What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant Operator - President Street Plant position at City of Savannah, GA?
Salary : $45,004.13 Annually
Location : Savannah, GA
Job Type : Full-Time Permanent
Job Number : 2502192
Department : Water Reclamation
Division : President Street Plant
Opening Date : 01 / 16 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 9 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern
Purpose
One of ten most beautiful places in America, the City of Savannah is set within a vibrant and diverse community, filled with charm and great people! We are always looking for hidden gems ready to champion challenges, foster a culture of belonging, and make a difference within the communities we serve!
Is that You?
We are looking for motivated and career driven Water / Wastewater Plant Operators!
Do you hold a current Class III Water / Wastewater License or have the drive and motivation to earn it within 8 months?
Do you want a career with the City of Savannah that will positively impact the lives of our Citizens?
Are you interested in a career opportunity that combines your passion to serve with your experience and skillset?
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As a Plant Operator you will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of a water / wastewater treatment facility.
We offer excellent medical, dental and vision benefits; wellness programs; educational reimbursement; deferred benefit contribution (457B), and 11 paid holidays.
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Essential Job Functions
- Observes plant metering equipment on a scheduled basis, noting reading of flows at specified intervals; makes adjustments to flows of water and chemicals as necessary to maintain plant operation within operational standards.
- Keeps a log of plant operational characteristics, changes and repairs made, and other incidents of relevance to plant production. Reports defects of plant operations to the Superintendent.
- Collects samples of water or wastewater at stages of treatment for lab analysis; performs pH, dissolved oxygen, and suspended solids tests.
- Monitors and adjust plants operations based on microscopic analysis and laboratory results.
- Makes adjustments and changes to hydraulic and chemical processes.
- Calibrates instruments and equipment, including a pH meter and dissolved oxygen meter; maintains assigned tools and equipment.
- Operates after hours 311 city-wide dispatch program for civil issues.
- Performs grounds maintenance duties, including mowing, weeding, and applying insecticides.
- Washes prescribed areas of the plant on a designated schedule; paints areas and equipment as required.
- Performs routine / daily maintenance activities on treatment plant and generator equipment.
- Support and assists in major maintenance activities on treatment plant and operation equipment.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Additional Duties - Class II Operator
- Calibrates lab equipment for proper function and accurate results.
- Operate motor driven equipment i.e. forklifts, jockey truck and trailer.
- Supervises the work of new Plant Operators and instructs them in plant operations and the responsibilities of an operator.
- Additional Duties - Class I Operator
- Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.
- Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.
- Prepares work orders and directs the maintenance and repair of fixtures and equipment.
- Provides technical assistance to operators.
- Performs visual inspection of water samples for color, microscopic particles, and insects.
- Operates a belt filter press and sand filter; cleans clarifiers and filters.
- Operates the activated sludge treatment plant.
- Records data pertinent to daily plant operations and processes; maintains operator log.
- Performs grounds maintenance duties, including mowing, weeding, and applying insecticides.
- Monitors Supervisory and Control Data Acquisition (SCADA) information to foresee potential problems.
- Responds to after-hours emergencies.
Minimum Qualifications
Work Schedule : M-F, on-call, weekends, and rotating shifts
Work Location : 1400 East President Street
Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer / pre-employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.
Additional Information
CITY OF SAVANNAH EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Overview of Benefits
Paid Holiday
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Defined Benefit Retirement Pension Plan
Protective Services Retirement Plan (select positions)
Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan
Retirement Seminars
PPO Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Health & Wellness Incentives
Long Term Disability
Excellence and Service Recognition
Employee Development and In-Service Training
Educational Assistance Program
Uniform Allowance (select positions)
Employee Assistance Program
Discounts and Memberships
Employee Relations
Direct Deposit
Credit Union
Pretax Parking Deductions
Employer Assisted Home Purchase Program
Domestic Partnership Benefits
Healthcare
PPO Medical Plus Plan
PPO Medical Basic Plan
Dental Plus Plan
Dental Basic Plan
Vision Service Plan
Life Insurance
Basic Life and ADD
Supplemental Life Employee
Supplemental Life Spouse
Supplemental Life Child
Benefits costs are paid by the City of Savannah, by the employee or shared by both the City and the employee.
Do you hold a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history?
Do you have a High School Diploma or GED ?
Are you able to obtain a Water / Wastewater Operator Class 3 certification within 8 months from the date of hire?
Required Question
Salary : $45,004
