Wastewater Plant Operator II or III

Monday – Thursday 6 : 00 am to 4 : 45 pm or Tuesday – Friday 6 : 00 am to 4 : 45 pm

Position Summary

Under close supervision of the Wastewater Plant Superintendent or Wastewater Plant Operator IV, performs semi-skilled to skilled work for the City of St. George in the maintenance of the wastewater treatment plant in accordance with state and federal regulations.

Essential Functions (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics.The list of tasks is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)

• Assists with installing and removing equipment, repairing broken parts, and performing preventive maintenance.Makes minor repairs and may complete work orders independently as assigned requiring some mechanical and electrical skills.
• Operates equipment and hand and power tools.Performs preparation and cleanup tasks.
• Uses heavy equipment, including trucks and loaders. Transports bio-solids and other materials to the county landfill.
• Operates wastewater treatment plant equipment, including pump motors, valves, and mixers according to standard operating procedures and under supervision.Observes control panels, takes readings, and records data.Performs routine plant sampling.
• Successfully passes the Wastewater Plant Operators Proficiency Checklist applicable to the position level.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Typical Physical / Mental Demands / Working Conditions

Work in wastewater treatment plant environment.Moderately heavy physical activity exerting up to 50-100 pounds of force occasionally and / or 20-50 pounds of force frequently.Required to stand, walk, or sit uncomfortably for extended periods.Push, pull, or lift medium heavy weights. Exposure to confined spaces, high-voltage equipment, dust, grease, heat, cold, dampness, extremely disagreeable odors, noise, heights, unknown levels of pathogenic bacteria, and other environmental aspects which may be considered unfavorable or disagreeable.Significant potential exists for exposure to hazardous chemical and gases.Must follow prescribed safety and hygienic procedures. Intermittent exposure to stress as a result of human behavior.

Note :

Minimum Qualifications

Qualifications

Education : High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience

Experience related to duties listed for this position is preferred.

Licenses and / or Certifications :

Operator II

Operator III

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of :

Ability to :

To Apply

Submit a completed City of St. George Employment Application online at careers.sgcity.org. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. This Position is open until filled. Refer questions to Human Resources at 435-627-4670. Pre-employment drug screening and criminal background screen are required. The City of St. George is an inclusive Equal Employment Opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, national origin, age, disability or genetic information. We make reasonable efforts to provide reasonable accommodation to disabled candidates.

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