Water Reclamation Facility Operator I

City of Ottawa • Ottawa, KS

1d • $21 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Ottawa is currently recruiting for a Water Reclamation Operator I. Under the supervision of the Utilities Superintendent - WRF, the WRF Operator I performs skilled and semi-skilled labor in the maintenance and operation of the Water Reclamation Facility and lift station.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must progressively acquire Wastewater Operator certification by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment up to and including Class II within 12 months of the first eligibility date for obtaining a given certification level.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and be insurable by City’s carrier.
• Basic knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and biological systems.
• Knowledge of chemistry, mathematics, chemicals, gases, and laboratory testing equipment.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment, pumps, and other related equipment.
• Ability to operate computer systems.
• Ability and willingness to work rotating and extended shifts.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain successful working relationships with other employees, City officials, businesses, and the public.
• Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work as well as concentrate on multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work under general supervision and make responsible decisions.
• Ability to use good judgment and think quickly and rationally in difficult or stressful situations.
• Must be able to sit, talk, hear, feel attributes of objects, grasp, push, stand, walk, drive, reach with hands/arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, balance, operate mechanical equipment, and move up and down from/to sitting position on the floor.
• Must be able to have repetitive wrist/hand/finger movement and manual dexterity.
• Must have clarity of vision, three-dimensional vision, ability to identify/distinguish colors, and precise hand-eye coordination.
• Must be able to lift 100 or more pounds.
• Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.

Nice To Haves

• One to three years of wastewater operator experience is preferred.
• Class IV certification preferred by five-year employment anniversary.

Responsibilities

• Operate various types of motorized vehicles, equipment, pumps, motors, and related machinery.
• Collect samples at sources of supply and perform technical, bacteriological, and chemical examinations of raw, settled, and filtered sewage samples.
• Prepare and maintain equipment used for laboratory testing; keep accurate records of lab data.
• Inspect and maintain lift stations. Check equipment daily for proper operation, grease bearings, change filters, and troubleshoot/correct malfunctions.
• Prepare necessary written documentation and reports. Enter data on computerized spread sheets.
• Perform general building and grounds maintenance work; mow grass and remove snow/ice with Bobcat, snow blower, and/or shovel.
• Climb ladders/stairs to access remote areas of plant and lift stations.
• Maintain ultraviolet disinfection system: clean/replace lamp sleeves, lamps, plugs, ballasts, and sleeve wipers.
• Prepare waste sludge for transfer to landfill: reduce water content, convert from liquid to solid form, and set/operate belt press.
• Observe operation of plant equipment and ensure proper treatment of wastewater; make adjustments or repairs as needed.
• Notify Superintendent when supplies are needed.
• Serve on emergency call-in system.
• Comply with all City ordinances and practices.
• Assist other departments and perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Residency requirement: Regular full-time employees are required to establish and maintain residency within a driving distance of 35 miles of the Ottawa City Hall within one year from hire.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED