Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III - BC-12

County of Hawai`i•Future vacancies with immediate vacancies in Hilo and Kailua-Kona, HI

56d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves independently operating and maintaining one or more Class I, II, III, or IV wastewater treatment plants and lower classed plants, as well as tributary pumping plants. It includes participating in the major overhaul, repair, and installation of treatment and pumping plant equipment. This level is characterized by its primary responsibility for operating and being in direct responsible charge of a Class III wastewater treatment plant, as rated by the State Board of Certification of Operating Personnel in Wastewater Treatment Facilities. There are five (5) immediate vacancies with the Department of Environmental Management - Wastewater Division: three (3) permanent full-time vacancies in Hilo and two (2) permanent full-time vacancies in Kailua-Kona. The eligible list may be used for other permanent and temporary vacancies as they arise. Temporary appointments may lead to conversion to permanent appointments. Special Working Conditions include exposure to hazardous, filthy, and/or obnoxious conditions, and may also be subject to shift, weekend, and holiday work as required. Applicants must be available for stand-by duty and immediate response in case of emergency.

Requirements

Experience and/or training of sufficient scope and quality to competently perform the journey level skills and duties of a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III.
Possession of a current Hawai‘i Mandatory Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade III Certificate at time of filing.
Possession of a valid State of Hawai‘i driver's license (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver’s license at time of filing.
Possession of a good driving record certified by a traffic abstract confirming no DUI convictions, license revocations, or suspensions for three (3) years preceding and no moving violations for one (1) year preceding.
A current traffic abstract is valid for 30 days from date of issuance by the district court.
A valid State of Hawai‘i Driver License (Class 4, non-CDL) prior to completion of probation.
As applicable to the position, possession of a current Department of Transportation Medical Examiner's Certificate prior to appointment.

Nice To Haves

Applicants must be available for stand-by duty and be available for immediate response in case of emergency.
May be assigned to work in other plants for training and development purposes and to qualify for higher level certification.
May be assigned to work at pumping plants or to perform other related duties as necessary.

Responsibilities

Operates and maintains wastewater treatment and tributary pumping plants to ensure the safe, effective, efficient, and economical use of processes and equipment, and to comply with pertinent County, State, and Federal regulations.
Operates various equipment to regulate the flow of wastewater, air, and sludge between the unit processes of the plant.
Reads and records readings from meters, gauges, and other recording devices and interprets data to maintain or improve plant operations.
Inspects plant and mechanical equipment for malfunctions, irregularities, and needed repairs.
Lubricates, changes oil and makes running repairs and adjustments to machinery and equipment.
Participates in the installation, overhaul, and major repair of treatment and pumping plant equipment.
Drains and cleans settling tanks, clarifiers, chlorinating chambers, digesters, and aeration tanks.
Maintains sludge digestion systems, dewatering equipment, drying beds, and pulverizers.
Collects samples of raw, partially treated, and treated wastewater and sludge and performs chemical and physical analyses thereof, including settable solids, settle ability, pH, chlorine residual, B.O.D., C.O.D., dissolved oxygen, and suspended solids.
Interprets laboratory results and makes appropriate process adjustments.
Maintains records of test results, data sheets, and reports.
Paints equipment, buildings, and structures.
Keeps station logs and prepares operational reports.
May be assigned to work in other plants for training and development purposes and to qualify for higher level certification.
May be assigned to work at pumping plants or to perform other related duties as necessary.
Attends employee safety and training sessions.
Complies with all Federal, State, and County laws, regulations, and policies relating to occupational safety and health, and environmental issues.
Operates a motor vehicle to transport personnel, equipment, and material.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Flexible Working Arrangements: Options may include alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours.
Vacation: Start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
Sick Leave: Start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
Holidays: The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable).
Training and Development: The County has a variety of training and development opportunities for employees.
County Tuition Reimbursement Program: This scholarship program rewards employees who take the initiative to advance their education and learning.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: You may be eligible for this federal program which forgives portions of federal student loans for individuals working in public service.
Retirement Plan: The Employees’ Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan that provides retirement, disability, survivor and other benefits to all eligible full-time and part-time county employees in the State of Hawaii as well as their beneficiaries.
Deferred Compensation: Save additional money for retirement - this voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions.
Flexible Spending Plan: Use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified dependent care and/or medical expenses, as well as insurance premiums.
Health Benefit Plans: The County of Hawai'i offers a variety of health benefit plans for eligible employees.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): This voluntary assistance program provides employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work-related problems.
Group Life Insurance: Free life insurance policy for active employees.
Credit Union Membership
Other Leaves: You may be eligible for other leaves, including Family Leave, Funeral Leave, Leave Sharing, Military Leave, Donor Leave, Victims Protection Leave, as well as leave for Parent-Teacher Conferences, Disaster Relief, Blood Bank Donations, and Jury Duty.