City of Coeur d Alene
Wastewater Treatment Operator
City of Coeur d Alene, Coeur D Alene, Idaho, United States, 83814
The City of Coeur d'Alene is hiring for a Wastewater Treatment Operator. This position may be filled as a Treatment Operator I (entry-level) or as a Treatment Operator II with appropriate state licensure and experience.
The Wastewater Treatment Operator I performs semi-skilled duties in the maintenance and operation of the City's advanced tertiary wastewater treatment plant. Duties include monitoring, operating, and adjusting equipment. Additionally, an employee in this class performs testing and sampling duties, including making equipment adjustments to maintain operational standards as directed by senior operators. The employee in this class does not exercise supervisory duties over other employees. The work is performed under the direct supervision of the Wastewater Treatment Operator II or III class of employee and under supervision of the Chief Operator. The position requires an Idaho Class I Wastewater Treatment Operator certification, a Class B CDL with airbrake and tanker endorsements, and one year experience in wastewater treatment. A flagging certification, confined entry certification, and CPR and First Aid certification is required within six months of hire. This is an on-call position. The position works in a treatment plant and outdoor environment where the noise levels are generally moderate but may be higher with exposure to heavy equipment. Hazards include exposure to adverse weather conditions, hazardous gases and vapors, and working around power tools, light, and heavy equipment. Examples of Duties: (illustrative only and may vary by assignment) Performs operations and maintenance duties to provide the City with a safe, sanitary wastewater treatment system that meets all City, state, and federal regulatory requirements; Monitors process control panels, gauges, and meters to detect variations in operating conditions; Monitors plant processes with SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) system; Performs scheduled and emergency maintenance and repairs on all plant equipment; Performs sampling and laboratory testing of various plant processes; Operates and maintains hand tools; Operates and maintains power tools; Operates and maintains light and heavy construction equipment; Performs general building maintenance Operates a motor vehicle; Handles and dispenses a variety of hazardous chemicals required for treatment plant processes including, but not limited to, chlorine gas, aluminum sulfate, sodium hydroxide, citric acid, sodium hypochlorite, and related chemicals; Responds to management's, supervisor's, co-workers' and citizens' questions and comments in a courteous, thorough and timely manner; Performs time management and scheduling functions, meets deadlines, and sets project priorities; Maintains strict confidentiality of all matters; Assists other department and City employees as needed or requested; Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures, and safety practices. Secondary Duties and Responsibilities: On call to respond to emergency situations; Assist collection crew with major lift station repairs; Assists collection operators in determining causes of backups and lift station repairs; Assists compost operators; Performs building and grounds maintenance; Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or GED; Idaho Class I Wastewater Treatment Operator certification is required; Idaho Class B CDL license with airbrake and tanker endorsements required; Flagger certification required within six months of hire; Confined entry certification is required within six months of hire; CPR and First Aid certification required within six months of hire; One (1) year of wastewater treatment system experience is required; or An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities to successfully perform the essential functions of the position may be considered. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $ $23.49 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Dependent health insurance coverage Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Work Location: In person
The Wastewater Treatment Operator I performs semi-skilled duties in the maintenance and operation of the City's advanced tertiary wastewater treatment plant. Duties include monitoring, operating, and adjusting equipment. Additionally, an employee in this class performs testing and sampling duties, including making equipment adjustments to maintain operational standards as directed by senior operators. The employee in this class does not exercise supervisory duties over other employees. The work is performed under the direct supervision of the Wastewater Treatment Operator II or III class of employee and under supervision of the Chief Operator. The position requires an Idaho Class I Wastewater Treatment Operator certification, a Class B CDL with airbrake and tanker endorsements, and one year experience in wastewater treatment. A flagging certification, confined entry certification, and CPR and First Aid certification is required within six months of hire. This is an on-call position. The position works in a treatment plant and outdoor environment where the noise levels are generally moderate but may be higher with exposure to heavy equipment. Hazards include exposure to adverse weather conditions, hazardous gases and vapors, and working around power tools, light, and heavy equipment. Examples of Duties: (illustrative only and may vary by assignment) Performs operations and maintenance duties to provide the City with a safe, sanitary wastewater treatment system that meets all City, state, and federal regulatory requirements; Monitors process control panels, gauges, and meters to detect variations in operating conditions; Monitors plant processes with SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) system; Performs scheduled and emergency maintenance and repairs on all plant equipment; Performs sampling and laboratory testing of various plant processes; Operates and maintains hand tools; Operates and maintains power tools; Operates and maintains light and heavy construction equipment; Performs general building maintenance Operates a motor vehicle; Handles and dispenses a variety of hazardous chemicals required for treatment plant processes including, but not limited to, chlorine gas, aluminum sulfate, sodium hydroxide, citric acid, sodium hypochlorite, and related chemicals; Responds to management's, supervisor's, co-workers' and citizens' questions and comments in a courteous, thorough and timely manner; Performs time management and scheduling functions, meets deadlines, and sets project priorities; Maintains strict confidentiality of all matters; Assists other department and City employees as needed or requested; Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures, and safety practices. Secondary Duties and Responsibilities: On call to respond to emergency situations; Assist collection crew with major lift station repairs; Assists collection operators in determining causes of backups and lift station repairs; Assists compost operators; Performs building and grounds maintenance; Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or GED; Idaho Class I Wastewater Treatment Operator certification is required; Idaho Class B CDL license with airbrake and tanker endorsements required; Flagger certification required within six months of hire; Confined entry certification is required within six months of hire; CPR and First Aid certification required within six months of hire; One (1) year of wastewater treatment system experience is required; or An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities to successfully perform the essential functions of the position may be considered. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $ $23.49 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Dependent health insurance coverage Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Work Location: In person