Classified Ad Title:
Water Pollution Control Plant Operator I

Post Date
12/23/2024

Expiration Date
3/23/2025

Details:
This is entry-level technical work in the operation and maintenance of the water pollution control plant. Work involves responsibility for assisting in the operation and maintenance of the water pollution control plant and associated equipment. Employees of this class participate in plant operation and maintenance activities as part of an on-the-job training program designed to enable incumbents to achieve licensure as a Water Pollution Control Plant operator. Initially, work is closely supervised, but as experience is gained, employees are expected to perform normal assignments independently. Work is performed under the technical supervision of a licensed operator who reviews work through observation for results.

Duties will include (but not limited to):
• Assists and receives instruction in the operation of plant equipment; adjusts plant operation as directed; reads meters, gauges, and dials; assists in the maintenance of operating logs and records.
• Participates in the repair and maintenance of plant equipment; performs a variety of custodial and building maintenance work in the upkeep and care of plant facilities; maintains adjacent grounds.
• Collects wastewater samples; receives training in laboratory methods, tests, and calculations; determines treatment process conditions using lab data.
• Pumps raw sludge to track; automotive equipment incidental to plant operation and maintenance.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• The basic principles, practices, and methods of wastewater treatment.
• The functions and servicing requirements of mechanical equipment and machinery common to water pollution control plants.
• Water sampling and testing techniques.
• Learn the operation of plant pumping, treatment, and control equipment.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with others.






Qualifications:
High School Diploma

Employees of this class must obtain a Class I Wastewater Works Certificate as issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency within three years following employment.

Valid Ohio driver’s license.

Must obtain a valid Commercial Driver’s License within one year of appointment.




Comments:
Competitive wage and benefits package to include (but not limited to): Ohio Public Employees Retirement System, Deferred Compensation Programs, Employee Assistance Program, Sick Leave Accrual – verifiable sick leave from other, Ohio Public Employers accepted with no limit and Vacation Leave – Up to five weeks with other, verifiable, Ohio Public Service Time.



Employer:
City of Painesville
Contact:
Human Resources

Address:
PO Box 601
7 Richmond St
Painesville, OH 44077


Work Phone:
440-392-5798

Fax:
440-639-4831

Email:
employment@painesville.com

Website:
www.painesville.com