WWTP Trainee

City of St Joseph; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and life insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

Job summary

City of St Joseph is seeking a maintenance worker to perform varied semi-skilled tasks at the Waste Water Treatment Plant, including building and grounds upkeep. You’ll work under supervision, operating treatment equipment and assisting lab staff with samples, while maintaining records and performing routine maintenance.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, some mechanical training, and a Michigan driver’s license. The city offers health, dental, life insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; original diploma with application.
• Experience with operation of a personnel computer.
• One year of full-time schooling beyond high school in a mechanical trade or related curriculum; Michigan Class D license preferred.
• Valid Michigan driver’s license; insurability per city standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate wastewater treatment and sludge processing equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance: oiling, lubrication, filter changes, bulb replacement.
• May serve as pumping station operator.
• Maintain records of work performed and assist with building and grounds maintenance.
• Assist labs with grab samples and routine samplers; help other classifications as needed.

Skills

General maintenance

Equipment operation

Record keeping

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

One year post-secondary in mechanical trade / applied science

Michigan Class D operator’s license or eligible

Job description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Perform varied semi-skilled tasks in the operation and maintenance of a Waste Water Treatment and/or sewage pumping plant, while working with a Local 1250 employee of a higher classification, including work involving the maintenance and upkeep of buildings and equipment at the Waste Water Treatment Plant.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Work is under the close supervision of an employee of a higher grade.

TYPICAL EXAMPLES OF WORK

Operate waste water treatment and sludge processing equipment.
Inspect and perform preventative maintenance procedures such as: oil and lubrication of equipment, changing filters and light bulbs.
May work as pumping station operator.
Keep records of work performed.
Perform general maintenance on buildings, streets, grounds and equipment.
Building maintenance includes painting, cleaning and repairing interior and exterior surfaces, doors, windows and furnishings.
Equipment maintenance includes cleaning, painting and assisting operators or mechanics as necessary.
Operate equipment such as tractor mower, power mower, lawn maintenance and other power-drive equipment that might be used for the maintenance, repair and modification of the buildings and grounds at the Waste Water Treatment Plant.
Inspect and perform minor service, repairs and adjustments on equipment.
Inspect and perform tasks such as rough carpentry and cement work.
Assist lab staff in taking grab samples, spot tests and in routinely maintaining samplers.
May be assigned to assist an employee in another classification, including more complicated tasks.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties by personnel so classified.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Working knowledge of the functions, methods, operation and mechanics of a waste water treatment plant and its equipment.
Working knowledge of the proper methods of cleaning and oiling machinery.
General mechanical ability.
Reasonable knowledge of the materials, tools, methods and work techniques used in the maintenance of the buildings and grounds at the Waste Water Treatment Plant.
Reasonable knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions necessary for protection of employees.
Ability to operate mobile equipment and tools used to perform the duties described in this classification.
Ability to perform heavy manual tasks.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to maintain simple records.
Willingness to perform unpleasant and/or dirty tasks as required.
Ability to establish and maintain satisfactory working relationships with the public and other employees.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
  o Original diploma required with application
• Experience in the operation of a personnel computer.
• Successful completion of a minimum of one year of full-time schooling beyond the high school level in a mechanical trade, pre-engineering curriculum, or applied science or applied technology curriculum, or hold a Michigan Class D operator’s license.
  o Official, sealed transcripts or copy of license required at time of application
• Possession of a license to operate a motor vehicle in the State of Michigan.
• Driving record must meet the city standards to be insurable.

Pay rate

$22.09/hour - $28.77/hour (After 3 years)

Excellent benefit package includes health, dental and life insurance, paid vacation and sick time.

Deadline

October 14, 2026 by 5:00 p.m.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Please print the following forms required for application, print:

• Application
• Full-time Release Info. Agreement form
• EEO form
• Drug Testing Policy and Procedure Statement
• Drug Free Workplace Policy

If you have any questions, please call our office at 586-574-4670.