Water & Wastewater Plant Student Operator — Part Time

City of Ames; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 29,055,000 - 33,283,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Ames Water and Pollution Control Department is seeking a WPC Plant Student Operator. The role involves operating the Water and Pollution Control plant and pumping stations to support Ames, Iowa State University, and the City of Kelley, under supervision.

Shifts include weekends with alternating weeks, and several day/night blocks. Compensation starts at $21.91/hour with progression to $23.00, $24.16, or higher with licenses; position is under 20 hours/week, no benefits.

Qualifications

• Required: Current college student.
• Preferred: Student enrolled in a program related to water environmental treatment, wastewater treatment, engineering, environmental science, or chemistry; OR one year of experience with mechanical equipment; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Extensive training will be provided; knowledge of computer systems; knowledge of the principles of hydraulics, chemistry, and electricity; ability to read and interpret data; ability to make mathematical computations; ability to work alone on an operating shift and take responsibility for previously outlined procedures; ability to follow standard operating procedures; ability to act quickly and calmly in emergency situations on an individual basis; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with citizens, supervisors, co-workers and other City employees.

Skills

Data interpretation

Math computations

Computer literacy

Emergency response

Interpersonal skills

Education

Current college student

Program related to water/environmental treatment, engineering, environmental science, or chemistry (preferred)

Job description

The City of Ames Water and Pollution Control Department is seeking a WPC Plant Student Operator. The role involves operating the Water and Pollution Control plant and pumping stations to support Ames, Iowa State University, and the City of Kelley, under supervision.

Shifts include weekends with alternating weeks, and several day/night blocks. Compensation starts at $21.91/hour with progression to $23.00, $24.16, or higher with licenses; position is under 20 hours/week, no benefits.