Wastewater Treatment Operator OIT I - Operator FLEX
Wastewater Treatment Operator OIT I - Operator FLEX
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- City & Borough of Juneau Public Works and Engineering Department is hiring a Wastewater Treatment OperatorinTraining I/II WWT Operator (Flex) to join the team at the Juneau Douglas Wastewater Treatment Plant.
NOTE:This position is flexibly staffed. The level of the job offer will be based on the selected candidates qualifications. If hired at the lower level the successful applicant will be promoted to the higher level upon meeting the minimum qualifications for the higher level completing the training plan and demonstrating competency in the work as determined by the supervisor.
This position welcomes both entry/trainee level candidates and experienced certified wastewater treatment operators. Candidates with minimal to no experience may qualify for an onthejob training program while those with certification may qualify for reciprocity assistance. Supervisors/Leads will define work assignments monitor progress and provide feedback with tasks becoming more advanced over time. Promotion eligibility is based on meeting minimum qualifications and specific criteria.
Join us to learn and assist in wastewater treatment facility maintenance and operation with opportunities for structured training and advancement!
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Are you someone who enjoys getting your hands dirty solving mechanical puzzles and working in industrial environments like treatment plants Do you thrive on using a variety of equipment and tools from dump trucks to forklifts Are you dedicated to providing topnotch customer service to your community Are you flexible with oncall weekend and potentially holiday shifts Do you have an interest in obtaining specialized certification And most importantly are you a team player who is looking for a career working with and around local contractors engineers and developers If so this may be the position for you!
THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM
Working in Wastewater is a dirty job that comes with the reward of performing an essential service for your community and working in a constantly changing team environment. The Utility prioritizes safe and healthy workspace and is invested in training its employees to keep them engaged. If youre looking for a challenge a mix of independent work and collaborations and a way to contribute to the sustainability of the most beautiful Capital City this is the job for you.
WORKING HOURS AND LOCATION
This position involves shift work that includes days nights weekends holidays and being oncall. Additionally this position also requires recalls for emergencies and weather events. While the base of operations for this position is the Mendenhall Wastewater Treatment Facility there is work required in and around the JuneauDouglas and Auke Bay Wastewater Treatment facilities. Typical Responsibilities
The position involves operating a wastewater treatment plant to maintain water quality including determining sludge management adjusting aeration basin parameters and monitoring water flow and solids levels. The operator makes adjustments to the system based on flow and influent loading demands and monitors waste sludge tanks and digester operation. They also clean and maintain equipment perform laboratory testing operate emergency power generators and check system pressure. Additionally the role includes operating pumps and control systems heavy equipment and lowpressure boilers as well as performing maintenance recording data and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Minimum Qualifications
Wastewater Treatment Plant OperatorinTraining I (Range 10Step 1$22.08 Step 3$23.56 hourly Depending on Qualifications (DOQ)
Education: High school graduation or GED certificate.
License: A valid Drivers Licenseat time of appointment (and for continued employment).
Other: Attendance at and certification (as available) in CPR First Aid and Confined Space Entrywithin six 6 months of appointment (and for continued employment).
Certifications: Within one 1 year of appointment must obtain a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Provisional (P)Certificate issued by the State of Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation. Incumbents are required to advance to the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator level for continued employment.
Operators must obtain one certification per year until they reach the prescribed level of certification to retain employment with the CBJ Wastewater Utility.
Position Requirements include ability and willingness to work rotating day and night shifts holidays weekends scheduled and emergency overtime and be available for required oncall duty; performing work yearround; maintaining physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include walking standing or sitting for extended periods of time and operating assigned equipment and vehicles.
Wastewater Treatment Plant OperatorinTraining II (Range 11 Step 1$23.56 Step 3$25.15 hourly Depending on Qualifications (DOQ)
Education: High school graduation or GED certificate.
License: A valid Drivers Licenseat time of appointment (and for continued employment).
Other: Attendance at and certification (as available) in CPR First Aid and Confined Space Entrywithin six 6 months of appointment (and for continued employment).
Certifications: The incumbent must possess a valid Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Provisional (P) Certificate issued by the State of Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation. Within one 1 year of appointment as a Wastewater Treatment Plant OperatorinTraining I employee must obtain a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Level I issued by the State of Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation. Incumbents are required to advance to the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator level for continued employment. Operators must obtain one certification per year until they reach the prescribed level of certification to retain employment with the CBJ Wastewater Utility.
Operators must obtain one certification per year until they reach the prescribed level of certification to retain employment with the CBJ Wastewater Utility.
Position Requirements include ability and willingness to work rotating day and night shifts holidays weekends scheduled and emergency overtime and be available for required oncall duty; performing work yearround; maintaining physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include walking standing or sitting for extended periods of time and operating assigned equipment and vehicles.
Assistant Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Range 15Step1$30.64 Step 3$32.66 hourly Depending on Qualifications (DOQ)
Education: High school graduation or GED certificate.
License: A valid Drivers License at time of appointment(and for continued employment). A valid Class A State of Alaska Commercial Drivers License valid for vehicles equipped with airbrakes and with Tanker (N) endorsement within one 1 year of appointment (and for continued employment).
Other: Attendance at and certification (as available) in CPR First Aid and Confined Space Entry within six 6 months of appointment (and for continued employment).
Certifications: A valid Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Level I Certificate issued by the State of Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation. Within one 1 year of appointment as a Wastewater Treatment Plant OperatorinTraining II employee must obtain a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Level II Certificate issued by the State of Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation. Incumbents are required to advance to the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator level for continued employment.
Operators must obtain one certification per year until they reach the prescribed level of certification to retain employment with the CBJ Wastewater Utility.
Position requirements include: ability and willingness to work rotating day and night shifts holidays weekends scheduled and emergency overtime and be available for required oncall duty; performing work yearround; maintaining physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include walking standing or sitting for extended periods of time and operating assigned equipment and vehicles.
Position Requirements include ability and willingness to work rotating day and night shifts holidays weekends scheduled and emergency overtime and be available for required oncall duty; performing work yearround; maintaining physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include walking standing or sitting for extended periods of time and operating assigned equipment and vehicles.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator (Range 17 Step 1$34.87 Step 3$37.21 hourly Depending on Qualifications (DOQ)
Education: High school graduation or GED certificate.
License: A valid Drivers License at time of appointment (and for continued employment). A valid Class A State of Alaska Commercial Drivers License valid for vehicles equipped with airbrakes and with Tanker (N)endorsementwithin one 1 year of appointment (and for continued employment).
Other: Attendance at and certification (as available) in CPR First Aid and Confined Space Entrywithin six 6 months of appointment (and for continued employment).
Certifications: A valid Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Level II Certificate issued by the State of Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation.
Position Requirements include ability and willingness to work rotating day and night shifts holidays weekends scheduled and emergency overtime and be available for required oncall duty; performing work yearround; maintaining physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include walking standing or sitting for extended periods of time and operating assigned equipment and vehicles.
For all positions requiring a Class A State of Alaska Commercial Drivers License:
* Initial appointment to all FMCSA positions requiring a CDL will be made conditionally pending 1 receipt of verified negative results of preemployment testing for controlled substances and 2 passing a 3year drug &alcohol testing background check with previous DOT employers. Employees must register with the FMCSA Clearinghouse and provide CBJ with paper and electronic consent for a full query of the drivers Clearinghouse record. Employee will then be subject to the City and Boroughs drugtesting program. HTTPs:// Information
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Education
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Employment Type
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