Plant Operator A - D - Boyd Lake Water Treatment Plant
Plant Operator A - D - Boyd Lake Water Treatment Plant
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Full Salary Ranges (*Newly updated pay ranges):
Operator A - $38.85 - $52.45 Hourly
Operator B - $30.96 - $41.83 Hourly
Operator C $28.13 - $37.98 Hourly
Operator D $25.53 - $34.47 Hourly
Anticipated Hiring Ranges:
Operator A - $38.85 - $45.65 Hourly
Operator B - $30.96 - $36.39 Hourly
Operator C - $28.13 - $33.05 Hourly
Operator D - $25.53 - $30.00 Hourly
*Offer will be determined by qualifications and licensure at the time of hire.
Why do I see two salary ranges
The City of Greeley in compliance with Colorado state law includes a salary range for all positions posted. This law is intended to improve wage transparency. The City of Greeley in support of wage transparency posts both the full salary range for each position (what you might anticipate your earnings could be if you work for the City of Greeley for some time) as well as the anticipated hiring range (the range within which the City anticipates making an offer). The actual offer extended will be based on your years of relevant experience education certifications and potentially other factors.
City of Greeleys Total Rewards
The City of Greeley is proud to offer a robust benefits package in addition to your wages. This package includes health and wellness retirement savings discounted access to Greeley facilities and more.
Benefits: This position is benefit eligible. Please view our benefits guide here.
City of Greeley: Work Live and Play in Greeley: Summary:
The City of Greeley is seeking an experienced and dedicated Plant Operator A - D to join our team at the Boyd Water Treatment Plant a 38 MGD direct filtration plant located in Loveland Colorado. As a Plant Operator you will play a vital role in the operation maintenance and optimization of the plant contributing to Greeleys leadership in the northern Colorado water community.
In this role you will report directly to the Lead Plant Operator and collaborate with a team of committed professionals working to ensure the highest standards of service and water quality. The Boyd Water Treatment Plant operates seasonally typically from April through October. Operators will work a rotating schedule of 12-hour 10-hour or 8-hour shifts during the active season (6 months) with a one-month rotation. During the offseason (the remaining 6 months) the regular work hours will be from 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
During the offseason staff primarily focus on maintenance projects and preventative maintenance across the plant and the water system. Additionally operators may be called upon to assist at Bellvue WTP with transmission systems reservoirs or the High Mountain Reservoirs as needed.
If youre passionate about water treatment and looking to contribute to an essential public service we invite you to apply and join our dedicated team.
As an employer of choice the City of Greeley offers medical (FSA and HSA plans) dental vision disability life insurance Roth IRA/457/401(k) with a company match up to 6% generous paid time off program 13 paid holidays (holiday bank if required to work on a holiday) plus 1 personal day per year employee clinic wellness program and employee clinic in Greeley employee assistance including mental health sessions discounted gym memberships and a variety of optional voluntary programs such as legal insurance and pet insurance.
This position will remain open until it is filled.
Experience Knowledge Skills:
Minimum Requirements
All Levels:
Current valid unrestricted Colorado drivers license with an acceptable driving record (MVR and background check required).
High school diploma or equivalent (in order to obtain licensure in the State of Colorado).
A Operator:
Two (2) years of experience in water treatment.
Current Class A Water Treatment Operator certification valid in Colorado.
Two (2) plus years of experience in the operation and maintenance of water treatment plants.
B Operator:
Current Class B Water Treatment Operator certification valid in Colorado and must obtain Class A Water Treatment Operator certification valid in Colorado within two (2) years of hire.
One and a half (1 ) to Two (2) years of experience in the operation and maintenance of water treatment plants.
C Operator:
Current Class C Water Treatment Operator certification valid in Colorado and must obtain Class B Water Treatment Operator certification valid in Colorado within (2) years of hire.
One (1) year of experience in the operation and maintenance of water treatment plants.
D Operator:
Current Class D Water Treatment Operator Colorado certification valid in Colorado or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.
A combination of education experience licensure or certification thatwill result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job may be considered for placement level by the hiring authority.
Preferred
Five (5) years of experience working at a Water Treatment Plant.
Five (5) years maintenance and troubleshooting experience in water treatment and instrumentation process equipment.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of the business and organizational structure of Colorado municipalities.
Ability to perform algebraic calculations of chemical feed rates and manually adjust the process pumps to output the feed rates.
Computer skills includingthe ability to utilize Microsoft Office programs (i.e. Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook etc.) PC-based methods SCADA andthe ability to learn and experiment with new software and systems.
Interpersonal skills including the ability to facilitate interaction communication and teamwork between others.
Oral written and listening communication skills including the ability to accurately interpret what others are saying and convey messages information concepts and details accurately and clearly.
Organizational skills including the ability to set and meet goals and deadlines manageappointments create schedules coordinate and facilitate meetings and make decisions.
Ability to work under pressure manage multiple concurrent and competing tasks and responsibilities and adapt to changing priorities while maintaining personal effectiveness.
Ability to prioritize work meet deadlines and stay on task when completing special projects and daily assignments.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and reliable professional judgment as well as collaboratively with a team to achieve desired results.
Ability to maintain a strong work ethic positive problem-solving attitude and enthusiasm for the work performed.
Ability to self-start and take initiative in completing daily tasks and special projects focusing on activities that have the greatest impact on meeting work commitments.
Ability to establish and maintain partnerships with a variety of internal and external constituencies.
Ability to communicate and work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds cultures and ages.
Analytical and problem-solving skills including the ability to examine and summarize data and trends to resolve issues and produce results.
Ability to accurately input retrieve and verify work assignments.
Essential Functions:
Reads and interprets gauges and meters used in regulating operations of plant equipment.
Monitors objects and data for compliance and operating standards.
Performs daily record keeping water quality sampling and routine laboratory analysis.
Collects and analyzes water samples; records and maintains data.
Performs other functions such as janitorial and mechanical maintenance.
Attends safety sessions and stays informed on all safety and emergency procedures.
Uses hand and power tools properly and safely to maintain the facility and grounds.
Interprets water quality/quantity data and makes appropriate adjustments or recommendations.
Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Travel: May be required to travel to other Treatment Plants: Bellvue WTP Transmissions Reservoirs or High Mountain Reservoirs as needed.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Plant Operator A may serve as a lead operator and supervise or direct daily tasks of other operators in the absence of a Lead Operator or Supervisor.
Work Environment:
Possible exposure to hazardous chemicals & gases including gaseous chlorine.
Work in a variety of weather conditions.
Exposure to high noise levels fumes or particles risk of electrical shock.
Physical Requirements:
Sufficient communication skills to convey information to Supervisor the public or other employees.
The ability to remain in a standing/walking position for long periods of time.
The ability to move items weighing up to 75 pounds and make repetitive motions.
Ability to work at heights greater than 10 feet.
Sufficient manual dexterity to operate tools vehicles and equipment.
Flexibility to bend twist and reach objects at all body levels including overhead.
Possible confined space entry.
Ability to dawn and wear supplied air systems for extended periods of time.
EOE Statement: The City of Greeley 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.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.
ADA Statement: We are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free search process. We provide accommodations for applicants requesting accommodation through the search process such as alternative formats of this posting. Individuals with disabilities in need of accommodations throughout the search process should contact the ADA Coordinator at: .
Conditions of Employment: Candidates must successfully complete all pre-employment screenings and employment eligibility verification. Pre-employment screenings include a drug test a background and national sex offender search a motor vehicle record search and for some positions a physical demands evaluation. For more information about City policies and practices during the recruitment process including but not limited to EOE Reasonable Accommodation and pre-employment screenings please visit our career page HERE.
Employment Type
Full-Time
