What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Works, Water and Wastewater Apprentice position at Town of Trappe?
Job Summary
The Public Works, Water and Wastewater Apprentice is an employee of the Town of Trappe and answers directly to the Superintendent of the Public Works, Water and Wastewater Department and in their absence the Town Administrator. This is a training classification wherein the trainee learns to operate a water treatment plant, wastewater reclamation and pumping stations.
The Apprentice is required to have a high school diploma or equivalent and must apply for and receive a Temporary Certificate as a Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator prior to commencing work. The Operator is also required to possess a valid Maryland driver’s license.
This position shall be hourly, full-time employment working such hours as required, to accomplish the duties assigned but not to exceed 40 hours in any given week without Supervisory approval and additional compensation. This position requires working weekends and holidays on a rotating schedule with other licensed operators at the wastewater treatment plant. Being on call does not constitute work hours unless required to come in. Employees in this class are essential, thus subject to call back under emergency conditions.
Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities of the Apprentice include, but are not limited to, the following items:
1. Learn to operate and maintain the Town Water Treatment and Distribution systems under the direction of the Superintendent.
2. Learn to operate and maintain the Town Wastewater collection and Treatment systems under the direction of the Superintendent.
3. Attend such courses and seminars as may be required to qualify for certification.
4. Execute the Public Works Department duties and responsibilities to include routine maintenance of the Town streets, sidewalks, parks, buildings and equipment under the direction of the Superintendent.
5. Maintain and mow all Town owned properties under the direction of the Superintendent. To include weed eating, trimming of shrubbery, removal of debris/limbs and leaf blowing.
6. All other duties as assigned.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- On call
- Rotating weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18