Operator in Training Wastewater

City of Attleboro

External Posting (01/06/2025)

Wastewater

Salary: $22.58-$27.01 per hour

Are you looking for meaningful work that benefits the community and entire planet?

Do you like clean water and want to preserve resources?

If so, the City of Attleboro is looking for you to be the next Operator in Training at the Wastewater Treatment Plant!

This exciting entry level position has advancement opportunities, job security, and a long-lasting and meaningful career! In addition, as an employee of the City of Attleboro, you’ll enjoy 75% City paid medical insurance premiums, 50% City paid dental premiums, a pension, 14 paid holidays per year as well as competitive sick and vacation time to name a few! Please see detail job description below. If interested, please submit a resume and cover letter to the City of Attleboro, Human Resources Office, 77 Park St., Attleboro, MA 02703 or attleborojobs@cityofattleboro.us no later than January 20, 2025.

City of Attleboro

TITLE: Operator-in-Training CIVIL SERVICE STATUS: Yes

DEPARTMENT NAME: Wastewater UNION: Laborer’s

PAY GRADE: 33

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Assists Wastewater Operators in the operation of the Wastewater Treatment Plant and performs other routine laborer duties in relation to the operation of the plant.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Elements:(the statements noted in this description typically covers the most significant aspects of the job. The inclusion or exclusion of other generally similar duties not mentioned would not substantially alter the level of responsibilities required or activities normally performed.)

• Operates and maintains equipment including, pumps, filters, chemical feed systems, mixers, and traveling screens.
• Cleans pumps and sediment screens.
• Cleans building interiors and exteriors and performs general plant upkeep.
• Checks lift and grit stations.
• Open and shut valves, sluice gates, sludge gates and related equipment.
• Cleans tanks and equipment.
• Grass cutting and grounds work.
• Records daily readings and other relevant plant data, performs hourly inspections of plant equipment.
• Receives bulk chemical deliveries.
• Performs pH, and chlorine residual and other minor lab duties.
• May be required to participate in City snow and ice removal programs.
• Performs related duties as required.

Secondary Elements:

· May assist in the marking of sewer lines and other “Dig Safe” activities.

BACKGROUND REQUIRED (typically defined as a combination of education and related work experiences)

Minimum Acceptable:

Entry level position. High School diploma or equivalent or one year of experience in a wastewater treatment plant.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Significant physical effort required in performing duties under adverse weather conditions. Must be able to walk and stand for most of the work day. Position requires bending, stooping and lifting up to 100 pounds. Exposure to chemicals, toxic substances and plants.Must be able to work any shift in 24/7 operation of the plant.

POSITIONS SUPERVISED: (Please list by title)

• None

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Ability to read and follow instructions and SDS sheets. Good basic math, computer and mechanical skills. Good communication skills.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (Such as licenses, certifications, registrations necessary to perform the job)

• Valid driver’s license
• Must obtain a Grade 1M wastewater license within six months of employment
• Must obtain a Grade 4M wastewater license within one years of employment

(This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employee and the employer and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.58 - $27.01 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $27