PLANT OPERATOR TRAINEE



Job Details

PLANT OPERATOR TRAINEE
Employer

City of Savannah

Salary

$13.45 Hourly

Location

Savannah, GA

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

2018-POT-WR-MAR

DepartmentTest

Water Reclamation

Opening Date

03/13/2018

Closing Date

Continuous

Purpose

This job is responsible for assisting with operating a wastewater treatment plant.

Essential Job Functions

Operates the city's wastewater treatment plants.
 
Collects and analyzes samples; performs pH, dissolved oxygen, and suspended solids tests.
 
Monitors and adjust plants operations based on microscopic analysis and laboratory results.
 
Makes adjustments and changes to hydraulic and chemical processes.
 
Calibrates instruments and equipment, including a pH meter and dissolved oxygen meter; maintains assigned tools and equipment.
 
Documents findings; maintains logs and spreadsheets.
 
Operates a multiple hearth incinerator to destroy bio-solids removed in the treatment process.
 
Performs visual inspection of water samples for color, microscopic particles, and insects.
 
Operates a belt filter press and sand filter; cleans clarifiers and filters.
 
Operates and maintains the disinfection system.
 
Operates heavy equipment, including a dump truck, tractor, backhoe, loader, and forklift.
 
Handles caustic materials, including chlorine cylinders.
 
Collects and analyzes samples from waste hauled to the facility.
 
Maintains and cleans ash slurry system.
 
Performs grounds maintenance duties, including mowing, weeding, and applying insecticides.
 
Remains on call for after-hours emergencies.
 
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED; with six months work experience in the field of public water treatment or distribution or industrial wet process; OR a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, Micro Biology, Engineering, or Math; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must have normal or correctable color vision.  Valid driver's license required. Shift work including nights, weekends and holidays also required. Must successfully complete mandatory Basic Water/Wastewater training course and obtain Georgia Water/Wastewater Operator Class 3 Certification within sixteen (16) months of employment. Failure to secure the required certification will result in separation from employment. 
 

Additional Requirements
Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen; a motor vehicle report will be conducted, and driving history must meet the standards outlined by the City of Savannah; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment. The final score on this examination will consist of a rating of education and experience, plus veterans' preference points, if eligible. The names of all competitors rated eligible for appointment will be placed on the proper register according to their final scores. 

Additional Information

Knowledge of department policies and procedures.
 
Knowledge of wastewater treatment process control techniques.
 
Knowledge of state and federal environmental laws and regulations.
 
Knowledge of laboratory analysis techniques and processes.
 
Knowledge of safety regulations pertaining to chemicals.
 
Skill in collecting and analyzing data.
 
Skill in using a computer.
 
Skill in operating standard wastewater treatment instruments and equipment, including a belt filter press, pump, generator, and water pressure machine.
 
Skill in using laboratory tools and instruments.
 
Skill in operating heavy and light equipment, including a dump truck, overhead crane, tractor, loader, forklift, bobcat, and mower.
 
Skill in performing basic mathematical calculations.
 
Skill in oral and written communication.

CITY OF SAVANNAH EMPLOYEE BENEFITS 

Overview of Benefits

Paid Holiday
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Defined Benefit Retirement Pension Plan
Protective Services Retirement Plan (select positions)
Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan
Retirement Seminars
PPO Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Health & Wellness Incentives
Long Term Disability
Excellence and Service Recognition
Employee Development and In-Service Training
Educational Assistance Program
Uniform Allowance (select positions)
Employee Assistance Program
Discounts and Memberships
Employee Relations
Direct Deposit
Credit Union
Pretax Parking Deductions
Employeer Assisted Home Purchase Program
Domestic Partnership Benefits

Healthcare

PPO Medical Plus Plan
PPO Medical Basic Plan
Dental Plus Plan
Dental Basic Plan
Vision Service Plan

Life Insurance

Basic Life and ADD
Supplemental Life Employee
Supplemental Life Spouse
Supplemental Life Child

Benefits costs are paid by the City of Savannah, by the employee or shared by both the City and the employee.

01
Do you have a valid driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No
02
Do you have 6 months work experience in the field of public water treatment or distribution or industrial wet process? Or a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, Micro Biology, Engineering, or Math?
  • Yes
  • No
03
If you claimed a degree in the previous question how does your degree relate to those listed? If you did not claim a degree you may type N/A.
04
This position involves shift work including nights, weekends and holidays. Would you be able to work this schedule?
  • Yes
  • No

* Required Question

Employer
City of Savannah
Address
132 E. Broughton Street
P.O. Box 1027
Savannah, Georgia, 31302-9972
Phone
912-651-6484

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