Three Rivers Wastewater Treatment Plant-Full Time Operator Apprentice

We Are TR; Three Rivers (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Three Rivers is seeking an entry-level Operator Apprentice for the Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) in Three Rivers, MI. This full-time role trains in operations and maintenance, with part of time spent on laboratory analyses each month.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, obtain a Michigan Class B CDL with Tanker and Air Brake endorsements within six months, and pursue a Level D certification within 24 months.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED required.
• Willing to obtain Michigan Class B CDL with Tanker and Air Brake endorsements within 6 months.
• Willing to pursue Level D certification within 24 months.

Responsibilities

• Learn operations and maintenance of the WWTP and related facilities.
• Spend part of each month performing laboratory analyses.

Skills

CDL Class B (Tanker & Air Brake)

Shift flexibility

Laboratory analyses

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position:Three Rivers Wastewater Treatment Plant-Full Time Operator Apprentice

Location: Three Rivers, MI

Job Id:285

# of Openings:1

The City of Three Rivers is hiring a Full Time Operator Apprentice for the Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP). This entry level position learns the technical work necessary to do the operations and maintenance of the City’s WWTP and facilities. Each month one-quarter to one-half of the Operator Apprentice’s time is spent doing laboratory analyses. The WWTP is a 2.75 MGD State of Michigan NPDES permitted facility that treats wastewater from the City of Three Rivers, and two surrounding St Joseph County townships.

Minimum requirements: High school graduate or GED and possess the knowledge and ability to perform the job functions required for the position. This position also requires the possession or ability to obtain a Michigan Class B CDL driver’s license with Tanker Truck and Air Brake Endorsements within six (6) months of hire. Employees will only be reimbursed for license costs after successfully obtaining their Class B CDL license. The individual in this position must also be willing to work assigned shift hours and be available for evening and/or weekend work as required. Must hold or obtain a Level D certification from the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality within 3 testing cycles or 24 months of hire. This position requires the potential employee be available to respond within a 30-minute time period to TRWWTP if called for an emergency and must be able to communicate by telephone when off duty. This position is located in an environment where exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, noxious odors, gases, and vibrations, full spectrum of weather and temperature conditions, water, and wastewater are present.