What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator/Laborer Tainee position at Washington Township, Berks County?
Washington Township seeks a full-time Sewer Collection System Operator/Laborer Trainee. This position requires physical dexterity, ability to do heavy lifting and the ability to work in adverse weather conditions. Perform sampling, monitoring and testing to maintain compliance with Federal, State and Local regulations. Perform daily checks of the wastewater treatment process and periodic checks of the pump stations. Assist with the installation and inspection of new sewer lines and services. Cleaning and maintaining right-of-ways, manhole repairs, grass mowing, weed whacking and trimming of trees, bushes and hedges is required.
The positions will be full-time and will include other general public works duties such as road and right-of-way maintenance. Candidates must be able to work nonstandard hours.
Candidates will possess a high school diploma (or GED) and a valid PA driver's license. The candidate must be willing to train and test up to operator within 18 months of hire. This position works both indoors at the Wastewater Treatment Plant and outdoors on Township roadways and right-of-ways. In addition , this position is available to the Township on 24 hour/7 days a week basis and must be available for any and all emergency situations if needed. This position must be able to perform in all four (4) seasons. This position is full-time, M-F and alternate weekends are a must. This is an at-will position, Washington Township is an EOE.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Holidays
- On call
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- Barto, PA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $24 - $26