Location: Portsmouth,NH, USA
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Starting pay is $24.30 an hour without certification per the AFSCME 1386A Working Agreement. $25.51 an hour with a New Hampshire Grade 1 Wastewater Treatment Operator Licensee $28.23 an hour with a New Hampshire Grade 2 Wastewater Treatment Operator License $34.31 an hour after 42 months of service with a Grade 2 Wastewater Treatment Operator License As part of the team each person will be required to be part of a rotating on call schedule; generous compensation is provided for being on call and all emergency call-in events are paid at an overtime rate. Detailed information about the AFSCME 1386A Working Agreement including salary schedule and benefits can be found here: The City offers a generous compensation and benefits package that includes retirement paid time off including vacation holidays medical & dental insurance flexible spending account professional development career growth longevity incentives and more! We welcome diverse and non-traditional backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don't satisfy every single bullet on this list. The purpose of this position is to assist individually and with others in the operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment plant machinery and equipment according to approved performance standards for which the operating unit is responsible. This includes functions such as treating wastewater clearing and maintaining treatment plant facilities wells pumping stations and equipment tanks performing preventative maintenance and repair work and otherwise completing assigned work. Performance is subject to review according to the City's personnel plan through observation reports and the results achieved. Position reports to the Chief Plant Operator. The primary location of work duties is the Peirce Island Wastewater Treatment Facility in Portsmouth NH; however daily activities may involve other facilities throughout the sewer system area in Portsmouth and surrounding communities. In this position the candidate will have the opportunity to be part of a team that is operating the newest and most cutting edge wastewater treatment facilities in the State of New Hampshire.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar; related; or a logical assignment to; or extension of; the position.
* Inspects and operates all plant and equipment placed under their care and on which individual is trained. Meets or exceeds treatment; procedural and other operating regulations and approved standards. Implements standard operating procedures and performs other assigned treatment plant; well; pumping station; and associated property maintenance work as appropriate.
* Undertakes and completes preventative and routine maintenance for all facilities; machinery; and equipment which includes tasks ranging in complexity from custodial care to review of technical manuals; and the implementation of proscribed maintenance and repair procedures. Provides this assistance individually and with others.
* Takes samples; monitors; analyzes and reports information regarding operating conditions and the results achieved. Implements corrective actions as appropriate. Responds to adverse weather conditions and other emergencies when called to provide for the continued operation and protection of facilities.
* Confers with internal customers; municipal officials; and others as directed regarding treatment plant; well and pumping station operations as appropriate.
* Coordinates functions and activities with other operating units and City departments as directed.
* Performs preventive and corrective maintenance to plant equipment; mixing of chemical solutions; and operation of manual valves; general plant cleaning; painting and grounds maintenance. Performs routine laboratory analysis for control of the treatment process. Analyzes; records and evaluates instrument readings and laboratory test results; makes process and treatment adjustments as required; determines remedial action in an emergency.
* Operates the wastewater treatment and pumping stations using the SCADA system at the wastewater plant. Assists in the operation and maintenance of specialized equipment and activities.
* Participates on a four week on call rotation at the Wastewater Treatment Plant
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants for this position must have graduated from high school or earned a graduate equivalent diploma (GED). Three years' experience in maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment is required. Knowledge of operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant or one year of formal training in wastewater treatment preferred. Advanced training in wastewater treatment plant operations; pumps; motors or other skilled trade is highly desired.
Incumbent will have 18 months from hire date to acquire a Grade II NH Wastewater Treatment Operator Certification. Certified operators are then required to complete ongoing education and training to renew their certifications. Obtaining additional certification or licensing may be required.
Physical and Mental Requirements
Primary duties of this position involve: inspecting equipment and performing maintenance on facility; equipment; and machinery. Work is performed inside labs; outside in all weather conditions; inside treatment plant; in confined spaces; at field locations; and inside vehicles. The person in this position will constantly be working around; in; under and on top of machinery and equipment to assess and maintain proper operation of equipment and facility. Current position includes some limited physical requirements including: frequently moving and transporting equipment; supplies; and tools weighing up to 80 pounds; and possible exposure to hazardous conditions; chemicals; gases; and odors.
Full Job Description
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator.pdf
Disclaimer
The essential functions and duties described herein are normal for this position. They are intended as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar related or a logical assignment to or extension of the position. Other duties may be required and assigned by the supervisor. The City of Portsmouth is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran status or genetic information. The City is committed to providing access equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment its services programs and activities. To request reasonable accommodations contact our Human Resources Director by phone 603-###-####.
Application Special Instructions
Finalist must complete pre-employment screening drug testing & background check.