Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Trainee (Permanent) - Ricketts Glen State Park

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Trainee for a full-time position at Ricketts Glen State Park. This entry-level role provides a unique opportunity to start a career in wastewater management, involving training to operate a wastewater treatment facility effectively. Applicants will need to work various shifts and maintain the required qualifications, including obtaining a state operator's certificate.

Qualifications

• Six months of building maintenance or trades experience.
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Responsibilities

• Engage in duties associated with the maintenance and operation of the wastewater treatment plant.
• Learn basic competencies and skills to become a certified operator.

Skills

Building maintenance experience

Trades experience

Job description

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Trainee (Permanent) - Ricketts Glen State Park

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THE POSITION

Are you a driven and committed individual looking to embark on a career in wastewater management? The Department of Conservation & Natural Resources is on the lookout for a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Trainee to join the team. This entry-level position offers an excellent opportunity to kickstart a rewarding career in wastewater management. If you believe you have what it takes to succeed in this position, we encourage you to apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this role, you will have the opportunity to engage in duties associated with the maintenance and operation of the wastewater treatment plant at Ricketts Glen State Park. Here you will learn basic competencies and skills, preparing you to become a certified wastewater treatment plant operator.

If you are ready to embark upon a challenging, yet rewarding new path with the Commonwealth, we want to meet you!

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM with a 30-minute lunch
• Days/shifts will vary, will work 5 days, 37.5 hrs. per week to include holidays and weekends when needed.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
  
  

Required Experience, Training & Eligibility

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Six months of building maintenance or trades experience; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.
  
  

Special Requirements:

• All employees must obtain, within the probationary period, a valid Operator’s Certificate, or an Operator in Training Designation issued by the Pennsylvania State Board for Certification of Water and Wastewater System Operators as a wastewater treatment plant operator that is equal to or greater than the classification and subclassification of the wastewater system to be operated or maintained. PA DEP Wastewater Operator class B1 and E4 certifications.
• This position requires possession of an active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent.
  
  

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.
  
  

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.
  
  

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date . Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
  
  

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S.
• 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
  
  

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
  
  

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.



EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
• your score may be lower than deserved.
• you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.

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