Public Works - Wastewater Department - Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Class III Trainee

Madison; Georgia; On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid employee health insurance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

The City of Madison is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Class III Trainee to assist in the safe operation, maintenance, and monitoring of the municipal wastewater plant on a full-time, on-site basis.

Entry salary starts at $17.55 per hour ($36,503.43 annually). The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid Georgia driver’s license, and the ability to obtain a Class II wastewater license with potential to obtain Class I within one year.

Qualifications

• Possession of a High School diploma or GED certificate.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia.
• Possession or ability to obtain a State of Georgia Wastewater Operator License Class II or higher, with the ability to obtain Class I within one (1) year.

Responsibilities

• Assists in wastewater treatment plant start-up and shut-down operations.
• Collects wastewater samples and assists in conducting basic process control analyses; assists in adjusting plant operations based on laboratory test results as needed.
• Assists in cleaning, repairing, and maintaining plant equipment, including performing preventive maintenance.
• Assists in maintaining inventories of plant equipment, parts, and supplies.
• Adheres to safe work practices and follows established safety policies and procedures.
• Assists in laboratory operations as needed.
• Performs janitorial and grounds maintenance duties.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Driver's license (GA)

Wastewater Operator License Class II or higher (ability to obtain Class I within 1 year)

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Public Works - Wastewater Department - Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Class III Trainee

DEPARTMENT: Public Works, Wastewater Division

JOB STATUS: Full-Time, Non-Exempt - In-Person/On-Site

ENTRY SALARY: $17.55 per hour; $36,503.43 annual salary

JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for assisting in the operation, maintenance, and monitoring of the City's wastewater treatment plant as an operator trainee.

MAJOR DUTIES

• Assists in wastewater treatment plant start-up and shut-down operations.
• Collects wastewater samples and assists in conducting basic process control analyses; assists in adjusting plant operations based on laboratory test results as needed.
• Assists in cleaning, repairing, and maintaining plant equipment, including performing preventive maintenance.
• Assists in maintaining inventories of plant equipment, parts, and supplies.
• Adheres to safe work practices and follows established safety policies and procedures.
• Assists in laboratory operations as needed.
• Performs janitorial and grounds maintenance duties.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Knowledge of tools, equipment, materials, and procedures used in wastewater treatment operations.
• Knowledge of City and departmental policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of wastewater treatment system operations.
• Knowledge of applicable state and federal environmental regulations.
• Skill in the repair and maintenance of electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Senior Utilities Supervisor, or designee, assigns work in terms of general instructions. Completed work is reviewed for compliance with established procedures and the accuracy and appropriateness of results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include City policies and procedures, applicable state and federal regulations, and established safety procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require interpretation in their application.

COMPLEXITY

The work consists of related wastewater treatment plant operational and maintenance duties. Compliance with strict environmental and safety regulations contributes to the complexity of the position.

SCOPE AND EFFECT

The purpose of this position is to assist in the safe and effective operation of the City's wastewater treatment plant. Successful performance contributes to the proper treatment of wastewater, protection of downstream water users, and compliance with environmental requirements.

PERSONAL CONTACTS

Contacts are typically with co-workers and other City employees.

PURPOSE OF CONTACTS

Contacts are typically to give or exchange information related to wastewater treatment plant operations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work typically requires intermittent sitting, standing, stooping, bending, crouching, and walking. The employee frequently lifts light objects and occasionally lifts heavy objects, climbs ladders, and uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work is typically performed in a wastewater treatment plant and outdoors. The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, moving machinery, contagious or infectious diseases, irritating chemicals, and cold or inclement weather. Work requires the use of appropriate personal protective equipment, including masks, goggles, and gloves.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

None.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Possession of High School diploma or GED certificate.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia.
• Possession or ability to obtain a State of Georgia Wastewater Operator License Class II or higher, with the ability to obtain Class I within one (1) year.

All applicants are subject to criminal background check as well as pre-employment and random drug/alcohol testing.

• City of Madison employees enjoy a benefits package including fully paid employee health, dental, and vision insurance and retirement.

The City of Madison is an equal opportunity employer.