Water Reclamation Operator II

City of Hamilton, Ohio; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Hamilton, Ohio, seeks a lead shift operator for the Water Reclamation Plant. The role includes supervising Operators I, managing rotating shifts, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

You will perform plant checks, hourly sampling, and run tests in the laboratory, including BOD and solids; control chlorine residuals; and coordinate repairs with maintenance staff. This is an internal posting for current IUOE Local 20 members.

Qualifications

• Class I Water Reclamation certificate with 2+ years of operating experience.
• Reciprocity certificate and 2+ years of operating experience accepted.
• Must obtain Class II Water Reclamation certificate within 12 months.
• Internal postings require Class I certificate and 6 months as Operator I or 6 months as Maintenance Worker.

Responsibilities

• Makes routine checks of entire plant on shift; takes and records readings and checks equipment.
• Takes hourly samples and reads flow meter charts.
• Runs plant laboratory tests (total solids, suspended solids, BOD, DO, etc.).
• Chlorinates flow from plant and monitors chlorine residuals.
• Makes adjustments and performs running repairs; refers major repairs to maintenance staff.
• Gives general supervision to Water Reclamation Operators I and enforces safety.

Skills

Activated sludge plant knowledge

Safety awareness

SCADA systems

Mechanical aptitude

Recordkeeping

Education

Water Reclamation (Wastewater) Class I certificate

Water Reclamation (Wastewater) Class II certificate (within 12 months)

Tools

Excel

SCADA software

Job description

General Description

THIS IS AN INTERNAL POSTING. ONLY CURRENT CITY OF HAMILTON EMPLOYEES WHO ARE IUOE, LOCAL 20 MEMBERS ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY. ALL OTHER APPLICANTS WILL BE REJECTED.

This is skilled technical work as lead shift operator of the Water Reclamation Plant. The employee is responsible for shift operations of an activated sludge water reclamation plant. Duties require a thorough understanding of a wide variety of mechanical and chemical processes and related equipment as well as an awareness and alertness to the safety hazards inherent in various stages of the treatment process. Supervision is exercised over Water Reclamation Operators I. All work is performed under the general supervision of the Water Reclamation Superintendent. Work is characterized by employment on rotating shifts, some of which may be solitary.

Essential Job Functions

• Makes routine checks of entire plant on shift; takes and records readings, checks a large number and variety of motors, pumps, gas meters, air and gas compressors, supernatant selectors, sludge scrapers, gasoline engines, electrical panels, air conditioners, grit collectors, heating units and heat exchangers; and checks a variety of other gauges, charts and equipment.
• Takes specific samples and makes specific readings every hour throughout tour of duty; reads flow meter charts and measures samples.
• Runs a variety of tests in plant laboratory such as total solids, suspended solids, fixed solids, volatile solids, settable solids, dissolved oxygen content, five-day biochemical oxygen demand, sludge indices and percentages.
• Chlorinates flow from plant to river, runs chlorine residual tests and keeps logs to indicate level of chlorination.
• Makes a variety of adjustments and running repairs; refers major repair to maintenance staff.
• Gives general supervision to the work of Water Reclamation Operators I and insures that appropriate safety precautions are being observed.
• Maintains a variety of records and logs and prepares and submits reports of plant operations.
• Performs related work as required.

Skills/Knowledges/Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of the operating characteristics and maintenance requirements of a large activated sludge water reclamation plant.
• Considerable knowledge of a variety of hydraulic, chemical and mechanical principles pertinent to the operation of an activated sludge Water Reclamation Plant.
• Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the work.
• Ability to inspect machinery and mechanical equipment in operation, to detect flaws and to effect appropriate remedial measures.
• Ability to understand and follow moderately complex oral and written instructions and diagrams.
• Ability to keep records and prepare and submit reports.
• Ability and willingness to use a variety of safety devices such as safety harnesses, respirators, eye protection, special gloves, and related equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude and good general intelligence.
• Skill in the operation and care of the tools and equipment appropriate to the work.
• Coursework in Sanitation or Water Reclamation.
• Knowledge of OSHA and Ohio Public Employee Risk Reduction Program (OPERRP) regulations and standards.
• Knowledge of SCADA Systems, excel spreadsheets, and common computer applications.

Training/Education/Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Possession of a Class I certificate in Water Reclamation (Wastewater), as issued by the State of Ohio and a minimum of (2) years of operating experience in a Water Reclamation Plant; or
• Possession of a Water Reclamation (Wastewater) certificate from a state that has reciprocity with the State of Ohio and a minimum of (2) years of operating experience in a Water Reclamation Plant; and
• Must obtain a Class II certificate for Water Reclamation (Wastewater) issued by the State of Ohio within twelve (12) months of appointment. Full Class II certification must be maintained.
• (For internal postings) Possession of a Class I certificate in Water Reclamation (Wastewater), as issued by the State of Ohio; and
• Six (6) months experience as a Water Reclamation Operator I (Class Code 341); or
• Six (6) months experience as a Maintenance Worker (Class Code 114.3) within the City of Hamilton Water Reclamation Division; and
• Must obtain a Class II certificate for Water Reclamation (Wastewater) issued by the State of Ohio within twelve (12) months of appointment. Full Class II certification must be maintained.

The below information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available and is subject to change. Not all benefits listed are available for every position. Benefits can vary depending on applicable labor agreements and/or salary plan.

Temporary and part-time positions are not eligible for the benefits listed below.

For specific questions, contact the HR Contact indicated on the Job Posting.

Health Insurance

The City offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage. The medical plan is a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA) to help cover eligible healthcare expenses. Health insurance coverage begins on your date of hire.

Holidays

For many employee groups, the City provides 17 days (136 hours/year) of paid holiday leave. These include: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and the Friday after, Christmas Eve Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Eve.

Life Insurance

After six months of employment, employees are eligible for $10,000 coverage under our group life insurance policy. Additional coverage up to the employee's annual salary ($40,000 maximum) may be purchased. Upon retirement this coverage will be reduced to $4,000. The premiums will be paid by the City.

Voluntary Supplemental Benefits

Life insurance (term and whole life), critical illness/cancer, accident, short / long term disability insurance

Deferred Compensation Plan

This plan allows employees to build a financial reserve for retirement by using pre-tax, payroll deducted contributions. This money is held and invested by the plan's trustees in options selected by the employee. Risk levels vary depending on the options chosen. Participation is voluntary.

Retirement Plans

The Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) and the Police and Fire Disability and Pension Fund (PFDPF) are the two plans available to City employees. Both are established by Ohio law and participation is required. Both the employee and the City of Hamilton contribute a percentage (pre-tax) into the system. Members do not pay into the Federal Social Security System. Employees and the City also contribute to Medicare.

EMPLOYEES WHO ARE COVERED BY A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT (CBA) MAY HAVE BENEFITS THAT DIFFER FROM THOSE NOTED ABOVE. IN THOSE INSTANCES, YOU MUST REFER TO THE CBA FOR SPECIFIC BENEFIT DETAILS. THIS LISTING IS NOT ALL-INCLUSIVE, BUT IS INTENDED TO PROVIDE A BRIEF OVERVIEW.

01

Do you possess a Valid Class I or higher OEPA Wastewater Works Operator License? (If you select yes, please attach or you will be considered as not having the certificate and answered "no")

• Yes
• No

02

If you do possess a Valid Class I license or higher, please list the Class number you currently possess. (If not, please list "N/A")

03

Do you have at lease three (3) years of operating experience in a Water Reclamation Plant?

• Yes
• No

04

If you have at least three (3) years of operating experience in a Water Reclamation Plant, please list employer(s) and dates below. (If not, please list "N/A")

05

Do you have at lease six (6) months experience as a Water Reclamation Operator I within the City of Hamilton Water Reclamation Division?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have at least Six (6) months of experience as a Maintenance Worker (Class Code 114.3) within the City of Hamilton Water Reclamation Division?

• Yes
• No

07

Did you include your CORRECT email address in your application? Please recheck. Our communication to you will be via email and it's imperative that we have a valid email address.

• Yes
• No

08

Do you understand that you will receive email notifications during this recruitment process and will need to continually check your email and respond timely?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question