QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver’s license
- Valid Grade 7 Mass Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator’s Certificate required
- Three (3) – Five (5) years’ relevant experience involving operation of complex wastewater treatment procedures; previous experience supervising staff preferred.
- Must be familiar with wastewater treatment processes including but not limited to: primary & secondary clarification, trickling filter operation, nitrifications, anaerobic digestion, chlorination, phosphorus removal, sludge de-watering and NPDES permit requirements.
- Familiarity with SCADA systems and other plant management software.
- Strong competency in mathematics and familiarity with routine calculations used in wastewater treatment and process control
- Requires strong communication skills to work effectively with a diverse population; Must be able to interact with people on an upbeat and friendly basis, regardless of circumstances
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The incumbent works in various municipal buildings on the DPU Wastewater/Water campus. While performing the duties of the Chief Treatment Plant Operator, the incumbent is required to: interact and communicate frequently with the public, government officials, other staff members and boards, and/or third parties transacting business with the City. Frequent periods of outside work may be entailed, subject to all weather conditions and extremes. Exposure to noise, odors, and hazardous chemicals. Incumbent may be required to work at any time during the 24-hour day to respond to weather-related or emergency needs.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Physical ability and agility sufficient to operate valves, gates and other equipment as required in treatment facility or pumping operation and control involving the entry into manholes and vaults, climbing ladders, cross-county travel etc. Lift up to 50 lbs.
HOURS
6:30am-3:00pm, Monday – Friday
40 hours a week
SALARY
Starting rate $27.03 - $28.54 an hour
Annual increases up to $37.43 an hour
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Tuesday, October 1, 2024 @ 4:00PM