Operator in Training - WT

Benton Utilities; Benton (AR); In loco; USD 29.000 - 30.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Benton Utilities in Benton, AR is seeking a wastewater operations aide to perform routine manual labor in support of the treatment facility's operations and maintenance. Responsibilities include making routine checks, assisting with building and equipment maintenance, and vehicle inspections; secondary duties include hauling liquid solids, operating trucks and mowers; weekend/overtime may be required.

Requires a high school diploma or GED and 7–11 months related experience; must obtain Class I

Competenze

• Basic knowledge of materials, supplies, and equipment related to wastewater treatment operations.
• Ability to obtain a Class I Wastewater Operator license within one year.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks as assigned by Department Manager and/or Lead position.
• Ability to obtain Class B or better CDL within one year.

Mansioni

• Make routine checks of plant operations and equipment to detect malfunctions.
• Assist operators in all duties in maintenance of buildings, grounds, equipment and vehicles.
• Assist with daily inspection of vehicles.
• Hauls liquid solids using tank truck.
• Operates dump truck, pickup, mowers, and jet rodder as necessary in plant operation.
• May be required to work weekends, evenings, and overtime.

Conoscenze

Wastewater ops basics

Communication skills

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

Descrizione del lavoro

• Base Pay $21.00 - $22.10 / Hour
• Employee Type Non-Exempt

Description

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and minimum qualifications of this job. The incumbent(s) may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign job-related responsibilities and tasks to this job at any time. Certain functions are understood to be essential; these include, but are not limited to, attendance, getting along with others, working a full shift, and dealing with and working under stress. Any essential function of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant when possible.

JOB SUMMARY: Performs routine manual labor in assisting in the operations and maintenance of the wastewater treatment facility.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Make routine checks of plant operations and equipment to detect malfunctions.
• Assist operators in all duties in maintenance of buildings, grounds, equipment and vehicles.
• Assist with daily inspection of vehicles.

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Hauls liquid solids using tank truck.
• Operates dump truck, pickup, mowers, and jet rodder as necessary in plant operation.
• May be required to work weekends, evenings, and overtime.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

EDUCATION

High school diploma or GED and seven (7) to eleven (11) months of related experience.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Basic knowledge of materials, supplies, and equipment related to wastewater treatment operations.
Ability to obtain a Class I Wastewater Operator license within one year.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks as assigned by Department Manager and/or Lead position.
Ability to obtain Class B or better CDL (Commercial Drivers License) within one year.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Valid Arkansas driver's license. Ability to get a CDL license.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical activities marked below are representative of those that will be required on a regular basis to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Lifting (lbs.) 50

Carrying (lbs.) 50
Stooping/Bending

Walking

Standing

Climbing, Balancing (working with a ladder)

Use of hands to finger, handle, or feel

Physical Coordination (simultaneous use of hands, arms, feet and legs)

Eye-Hand Coordination

Close Vision (Clear at 20 inches or less)

Distant Visions (Clear at 20 feet or more)

Depth Perception

Hearing

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The environmental conditions marked below are common for this job.

Outdoor weather conditions

Wet, Humid conditions (non-weather)

Work near moving mechanical parts

Work in high, precarious places

Fumes or dust

Toxic or caustic chemicals

Extreme Heat (non-weather over 90 o F)

Low noise (e.g., business office)

Moderate Noise (e.g., light motorized equipment such as lawn mowers)

Loud noise (e.g., jackhammer, heavy motorized equipment)

SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION: This position has been deemed a Safety Sensitive position and any person performing duties in this position while under the influence of marijuana or any other substance (legal or illegal) that could impair the employee may constitute a threat to health and safety. Benton Utilities maintains a zero-tolerance for the use of any substancethat may impair a Safety Sensitive individual. Consequences of a violation can be found in the Benton Utilities Employee Manual.