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Utilities leaders seek reclassifications, lift‑station mechanics and staffing for new wastewater plant

5950368 · August 21, 2025
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Utilities staff proposed reclassifying several roles, adding lift‑station mechanics and planning staffing for a larger wastewater treatment plant, citing vulnerabilities in lift‑station coverage revealed during storms.

Dade City utilities officials told the commission they plan organizational reclassifications and one new hire to strengthen operations and prepare for a planned, larger wastewater treatment plant. The requests center on succession planning, lift‑station reliability and dual‑certified operators for both water and wastewater systems.

Deputy utilities presenter (mister Daniels) and utility staff described a package that would: reclassify the chief wastewater treatment plant operator to a superintendent covering both water and wastewater; reclassify a wastewater operator to a lead operator; change an assistant crew lead to a lift‑station mechanic;…

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