WRD OPERATOR 1-WR

SALARY:
Operator 1 - $22.55 an hour ($24.20 an hour after obtaining a passing Class 1 score),
Operator 2 - $27.50 an hour
Operator 3 - $30.80 an hour

CONTACT: Tim Neyer (513) 732-7945
APPOINTMENT CATEGORY: Full-Time Permanent
UNUSUAL SHIFTS: Evenings/Weekends possible. Subject to Recall
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
BARGAINING UNIT: AFSCME
PROBATIONARY PERIOD: 180 Days
POSTING PERIOD: Open until filled, applicants reviewed weekly

Clermont County offers a great benefits package to its full-time employees including, but not limited to:

• Paid Holidays - 11 days per year
• Paid Sick Leave - 15 days per year with unlimited carryover of unused days
• Paid Vacation – up to 5 weeks with 15 years of service
• Paid Personal Leave – up to 3 days per year
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Student Loan Forgiveness – Public service employees may be eligible for student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance (single to family plan options to fit your needs)
• Life Insurance - $25,000 at no cost to employee; option to purchase supplemental coverage for self and spouse/child(ren)
• Long-term Disability – at no cost to employee
• Ohio Public Employee Retirement System - Employees contribute 10% of salary and employer contributes 14%. (Employees do not pay federal social security tax from income; all contributions go directly towards OPERS.)
• Supplemental Deferred Compensation Plans – employees may contribute to tax-deferred supplemental retirement accounts.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Operator 1 - High school diploma or GED equivalent. Must be able to obtain a valid Ohio Class 1 Water Operator’s License as issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (OEPA) within two years of date of hire. Must possess basic skills in mathematics, including ability to calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages; perform simple addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. Must be able to adapt to changing regulations and situations in order to maximize efficiency. This position involves exposure to extreme temperatures, loud noises, fumes and inclement weather. This work involves moderate lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, stooping and bending activities as well as use of all major muscle groups for sustained periods of time. Working in close proximity to motorized equipment and tools require normal vision and hearing acuity. Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Operator 2 - High school diploma or GED equivalent. Possession of valid Ohio Class 2 Water Treatment Plant Operator’s License. Three years of increasingly responsible experience in water treatment plant operations. Must be enthusiastic, team oriented, and possess the leadership skills to work smoothly with all staff members. Must be able to understand and follow County safety procedures. Must be able to adapt to changing regulations and situations in order to maximize efficiency. This position involves exposure to extreme temperatures, loud noises, fumes and inclement weather. This work involves moderate lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, stooping and bending activities as well as use of all major muscle groups for sustained periods of time. Working in close proximity to motorized equipment and tools require normal vision and hearing acuity. Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Operator 3 - High school diploma or GED equivalent. Possession of valid Ohio Class 3 Water Treatment Plant Operator’s License. Five years of increasingly responsible experience in water treatment plant operations. Must be enthusiastic, team oriented, and possess the leadership skills to work smoothly with all staff members. Must be able to understand and follow County safety procedures. Must be able to adapt to changing regulations and situations in order to maximize efficiency. This position involves exposure to extreme temperatures, loud noises, fumes and inclement weather. This work involves moderate lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, stooping and bending activities as well as use of all major muscle groups for sustained periods of time. Working in close proximity to motorized equipment and tools require normal vision and hearing acuity. Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.

• -or education, training and/or experience in an amount equal to the Minimum Qualifications stated above. Military education and experience may be substituted for college and vocational certificate level course work on a case-by-case basis based on the American Council on Education (ACE) Military Guide recommendations. For consideration, please include a military transcript with your application.

JOB DUTIES:
Operator 1 - Under minimal supervision operates treatment plants and process control equipment in compliance with regulatory requirements utilizing skills and knowledge. Makes independent operational decisions, adjusting work where necessary to insure compliance with all State and Federal statues, County Rules and Regulations, and Water Resources Department operational needs. Representative duties include: Performs any task necessary for the efficient operation of water treatment facilities. Performs necessary tasks needed to insure compliance with all regulations. Makes operational changes necessary to obtain the highest standards of treatment possible. Maintains treatment plant system components. Performs general housekeeping duties. Remains current on technological advancements. Assists maintenance staff with corrective and preventative maintenance tasks. May be required to operate a county vehicle in the performance of essential duties.

Operator 2 - Under minimal supervision operates treatment plants and process control equipment in compliance with regulatory requirements utilizing skills and knowledge. Makes independent operational decisions, adjusting work where necessary to insure compliance with all Agency, State, and Federal statues, County Rules and Regulations and Water Resources Department operational needs. Representative duties include: Performs any task necessary for the efficient operation of Water Treatment facilities. Performs necessary tasks needed to insure compliance with all regulations. Makes operational changes necessary to obtain the highest standards of treatment possible. Maintains treatment plant system components. Performs general housekeeping duties. Remains current on technological advancements. Assists maintenance staff with corrective and preventative maintenance tasks. Assists in budget preparation and tracking. May be required to operate a county vehicle in the performance of essential duties.

Operator 3 - Under minimal supervision operates treatment plants and process control equipment in compliance with regulatory requirements utilizing skills and knowledge. Makes independent operational decisions, adjusting work where necessary to insure compliance with all State and Federal statues, County Rules and Regulations, and Sewer District operational needs. Representative duties include: Performs any task necessary for the efficient operation of water treatment facilities. Performs necessary tasks needed to insure compliance with all regulations. Makes operational changes necessary to obtain the highest standards of treatment possible. Maintains treatment plant system components. Performs general housekeeping duties. Remains current on technological advancements. Assists maintenance staff with corrective and preventative maintenance tasks. Assists in budget preparation and tracking. May be required to operate a county vehicle in the performance of essential duties.

Works alone or with other persons in short- or long-term team projects to resolve problems or conflicts in any area of county operations or to complete assigned projects at the direction of any county supervisor or Department Head when assigned. Participates in cross training and maintains proficiency in area of cross training as necessary. New and other related duties as assigned. Reports safety/risk management issues to immediate supervisor.