WWW Operations Technician Apprentice - Department of Public Works

City of Baltimore; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 54,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Baltimore is seeking an Operations Technician Apprentice to train in operation, maintenance, and minor repair of plant equipment. You’ll work in a water or wastewater facility with rotating shifts and close supervision.

This three-year apprenticeship includes hands-on learning, safety training, and documentation of readings; applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and a valid Maryland driver's license.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver’s license or equivalent; Baltimore City permit required.
• Provisional driver’s license or learner permits are not acceptable.
• Upload a copy of your valid driver’s license with application.
• Three-year apprenticeship program; participants are under contract for that period.

Responsibilities

• Receive classroom and on-the-job training in the operation, maintenance and minor repair of mechanical and electrical equipment in a water or wastewater treatment plant.
• Work under close supervision from a technical superior with rotating shift hours (evening, night, weekend, holiday and callback).
• Must follow safety procedures and learn to read meters and gauges, recording readings.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading technical materials

Following instructions

Arithmetic calculations

Reading meters and gauges

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Get to Know Us

Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits

Salary Range

$54,422.00 - $88,706.00 Annually

Hiring Salary Range

$54,422.00 – $71,564.00 Annually

Job Summary

An Operations Technician Apprentice receives classroom and on-the-job training in the operation, maintenance and minor repair of mechanical and electrical equipment in a water or wastewater treatment plant. Work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities. Incumbents receive close supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a rotating shift with evening, night, weekend, holiday and callback hours as required or held over until properly relieved or for emergencies. Work is performed in a water or wastewater treatment plant where there is exposure to chemical dust and fumes, extremes of heat or cold and noxious odors. Work requires moderate physical exertion.

Minimum Qualifications

On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must: Education: Have graduated from an accredited high school or possession of a GED certificate.
AND: Licenses, Registrations, and Certificates: Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver's license or an equivalent driver's license and eligible to obtain a Baltimore City driver’s permit. PROVISIONAL DRIVER’S LICENSE OR LEARNER PERMITS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE.
NOTE: YOU MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF YOUR VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE WITH APPLICATION AT TIME OF APPLYING.
Employees must apply for a valid Temporary State of Maryland Certificate, issued by the Board of Waterworks and Waste Systems Operators on the first day of employment. (Fee is required.) Possession of a valid Temporary State of Maryland Certificate is a requirement of employment.
NOTE: This is a three-year apprenticeship program. Participants are under contract for that period of time.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read and comprehend technical materials.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to perform arithmetic calculations.
• Ability to learn to read meters and gauges and record readings.

Additional Information

Background Check

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.

Probation

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month probation.

Eligibility

Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.

Education Accreditation

Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org.

Selection Process

All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.

Examination Process

Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment-certified eligible list for at least six months. The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.

SCOPE OF THE MULTIPLE-CHOICE TEST

The multiple-choice examination is designed to evaluate each candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities in areas such as:

• Reading and comprehension of technical materials; Mechanical aptitude.
• Basic mathematics.
• Safety practices and procedures.
• Record keeping.
• Following directions.

CANDIDATES INDICATING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS ON THEIR APPLICATIONS WILL BE NOTIFIED WHEN AND WHERE TO APPEAR FOR THE EXAMINATION. YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO SIT FOR THE EXAMINATION UNLESS YOU PRESENT YOUR MARYLAND DRIVER'S LICENSE OR EMPLOYEE PHOTO ID CARD TO THE TEST MONITOR PRIOR TO THE TEST ADMINISTRATION.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE

Honorably discharged U.S. Armed Forces veterans (with 90 consecutive days on active duty not including active duty as a Reservist or National Guardsmen. The Veteran must have passed all parts of the examination and shall be otherwise found eligible for employment. Late submissions will not be accepted.

RESIDENTS' PREFERENCE

Baltimore City residents submitting applications on or before the closing date who pass all parts of the examination are entitled to residents' preference. At the time of application, a legible photocopy of a valid Maryland Driver's License or Maryland Identification Card issued by the MVA with a street address within the Baltimore City limits must be submitted. Late submissions will not be accepted.

DISABILITY PREFERENCE

Persons with a developmental disability, severe physical disability, or psychiatric disability submitting applications on or before the closing date who pass all parts of the examination are entitled to a disability preference. Certification from the Maryland Department of Education, Division of Rehabilitation, or an equivalent out-of-state vocational rehabilitation.

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.

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