Plant Operator A

The City of Saginaw; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Saginaw is seeking a Water Treatment Operator to operate pumps, feeders and filters, and to coordinate SCADA-controlled remote pumping stations. You will inspect and maintain equipment, collect samples, and handle routine chemical and electrical tasks to sustain a safe, compliant water system.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, valid MI driver’s license, and the ability to work rotating shifts including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum one year of experience operating and maintaining mechanical equipment.
• Valid Michigan driver's license in good standing.
• EGLE Drinking Water Operator Certification F-4 preferred or must obtain within four test cycles.
• Knowledge of chemistry, biology and mathematics for water treatment.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to read blueprints and electrical schematics is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain equipment for water treatment to maintain distribution pressure.
• Coordinate operation of remote pumping stations using SCADA.
• Inspect, clean, and lubricate pumping and related equipment.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and basic repairs.
• Operate emergency equipment during power failures or emergencies.
• Read and record water and electrical parameters, oil levels, pressures.
• Assist in treatment functions: sampling, chemical testing, daily supplies, generator fuel, backwashing.
• Monitor communications during shifts and log notifications.
• Perform building and grounds maintenance and assist with modifications.
• Perform annual inventory and maintenance of outdoor Christmas lighting display.
• Assist in training others in work techniques.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Water treatment

Equipment maintenance

SCADA operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SCADA computer system

Blueprints

Job description

*Open to SEIU Salaried Members and the Public*

SEIU Salaried Members must apply within the first 14 days of this posting to be considered as an in-house candidate. Any applications received after the first 14 days will be considered with applications from the public.

Applications will be screened. Those qualified will be invited to participate in a performance test and an oral interview. Applicants must successfully pass each of the selection processes by 70% or better to proceed in the process.

This posting is subject to close after 14 days

1. Operate and maintains equipment necessary for water treatment including centrifugal pumps, chemical feeders, filters and other mechanical equipment to maintain distribution system pressure
2. Coordinates the operation of remote pumping stations using Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (S.C.A.D.A.) computer system.
3. Inspect, clean, and lubricate pumping and related equipment.
4. Perform routine preventative maintenance, mechanical and basic electrical repair tasks.
5. Operates emergency equipment in case of power failure or during notified emergency response conditions.
6. Read and accurately record water and electrical conditions, oil levels, pressures, and other parameters.
7. Assist in operation of treatment functions as needed, including collecting samples, chemical and bacterial testing, filling of daily chemical supplies, generator fuel tanks, and filter backwashing.
8. In conjunction with the Operating Foremen monitors security during assigned shifts, receive, transmit, and log communications, radio transmissions, phones calls and any other emergency notifications.
9. Performs building and grounds maintenance tasks, including cleaning equipment, janitorial work, painting. and assisting with equipment or facility modifications; provide emergency maintenance as needed.
10. Performs annual inventory and maintenance of annual Christmas lighting outdoor display.
11. Assist in training others in work techniques.
12. Performs other duties as needed.

1. High school diploma or GED equivalent.
2. Minimum one (1) year of experience in the operation and maintenance of various types of mechanical equipment and tools.
3. Valid State of Michigan driver’s license, maintained in good standing.
4. Possession of a Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) Drinking Water Operator Certification F-4 Classification preferred or once eligible, must obtain the F-4 Certification within (4) test cycles of hire.
5. Knowledge of basic chemistry, biology and mathematics and ability to apply knowledge to the water treatment process.
6. Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
7. Ability to read blueprints and electrical schematics is desirable.

​This work requires the constant exertion of up to 10 pounds of force, frequent exertion of up to 25 pounds of force, and occasional exertion of up to 50 pounds of force; work requires constant sitting, grasping, manipulating or making small precise hand movements; occasional walking, standing, reaching with hands and arms; work requires seldom climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, pushing or pulling and tasting or smelling; work has standard vision and hearing requirements; vocal communication is necessary to express detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly, and/or quickly; work has constant exposure to moving mechanical parts; frequent exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals; work has occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions, fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock and vibrations, work requires the occasional use of protective devices such as, respirator, masks, goggles, and gloves; work is generally in a very loud noisy location (e.g. jack hammer work, garbage recycle plant).
Must be able to work a rotating shift including nights, holidays, and weekends as assigned.