WASTEWATER OPERATOR

City of Surprise; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Surprise is seeking a candidate for semi-skilled activities in water reclamation facilities. Responsibilities include compliance sampling, laboratory analysis, equipment inspection, and maintaining records. A high school diploma and relevant certifications are required.

Qualifications

• One year of wastewater utilities and/or laboratory related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform semi-skilled activities related to water reclamation facilities.
• Take compliance samples and perform laboratory analysis.
• Inspect equipment and perform minor maintenance.

Skills

Compliance

Laboratory Analysis

Equipment Inspection

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

SUMMARY
Incumbents perform semi-skilled activities related to the operation of water reclamation facilities (including bio solids handling), disinfection processes, reclaimed water systems and recharge basins and wells. Incumbents are responsible for complying with regulations and permit conditions. Incumbents take compliance samples, perform laboratory analysis, inspect equipment, perform minor maintenance, and keep records.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or GED. Preferred candidate will have one year of wastewater utilities and/or laboratory related experience.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Must possess a valid Arizona Driver License and a valid Arizona Grade 1 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certification at time of hire, and a valid Arizona Grade 1 Wastewater Collection System Operator certification within one (1) year of hire.

SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process to include a panel interview.

Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include:

• Fingerprinting
• Criminal Background screening
• Drug Screen
• E-Verify
• 39 Month Motor Vehicle Department Records Check

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The City of Surprise is an EEO/ADA reasonable accommodation employer.