Location: Kearney,NE, USA
Under general supervision, performs skilled and manual labor work in the operation of the City's plant and lift stations to treat wastewater and maintain plant equipment and grounds to comply with State permits. Work requires significant interpretive judgment within prescribed standards and procedures.
Assist with the operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment plant and lift stations; operates large and small trucks; routinely inspect maintain and replace electrical wires, components and equipment; assist Lab Technician with sample collection and analysis; perform preventive maintenance and cleaning on equipment; maintain grounds and buildings; perform custodial work such as cleaning and mowing; use gas detection meters, voltmeters and other test devices to comply with confined space requirements prior to entry; implement Lockout/Tagout procedures when necessary; enter and log plant operation data and lift station operating hours reporting results to supervisor; assist in training new operators; utilize computer to retrieve and complete work orders; maintain required certifications; participate in on call rotation. Performs overtime as required and performs other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION - RESPONSIBILITY FOR WORK OF OTHERS:
None.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, officials and the public. (Daily)
Regular timely/punctual attendance. (Daily)
Reads meters, gauges, charts, etc. and to maintain accurate records. (Daily)
Collect samples and conduct tests according to prescribed standards. (Daily)
Determine the cause of system malfunctions and to apply remedial actions. (Daily)
Inspect, maintain and replace electrical wires, components and equipment. (Daily)
Maintain equipment to produce quality treated wastewater. (Daily)
Enter, exit, and work safely within confined spaces. (Multiple times weekly)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Work Type: Heavy, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects
Climbing/Balancing: Climb inclines and ladders, uneven surfaces, balance required
Walking: Extensive amount required
Stooping/Bending: Frequently
Stand/Sit: Sit about 20 percent of the time
Reaching: Frequent, overhead as well as horizontal
Vision: Adequate to perform essential job functions
Color Vision: Adequate to perform essential job functions
Hearing: Frequently perceive nature of sounds by ear
Speech: Frequently express ideas by means of spoken words
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently operates precision equipment
Manual Dexterity: Frequently operates valves, switches, etc. and frequently operates precision equipment
ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Inside/Outside: Work inside and outside
Cold/Heat: Adverse conditions possible
Wet/Dry: Adverse conditions possible
Noise/Vibrations: Equipment noise
Hazards: Frequent exposure to chemicals, gases and electricity
Fumes/Dust/Odors: Frequent exposure to dust, fumes and odors
Infectious Diseases: High exposure
MENTAL REQUIREMENTS OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Ability to read and comprehend technically written material.
Ability to listen to and apply information and instructions.
Ability to organize information for concise written records.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations accurately.
MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma/GED with general maintenance experience, electrical experience preferred; ability to obtain a Nebraska Class I Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certification within one year; possession of or obtain a valid Nebraska commercial driver's license (CDL Class B) with tanker and air brake endorsements, within three (3) months of appointment.
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS:
This position has a thirty (30) minute response time by way of the most direct route from the employee's permanent residence to the employee's assigned work site and within posted speed limits.
MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT AND WORK AIDS USED:
Telephone, two-way radio, test equipment, hand and power tools, ladders, vehicles, trucks, tractors/loaders and riding mowers.
REMARKS:
The above position description is intended to describe the duties of an employee in general terms and does not necessarily describe all of his/her duties.