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TITLE: Operator-in-Training (OIT)Ā
REPORTS TO: Operator IĀ
SUPERVISES: NoneĀ
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performs a variety of unskilled tasks in the operation and maintenance of a water/wastewater treatment plant on an assigned shift; does related work as required; has no supervisory capacity
- Learns and gains skills in a variety of equipment, servicing, and operating tasks
- Performs routine maintenance and servicing work in the water/wastewater treatment plant
- Understands and carries out oral and written directions
- Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of workĀ
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performs any combination of the following tasks pertinent to controlling operation of plants and pumping stations as directed:
- Operates treatment facilities to control flow and processing of water/wastewater, sludge, and effluent
- Monitors gauges, meters, and control panels
- Observes and reports abnormalities to supervisor
- Operates valves and gates either manually or by remote control, starts and stops pumps, engines and generators to control and adjust flow and treatment processes
- Maintains shift log and records meter and gauge readings
- Takes samples and performs routine laboratory tests and analyses
- Performs routine maintenance functions and custodial duties
- Does related work as requiredĀ
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Knowledge of the principles, methods, and tools employed in the general operations of engines, pumps, and related equipment; general maintenance work; safe work practices; basic biological and chemical principles.
- PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be able to walk up to 3 miles per 8-hour shift
- Must be able to ascend and descend up to 1,100 stair steps per 8-hour shift
- Must be able to lift up to 45 bags weighing up to 50 pounds each from floor level up to waist high in an 8-hour shift
- Must be able to bend frequently to collect samples
- Must be able to push a push-type, power lawn mower for up to 3 hours per 8-hour shift
- Must be able to work in all types of weather
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be able to walk up to 3 miles per 8-hour shift
- Must be able to ascend and descend up to 1,100 stair steps per 8-hour shift
- Must be able to lift up to 45 bags weighing up to 50 pounds each from floor level up to waist high in an 8-hour shift
- Must be able to bend frequently to collect samples
- Must be able to push a push-type, power lawn mower for up to 3 hours per 8-hour shift
- Must be able to work in all types of weather
Ā BENEFITS:Ā
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with a City match of up to 8%
- Life Insurance
- LongāTerm Disability Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 13 Paid Holidays
- Vacation Time, Personal Time, and Sick Leave
- 50% Tuition Discount at the University of New Haven for City employees
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
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The City of West Haven is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer
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