What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wastewater Operations Apprentice position at Town of Gilbert?
Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the position of Wastewater Operations Apprentice. With every job we fill, our focus is on providing best in class service to our citizens while offering the opportunity for professional growth in a rewarding and innovative work environment.
The Wastewater Operations Apprentice reports to the Pre-treatment Program Coordinator. The primary job duties of this position include:
The first review of applications will take place on all applications will take place on Wednesday, January 15, 2025. If enough applications are received at the review date, the posting may close, otherwise a final review of applications will take place after the posting close date.At Team Gilbert, we hire innovative, forward-thinking problem-solvers who love what they do! In addition to possessing the ability to live out our core and functional values daily, candidates must possess the following requirements:
LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS:
This position has been designated as a Heavy work position that spends a majority of their workday in an office or outside environment. Click here to learn more about the different physical exertion levels as defined by the Social Security Administration.
This position is an At-Will position and is FLSA Non-Exempt - eligible for overtime compensation.
Gilbert’s Mission: Anticipate. Create. Help People
Our Values: DRIVEN, KIND, BOLD, HUMBLE
Awards: We are proud of these achievements and continue to work hard to make Gilbert the best place to live, work and play.Gilbert is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If any reasonable accommodation is needed while participating in the application and interviewing process, please contact our People Team (Human Resources) at 480-503-6823. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
The Wastewater Operations Apprentice will learn to perform the essential functions of inspection, operational, maintenance and repair of wastewater pretreatment, collection, reuse and recharge systems over a six-month program, after which, the candidate may move internally into a vacant Wastewater position of their interest.
The Wastewater Operations Apprentice reports to the Pre-treatment Program Coordinator. The primary job duties of this position include:
- Learn the proper construction, maintenance and repair techniques and procedures for work associated with reclaimed and collection systems.
- Learn about Regulatory requirements, Sampling, Flow Studies, Pretreatment Devices, and Inspection techniques.
- Take water samples and perform testing under supervision.
- Learn to perform and evaluate chemical tests.
- Assist with reading meters and gauges to monitor water volumes delivered to percolation basins and customer sites.
- Assist with odor control operations, reading a gas meter and calculating appropriate dosing of chemicals.
- Assist with repairs and maintenance to force mains, sewer mains, plumbing at lift stations, distribution lines, gates, valves, roadways, and irrigation ditches.
- The candidate will be given written material and on-the-job training with the expectation that they test for their level 1 ADEQ operator certification in the discipline that matches their interest.
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The first review of applications will take place on all applications will take place on Wednesday, January 15, 2025. If enough applications are received at the review date, the posting may close, otherwise a final review of applications will take place after the posting close date.At Team Gilbert, we hire innovative, forward-thinking problem-solvers who love what they do! In addition to possessing the ability to live out our core and functional values daily, candidates must possess the following requirements:
- Candidate must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
- High School Diploma or GED.
LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS:
- Valid Arizona Divers License
This position has been designated as a Heavy work position that spends a majority of their workday in an office or outside environment. Click here to learn more about the different physical exertion levels as defined by the Social Security Administration.
This position is an At-Will position and is FLSA Non-Exempt - eligible for overtime compensation.
Gilbert’s Mission: Anticipate. Create. Help People
Our Values: DRIVEN, KIND, BOLD, HUMBLE
Awards: We are proud of these achievements and continue to work hard to make Gilbert the best place to live, work and play.Gilbert is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If any reasonable accommodation is needed while participating in the application and interviewing process, please contact our People Team (Human Resources) at 480-503-6823. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Salary : $18 - $25
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