WWW Operations Technician Apprentice - Department of Public Works

Baltimore City•Baltimore, MD

5d•$54,422 - $88,706•Onsite

About The Position

An Operations Technician Apprentice receives classroom and on-the-job training in the operation, maintenance, and minor repair of mechanical and electrical equipment in a water or wastewater treatment plant. This is a three-year apprenticeship program where participants are under contract for that period. Work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities. Incumbents receive close supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a rotating shift with evening, night, weekend, holiday, and callback hours as required or held over until properly relieved or for emergencies. Work is performed in a water or wastewater treatment plant where there is exposure to chemical dust and fumes, extremes of heat or cold, and noxious odors. Work requires moderate physical exertion.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a GED certificate.
A valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver's license or an equivalent driver's license.
Eligibility to obtain a Baltimore City driver’s permit.
Must upload a copy of your valid driver’s license with application at time of applying.
Must apply for a valid Temporary State of Maryland Certificate, issued by the Board of Waterworks and Waste Systems Operators on the first day of employment.
Mechanical aptitude.
Ability to read and comprehend technical materials.
Ability to follow instructions.
Ability to perform arithmetic calculations.
Ability to learn to read meters and gauges and record readings.
Must complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint if selected for positions of trust.
Must complete a mandatory six-month probation.

Nice To Haves

Possession of a valid Temporary State of Maryland Certificate is a requirement of employment.

Responsibilities

Receive classroom and on-the-job training in the operation, maintenance, and minor repair of mechanical and electrical equipment in a water or wastewater treatment plant.
Operate mechanical and electrical equipment in a water or wastewater treatment plant.
Perform maintenance and minor repair of mechanical and electrical equipment in a water or wastewater treatment plant.
Work a rotating shift with evening, night, weekend, holiday, and callback hours as required.
Be held over until properly relieved or for emergencies.
Work in a water or wastewater treatment plant environment with exposure to chemical dust and fumes, extremes of heat or cold, and noxious odors.
Perform tasks requiring moderate physical exertion.