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CRH

Asphalt Plant QC Technician Trainee

Nokomis, FL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

Asphalt Plant QC Technician Trainee AMAT Nokomis, Florida, United States Job ID: 527107 Preferred Materials - Asphalt Division, part of CRH Southeast Division of Companies, is the leader in ...

City of Sanibel, FL

Wastewater Plant Operator Trainee

Sanibel, FL · On-site

$41K - $60K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Such duties may vary based on operational needs but will align with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for Wastewater Plant Operator Trainee. Remains available for emergency situations on ...

CRH

Asphalt Plant QC Technician Trainee

Nokomis, FL

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

The Quality Control Trainee will learn techniques to perform routine testing of Hot Mix Asphalt and assists in adjustments to plant settings to ensure compliance with job or agency specifications.

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for plant trainee in Florida is $18.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.64 and $19.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Plant Trainee vs Plant Operator?

AspectPlant TraineePlant Operator
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; training programsHigh school diploma; technical certification or license often preferred
Work EnvironmentTraining site, plant facilities, supervised environmentOperational plant floor, machinery, shift work
Employer & Industry UsageEntry-level training roles in power plants, manufacturing, or chemical plantsFull-time operational roles in similar industries

In summary, a Plant Trainee is an entry-level position focused on learning and training within a plant environment, often requiring minimal experience. A Plant Operator, on the other hand, is a fully responsible role involving the direct operation of plant equipment, requiring more experience and certifications. Both roles are essential in plant operations but differ mainly in responsibility and experience level.

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Infographic showing various Plant Trainee job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,540 per year, or $18 per hour.

Waste Water Plant Trainee/Operator I

City of West Palm Beach

West Palm Beach, FL • On-site

$23.17/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

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7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

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621st of 846 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

Summary
Wastewater Plant Trainee - Under direct supervision, assists the wastewater plant operations staff in performing a variety of duties to provide for the proper treatment of wastewater in accordance with federal, state, and local standards; and performs other related duties as assigned.
Wastewater Plant Operator I - Under limited supervision, performs a variety of duties to provide for the proper treatment of wastewater in accordance with federal, state, and local standards; and performs other related duties as assigned.
Salary
Wastewater Plant Trainee - pay grade 38
$17.66hourly
Wastewater Plant Operator I - pay grade 49
$23.17 hourly
Excellent Benefits!
Qualifications
Wastewater Plant Trainee - High school diploma or GED or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Must successfully complete the Department of Public Utilities Wastewater Training program and obtain the State of Florida Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Class C license within two (2) years from date of employment.
Wastewater Plant Operator I - High school diploma or GED and one (1) year related experience is required, or any equivalent combination of training and experience. State of Florida Wastewater Operator Class C License is required.
A current and valid Florida drivers license is required. For application purposes, a valid drivers license from any state (equivalent to a State of Florida Class E) may be utilized; with the ability to obtain the State of Florida drivers license within thirty (30) days from date of employment.
Education Requirements : To be considered valid (or verified) for position qualification purposes, and consistent with City Hiring Policy 4-5, a High School, GED or equivalent diploma, and all higher education degrees or certifications must have been issued by:
a) a public education institution in the State of Florida or any State or Territory of the United States; or
b) an institution accredited by an accrediting organization that is recognized by the Florida Department of Education or the U.S. Department of Education; or
c) an institution that is accredited by an organization that is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA); or
d) an institution whose degree or certification is accepted by institutions identified in either a), b), or c), above, for the purpose of admission to institutions identified in either a), b), or c) above.
International degrees will be evaluated to determine if they satisfy qualification requirements.
Special Driving Requirements:
  • Have not lost any driving privileges by reason of revocation, suspension or denial of license, or have been convicted and/or had an adjudication withheld of three or more moving violations .
  • Have nothad one DUI (Driving Under the Influence) in any preceding twenty-four (24) month period. License suspension of two weeks or less or suspensions based only on non-moving violations that have been cleared will not automatically result in revocation of driving privileges.
  • Have not had more than one DUI (conviction or adjudication withheld) in Florida or any other state within the past ten (10) years.

Additional Details
The selection process for this position may consist of any, all or a combination of the following tests: evaluation of training and experience, written examination, structured oral interview or other assessment method.
State of Emergency: When normal operations of City departments are suspended or interrupted due to a declaration by the Mayor that a state of emergency exists, all employees will be deemed critical by the City. For the preparation and/or continuation of emergency operations or for special work detail, employees deemed necessary shall be required to work. Employees deemed critical by the City but not needed for the initial preparation and/or continuation of emergency operations or for special work detail may be directed not to report to work, and given paid administrative leave or they may be reassigned to another location that best meet the needs of the City.
How To Apply
If you are interested in applying for this position you may apply online by selecting the Apply Now button at the end of the job posting. Applications must be received in Human Resources by the closing date.
The City of West Palm Beach is an equal employment opportunity employer. The City values the service of veterans to our country, supports recruitment of veterans and veterans' preference will be given in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes for those who met the minimum requirements of the position. Background investigation and physical is required as a condition of employment. Drug and alcohol screening may be required depending on the position.
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