Plant AttendantOperator - Water Treatment Plant
Plant AttendantOperator - Water Treatment Plant
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18-04-2025
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Job Description
Under general supervision the Water Treatment Plant Attendant/Operator maintains the water treatment facility including plant grounds and related pump station; conducts laboratory analysis; ensures chemical levels are monitored and maintained; performs inspections; maintains records reports and supplies.
Plant Attendant is considered an entrylevel position; those without a Ohio EPA Water Supply License will be hired in as a Plant Attendant. However candidates already possessing a water supply license will be hired in at the operator level commiserate with licensure.
All positions require a Civil Service Exam. Please see below for exam date and time.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
- Performs chemical treatment and purification of water according to established standards and guidelines; logs plant performance operates and adjusts pumps motors feeders and other plant equipment; regulates chemical and water flowrates;
- Monitors gauges dials graphs and other instruments; performs inspections of plant equipment inspects lines mechanical and electrical equipment boilers and heating systems; reports findings to appropriate personnel.
- Conducts laboratory analysis and ensures chemical levels are monitored and maintained in accordance with standards; maintains laboratory equipment and supplies; calibrates equipment; cleans and sterilizes lab equipment and supplies; stocks chemicals and supplies; performs chemical and bacterial analysis of water; collects and analyzes samples; evaluates results of tests; performs chemical and mechanical adjustments; maintains records of tests; performs minor and preventative maintenance on equipment.
- Monitors SCADA computer; answers phones.
- Aides the Distribution Crew as necessary. Performs plant housekeeping; sweeps and/or mops floor cleans equipment and furniture cleans spills.
- Attends meetings and serves on committees as directed; attends training and seminars as directed.
- Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions; follows OEPA and AWWA standards.
- Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Must be available for emergencies during offshift hours.
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must maintain a valid Ohio Drivers License and meet insurability requirements
Water Plant Attendant
- Must be at least 18 years of age;
- Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent;
- Must be available to work nights and weekends;
- Must obtain Ohio Class I Water Supply License within 2 years of appointment and Operational Chemical Analysis Certificate within EPA required timeframe.
Additional Qualifiers for Water Plant Operator I II II Classification
OPERATOR I:
- Must possess anOhio Class I Water Supply Operator License;
- Must possess andmaintain an Operational Chemical Analysis Certificate;
- Must obtain Ohio Class II Water Supply Operator License within four 4 years of appointment.
OPERATOR II:
- Must possess anOhio Class II Water Supply Operator License;
- Must possess and maintain an Operational Chemical Analysis Certificate;
- Must obtain Ohio Class III Water Supply Operator License within three 3 years of appointment.
OPERATORIII:
- Must possess anOhio Class II Water Supply Operator License;
- Must possess and maintain an Operational Chemical Analysis Certificate.
The Water Plant operates continuously 24 hours a day 7 days a week so while staff are scheduled accordingly; this position may require evening overnight and weekend shifts; candidates must be available for callin emergencies.
Starting base salary will be consistent with the Citys approved pay plan which can include a 10 shift differential as per the city ordinance. Water Plant Attendant has a base hourly rate of $20.04; Operator I $23.20; Operator II $24.36; Operator III $25.58.
The deadline to submit an application is noon onWednesday April 30 2025.
The written test will be onWednesday April 30 2025 at 5:00 PM in the CommunityRoom on the first floor of the Municipal Building located at 69 N. South Street. All testing materials will be provided. Applicants must bring a photo ID. Per Civil Service Rules no late entry is permitted. Please arrive at least five minutes prior to the start time.
An exam score of 70 or greater is required for an interview.
Applications must be submitted online.No Applications will be accepted after the deadline. Please contact Human Resources via email at with any questions.
The City of Wilmington is an equal opportunity employer. To request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process please contact the City of Wilmington Department of Human Resources via email or phone. Please be prepared to provide information in support of your reasonable accommodation request.
Employment Type
Full Time
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