options) • Paid Annual Leave / Vacation • Bonus Vacation Hours • 12 Paid Holidays • Paid Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave • Educational Assistance Program *(Depending on budget funding) • On-site Training Program • Wellness Program • Pre-Paid Legal and Identity Theft Protection Plans • Credit Union • Tax Deferred 125 Premium Plan • Flexible Spending Account • Direct Deposit • Social Security Student Loan Forgiveness Let your City of Boynton Beach employment work for you! Under the U.S. Department of Education’s Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, your student loan balance may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time with a governmental agency. Visit StudentAid.gov/publicservice for more information or to see if you qualify. Health Insurance The City pays the entire premium for an eligible employee. The employee may elect to cover a spouse and/or dependent children by paying the applicable premium for the dependent(s). Dental Insurance Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent are paid by the employee with a contribution by the City. Vision Care Plan Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent(s) are paid by the employee. Life Insurance / Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance The City provides each eligible employee with term life and accidental death insurance. Supplemental Life Insurance / Supplemental AD&D Insurance Employees may purchase supplemental term life insurance on an individual-choice basis with premiums based on age. A matching amount of Accidental Death insurance may also be purchased. Dependent Life Insurance Employees who select supplemental coverage for themselves may also purchase coverage for their spouse and dependent children. City Retirement / Pension Plans The City has pension plans for general employees, police, and firefighters. Each plan is contributory with both the employee and the City contributing to the program. Supplemental Plans Supplemental plans provide direct cash payments regardless of any other coverage you may have, and are designed to help fill in any gaps in a medical plan. The employee pays the premiums for these supplemental plans. Short and Long Term Disability The City provides Short and Long Term Disability insurance to eligible employees. The plan is designed to cover a disability sustained on or off the job. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) The City contracts with an employee assistance program (EAP) to provide employees and their dependents with free, confidential and professional counseling to help resolve personal or family problems. Deferred Compensation Plans (457 Plans) The City makes available three deferred compensation plans that the employee may voluntarily contribute to on a tax-deferred basis. Vacation All full-time employees accrue time toward paid vacation leave. Accrual begins immediately and vacation may be taken after six months of employment. Holidays The City observes12 paid holidays throughout the year. Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave Full-time employees accrue one day of sick leave per month. An employee may elect to use up to 5 days per year of accrued sick time for illness in his/her immediate family. Tuition Assistance*(Depending on available budget funding) The Tuition Assistance Program reimburses eligible employees for successful completion of approved courses leading to Associate, Bachelor and Master degrees. Wellness Program The City offers many wellness activities and programs throughout the year. Prepaid Legal Services and Identity Theft Protection Plan Employees may choose to enroll in a prepaid legal service plan and an identity theft protection plan. The employee pays the premiums for these plans. CreditUnion All City employees may join the Credit Union of Palm Beach County. In addition to savings and checking accounts, the Credit Union offers different types of loans, investment choices and recreational opportunities. Section 125 Plan for Health and Dental Premium Section 125 of the Internal Revenue code allows you to have your dependent coverage premiums deducted before payroll taxes are withheld resulting in tax savings to you. Flexible Spending Accounts Employees may participate in flexible spending accounts for reimbursement of medical and/or dependent care expenses. Direct Deposit Employees may have their bi-weekly paycheck deposited to the financial institution of their choice. 01 Do you posses a High school diploma or equivalent? + Yes + No 02 Do you have Six (6) years of experience within the primary utility functional area, and a minimum of eighteen (18) months in a lead position? + Yes + No 03 Are you in possession of an Associate's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering, Public Administration or in a closely-related field? + Yes + No 04 Do you posses and maintain a level B certification or a Level II license in the assigned utility functional area? (a Class C Water Treatment Plant Operator License is equivalent to a level I Water Distribution License); and Class D Wastewater Plant Operator License + Yes + No 05 Do you posses a valid State of Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL)? + Yes + No Required Question Employer City of Boynton Beach Address 100 E. Ocean Ave City Hall - Human Resources Boynton Beach, Florida, 33435 Phone 5617426275 5617426275 Website http://www.boynton-beach.org Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email