Plant Operator I

City of St. Joseph
  • Saint Joseph, Missouri
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    JOB TITLE:                    Plant Operator I 
    DEPARTMENT:            Public Works & Transportation 
    DIVISION:                     Water Protection    
    JOB TYPE:                      Full - Time  
    SALARY:                         $18.74375 hourly, $38,987.00 annually
    CLOSING DATE:           Posted until filled
     
    Job Summary/Scope
    Monitors and maintains operations of a wastewater treatment facility during an assigned shift.
     
    Essential Duties and Responsibilities
    • Inspects and monitors the operation of rakes, pumps, blowers, clarifiers, and digesters.
    • Records data during assigned shift.
    • Adjusts direction of flows and pumping rates as indicated by conditions in plant.
    • Notifies supervisor if any problems arise in treatment plant operation.
    • Tests for dissolved oxygen and collects samples for laboratory analysis.
    • Inspects lift stations.
    • Operates belt filter presses and belt bio-solids dryer.
    • Performs minor maintenance, including lubing and greasing.
    • Regular and reliable attendance.
    Other Duties and Responsibilities
    • Cleans equipment and buildings.
    • Performs general housekeeping tasks.
    • Performs all other related duties as assigned.
    Employee Behavior and Conduct
    City employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct appropriate for the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact both internally and externally during the performance of their duties. Examples of professional conduct include, but are not limited to, being communicative, informative, fair, honest, and respectful.
     
    Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
    • Must have a Missouri "D" level Wastewater Treatment License or obtain within the six (6) month probationary period.
    • Ability to follow oral and/or written instructions
    • Skills in record keeping and maintenance of operational logs.
    • Knowledge of basic electricity, mechanical pumps, hydraulics, and wastewater treatment operational procedures.
    • Ability to use a computer
    • Valid Driver's License
    • Must obtain a Missouri "A" level Wastewater Treatment License within 7 years of employment as a Plant Operator 1. Failure to achieve the required certification within 7 years will result in being placed into a Performance Improvement Period for up to six months.
    If the employee is unable to achieve an "A" license by examination within the Performance Improvement Period, the employee will be subject to either termination due to the inability to meet job description requirements, or reclassification to a lower position if one is available at the Water Protection Facility and they are qualified.

    Material and Equipment Directly Used
    Uses a range of machinery and equipment related to the operation of a wastewater treatment facility. There may be times when use of personal vehicle may be required.
     
    Working Environment/Physical Requirements
    Work is performed under a variety of conditions, ranging from indoor work with a controlled environment, to outside tasks performed under a variety of extreme conditions such as cold, heat, windy and wet. Exposed to hazards such as electrical shock and chemicals. Must be able to stand for long periods. Requires periods of bending, climbing, kneeling, crawling, and other physical activities. Routinely lifts objects weighing up to thirty pounds. Occasionally lifts objects weighing as much as sixty pounds or assist in lifting objects weighing in excess of 100 pounds. Some overnight or day travel may be required for business purposes. Vacation and other leave scheduling shall be requested of and approved by the appropriate supervisor.
     
    Education
    High school diploma or equivalent required.
     
     
    All applicants must pass a drug screening and criminal background check prior to employment. 
    Any job offer made by the City is contingent upon the applicant passing the drug screening and background check. 
    AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
    The City is a governmental entity subject to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973,
    which requires that otherwise qualified handicapped individuals be protected from discrimination.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationSaint Joseph, Missouri
    Websitehttps://www.stjosephmo.gov

    Skills

    • Blowersunmatched
    • City Governmentunmatched
    • Driver's Licenseunmatched
    • Electricityunmatched
    • Housekeeping/Cleaningunmatched
    • Hydraulic Engineeringunmatched
    • Laboratory Analysisunmatched
    • Operations Processesunmatched
    • Performance Managementunmatched
    • Physical Demandsunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Public Transportunmatched
    • Public Worksunmatched
    • Pumpsunmatched
    • Record Keepingunmatched
    • Rehabilitation Actunmatched
    • Specimen Collectionunmatched
    • Willing to Travelunmatched

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