Water/Wastewater Specialist

The City of Lennox is seeking qualified motivated and responsible applicants for the position of Water and Wastewater Specialist. This position is responsible for the operation maintenance and repair of wastewater collection and treatment water treatment and water distribution. Experience in public utilities and water/wastewater certification desired. Must maintain compliance with federal and state labor and safe employment laws and regulations.

Applications are available on the City of Lennox website at or at City of Lennox 107 S. Main Street Lennox SD 57039. For a full job description please contact the City Administrator at or The City of Lennox is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Essential Functions:

• Operate and fine-tune controls on treatment plant equipment including valves pumps and motors. Skillfully read and interpret meters and gauges to ensure efficient operations.
• Monitor repair and upkeep wastewater system lift stations including debris removal pump and float cleaning weekly inspections and executing minor repairs as required.
• Collect samples and conduct various lab tests to assess water and effluent quality.
• Inspect and conduct repairs on treatment plant equipment to maintain optimal functionality.
• Undertake general plant maintenance tasks such as sweeping cleaning sanding and painting equipment and facilities.
• Locate and mark sewer water and storm sewer lines as part of the one-call process.
• Skillfully operate trucks tractors and other motorized equipment.
• Fulfill any other duties and functions necessary for the proper performance of this position as assigned by the City Administrator Streets Superintendent or Utilities Superintendent.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Basic principles of mechanical electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Understanding of occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Ability to operate motor vehicles generators pumps hand and power tools detection devices lab equipment and more.
• Knowledge of wastewater treatment equipment operation and routine maintenance.
• Understanding mechanical electrical and hydraulic principles related to wastewater treatment.
• Basic understanding of office and computer equipment
• Perform wastewater treatment plant and sewer system maintenance.
• Efficiently and safely operate trucks tractors and related equipment.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Recognize inefficient unusual or dangerous operating conditions.
• Work independently without supervision.
• Communicate clearly both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school graduation or GED certification.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience in utility water systems including installation maintenance and repair of mains pipes and services or heavy equipment operation.
• Valid Class I South Dakota Water Distribution Certification within one year of hire.
• Valid Class I South Dakota Wastewater Collection Certification within one year of hire.
• Valid Class I South Dakota Wastewater Treatment Certification within one year of hire.
• Valid certification in Certified Spraying (G 9 4) within one year of hire.
• Willingness to work standby and extended hours when required.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Class B commercial drivers license (with no restrictions) with air brake endorsements within 90 days of hire