Plant Operator

BENEFITS

• Desirable scheduling - employees work 7 days over a 14 day period (5:00 pm to 5:00 am)
• 3% longevity pay every three years in addition to COLAs
• 50% employer match on up to 4% of employee 457 or 401k contributions
• Retirement through the Kentucky Public Pension Authority beginning second year
• Generous vacation, sick, holiday, and military paid leave with no waiting period
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance with no or low employee premiums
• Uniforms fully provided, boot reimbursement
• 4 hours of overtime every two weeks
• Employer paid training and certifications
• .75/hr. shift differential pay for second shift

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assists in the daily operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment plant in compliance with established procedures and standards and federal, state, and local laws and regulations;
• Inspects and/or monitors pumps, charts, gauges, motors and other plant equipment daily;
• Assists in the collection of samples for lab tests;
• Assists in maintaining adequate inventory of chemicals and other supplies;
• Performs servicing of plant equipment, assists in maintaining plant, including preventative maintenance programs;
• Performs minor repairs and/or adjustments on plant equipment;
• Assists in cleaning and maintenance of plant and grounds.

ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES

• Work is thorough, timely and reflects follow-through to completion;
• Complies with departmental performance standards;
• Demonstrates willingness to undertake duties as assigned;
• Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work is performed both indoors and outdoors, regardless of weather conditions; work includes sitting, standing, stooping, walking, using ladders and stairs in confined spaces, and lifting objects of more than 50 pounds. Exposed to noise, machinery, and its moving parts. Also, exposed to fumes, chemicals and toxic substances.

Standard work hours are from 5 pm to 5 am, after initial training is completed. Training will occur Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must possess a valid driver's license. Commercial Driver's License with tanker endorsement and air brakes desired but not required.

Availability: Candidates must be available to work holidays as scheduled, as well as periodic overtime and on-call rotations.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

A high school diploma or general education development (GED) certificate preferred;

Applications will be accepted through September 11, 2026, or until position is filled.

Please note that satisfactory completion of a drug test and background check is a condition of employment.

The City of Frankfort is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or any other non-merit based factor.