Wastewater Treatment Operator II

JOB CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY

Job Classification Title: M&O Utilities Technician

Working Title(s): Wastewater Treatment Operator II

Who we are

We are small, but in the middle of it all. The City of Tolleson is the best place to start or advance your career. Incorporated in 1929, we are committed to providing employees with opportunities for learning and growth. Are you interested in joining our team? If you are passionate about making a difference in the community, the City of Tolleson is looking for people like you.

Position Description

The City of Tolleson is seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator (M&O Utilities Technician). The purpose of this position is to operate and maintain the wastewater treatment facility in accordance with all environmental regulatory laws, rules, and regulations. Responsibilities, as assigned, may include: Conducting field inspections; Collecting and testing of wastewater samples; Performing routine maintenance; Conducting routine lab testing; Operating heavy equipment; Performing minor repairs; Completing logs and work orders; Reading/recording totalizers; Recording data; Managing biosolids; Reclaim water systems; Gas chlorination equipment; Auto sampler operation; and ensuring all equipment is operating within specified parameters. Specific statements of duties not included does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED and as assigned, two (2) years of related wastewater work experience in the public or private sector; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. Applicants must possess a Valid Grade 2, Arizona Wastewater Operator Certification upon hire. OSHA Safety Certification preferred.

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Other Requirements

• Shift selection is based on seniority. This vacancy will be assigned to swing and/or night shifts until day shifts are available.
• Mechanical, biological, chemicals, and respiratory hazards; Noise and vibration environments; Performing manual labor which includes seasonal extreme temperatures; May require working weekends, evenings, nights, Holidays, overtime and emergency call-outs; May require staying past the end of a scheduled shift or coming in early to cover a shift and may require staying past scheduled shift; May require working alone as a solo operator on a shift; May require working in confined spaces; May require occasional heavy lifting.
• Incumbent will be required to be SCBA certified.

Physical Demands

Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of forces constantly to move objects.

Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, blood and other bodily fluids, and extreme temperatures.

Job Information

Closing Date: Open until filled Hiring Salary: $24.83-$25.31 Hourly D.O.E.

Applications reviewed weekly, with first review January 31, 2024

Full Salary Range: $24.83-$34.77 Hourly

Additional Application Information

It is important that your application shows all relevant work experience and education. Work experience must be noted on the application. Applicants may be rejected if not fully complete. Your resume may not be substituted as an application.

Applicants may request a reasonable accommodation, if needed, by contacting Employee Resources at 623-936-7111.

EOE/M/F/D/V/SO

Salary : $25 - $25