What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Plant Operator position at City of Harrodsburg?
Water Treatment Operator
The City of Harrodsburg is accepting applications for 1 Water Plant Operator or an Operator in Training position with the Harrodsburg Drinking Water Treatment Plant. A certified Class IIIA or IVA Operator is preferred, but entry level candidates without experience may be considered. We are looking for dependable candidates that are serious about pursuing a long-term career with excellent benefits and career progression.
Requirements:
- Must have a High School diploma or equivalent (GED).
- Must hold a valid KY Driver’s License.
- Must be able to occasionally work irregular hours and holidays in addition to assigned shift
- Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening.
- Non-certified candidates must be able to obtain a class IA Drinking Water Treatment license upon completion of one year of employment in the position.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Responsible for the operation and maintenance of a class IVA water treatment plant and ensuring compliance with all applicable statues and regulations are met.
- Conducts daily water quality analysis and prepares / submits accurate reports.
- Conducts compliance sampling and water quality maintenance through hydrant flushing.
- Performs preventive maintenance on equipment and systems, making repairs and adjustments as necessary for proper operations.
- Adds and adjusts chemicals in accordance with prescribed standards and feed rate calculations. - Performs custodial work including cleaning and maintenance of facilities and grounds.
- Conducts record keeping and routine clerical task.
- Employee is subject to emergency call back.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Typical Working Conditions
- Requires some work in adverse weather conditions and some physical labor indoors/outdoors.
- Requires periodic lifting of heavy objects that may weigh as much as 100 pounds.
- A great deal of walking, kneeling, and bending is involved in performing responsibilities.
Education and Experience
To be considered for a position as Class IIIA or IVA Operator, candidate must have an operator license issued by the KY Division of Compliance Assistance, or the ability to obtain one within one year of employment. Experience may be substituted with water distribution experience or an associates or bachelor’s degree in engineering, science or related environmental study.
How to Apply
Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. Starting salary is based on qualifications. For a complete list of qualifications, job description, benefits, salary or questions, contact the Human Resources Department at 859-734-2383 ext. 105.
Applications may be submitted by email, in person or by mail to;
ATTN: WTP Position
City of Harrodsburg
208 South Main Street
Harrodsburg, KY 40330
Applications can be obtained from City Hall, or found on the City of Harrodsburg website at www.harrodsburgcity.org.
The City or Harrodsburg is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.64 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: Multiple locations
Salary : $17 - $25