Wastewater Recycling Center - Operator

City of Cedarburg, WI; Cedarburg (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid holidays

Generous vacation and sick leave

On-Call pay

Wisconsin Retirement System

Job summary

City of Cedarburg, WI is seeking a skilled wastewater operator to manage daily plant operations, perform laboratory testing, and execute preventative maintenance on treatment and collection systems. The role requires timely response to alarms and emergencies, with rotation into weekend/on-call coverage.

The ideal candidate holds a high school diploma or GED and Wisconsin wastewater operator licensing with appropriate subclasses, plus a valid Wisconsin driver’s license and CDL with tanker

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 2-year or 4-year degree in water science related field or any combination of training and experience is desirable.
• Must have or be able to obtain a Wisconsin Wastewater Operator's License with all necessary subclasses.
• Must have a valid State of Wisconsin Driver's License.
• Must have or be able to obtain within one year a CDL with tanker (N) endorsement.
• Must have the ability to respond within 30 minutes to plant emergencies or lift station alarms.

Responsibilities

• Operate valves, pumps, chemical feed, screens and grit removal equipment.
• Collect wastewater samples and perform routine laboratory testing to monitor treatment processes and plant performance; maintain records and perform tests required for regulatory compliance.
• Perform preventative maintenance repairs on mechanical and electrical machinery and equipment, on the distribution and collection system, and on the building and grounds.
• Clean wet wells and operate pumps and valves to control and adjust flow and treatment process of wastewater; monitor and operate gauges, meters and control panels; observe and interpret variations in operating conditions.
• Ability to participate in weekend and after hour rotations.

Skills

Valve operation

Pumps operation

Lab testing

Maintenance

Record keeping

Regulatory compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Water science related degree (2/4-year) desirable

Wisconsin Wastewater Operator's License (or ability to obtain)

Driver's license

CDL with tanker (N) endorsement within 1 year

Tools

SCADA experience

Job description

General Purpose - Perform a variety of skilled operational, laboratory, and maintenance duties associated with the operation and maintenance of the Cedarburg Water Recycling Center and collection system.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities - Operate valves, pumps, chemical feed, screens and grit removal equipment.

Collect wastewater samples and perform routine laboratory testing to monitor treatment processes and plant performance; maintain records and perform tests required for regulatory compliance.

Perform preventative maintenance repairs on mechanical and electrical machinery and equipment, on the distribution and collection system, and on the building and grounds.

Clean wet wells and operate pumps and valves to control and adjust flow and treatment process of wastewater; monitor and operate gauges, meters and control panels; observe and interpret variations in operating conditions.

Ability to participate in weekend and after hour rotations.

Tools & equipment used: motor vehicle, generators, pumps, gauges, common hand and power tools, shovels, wrenches, detection devices, mobile radio, phone, computer

Typical Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is required
• 2-year or 4-year degree in water science related field or any combination of training and experience is desirable
• Must have or be able to obtain a Wisconsin Wastewater Operator's License with all necessary subclasses
• Must have a valid State of Wisconsin Driver's License
• Must have or be able to obtain within one year a CDL with tanker (N) endorsement
• Must have the ability to respond within 30 minutes to plant emergencies or lift station alarms

Supplemental Information

• Pre-employment background check and drug test are required prior to hiring
• Working knowledge of wastewater treatment processes, laboratory procedures, equipment, and collection system maintenance is preferred.
• A working knowledge of computers is preferred.
• Flexibility with schedule is required to accommodate changing business needs.
• Salary range is $54,500 - $76,500 depending on experience and education

Physical Demands

• Manual Dexterity: Work requires definite skilled and accurate physical operations requiring some closely coordinated performance
• Physical Effort: Work requires handling fifty (50) lbs. of material or equipment, but not for sustained periods
• Working Conditions: Some exposure to disagreeable features

Benefits Include

• Health, dental, vision insurance package
• Paid holidays (12 annually)
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• On-Call pay
• Wisconsin Retirement System (employee and employer contributions)

Full time employees are eligible for health and dental insurance. Also eligible for participation in Wisconsin Retirement System, life insurance, sick and vacation pay.

01 What training or experience do you have in the wastewater treatment field?

02 What experience do you have performing laboratory testing? Please list the types of wastewater or laboratory tests you have performed.

03 Do you have a Wisconsin wastewater operator's license? If so, what level and subclasses do you hold?

04 Describe your experience operating wastewater treatment processes and equipment.

05 What computer skills do you have? Do you have experience with SCADA systems or other computerized control systems?

06 Describe your experience with mechanical maintenance and repair, including pumps, motors, valves, lift stations, or collection systems.

07 Do you currently have a valid CDL? If so, what class and endorsements do you hold? If not, are you willing and able to obtain a CDL with Tanker (N) endorsement within one year of employment?

08 Are you willing to relocate in order to meet the 30-minute response time?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question