Salary: 39,208.000-49,628.800 :USD

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

WATER DIVISION / WINNIPESAUKEE RIVER BASIN BUREAU

528 RIVER STREET, FRANKLIN NH 03235

TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR I

Position #12066

40 hrs per week

TheState of New Hampshire, Department of Environmental Services, Water Division, Winnipesaukee River Basin Bureau has a full time vacancy fora Treatment Plant Operator I.

Summary:

Assistsin the daily operations of the Winnipesaukee River Basin Program's facilitiesincluding pump stations and collection system to ensure proper operation andcompliance with State and Federal regulations.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS - Under a recent change to the rules, an applicant's relevant experience now counts towards formal education degrees referenced below! See Per 405.1 .

18 Months of additional relevant experience = Associate's degree

36 Months of additional relevant experience = Bachelor's degree

54 Months of additional relevant experience = Master's degree

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma orhigh school equivalency credential. Each additional year of approved formaleducation may be substituted for one year of required work experience.

Experience: Two years ofexperience in a waste or water treatment plant or a related industry.

License/Certification: Must possess a valid driver's license.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Must be able to perform occasional strenuousactivity, including climbing ladders and heavy lifting. Must work a schedule,which includes weekend and holiday rotation. Must be willing to respond to callbacks and to participate in rotating,on-call duty for snowplowing and SCADA. Must be willing to carry a pager or cell phone to receive

notificationof callbacks. M usthave basic computer literacy for M icrosoft Office Explorer (internet) and Outlook(email) applications.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Preferencewill be given for individuals with Grade II or higher wastewater treatmentplant operator’s license. Preference given to individuals with basic knowledgeof Word and Excel.

Responsibilities:

Performsroutine laboratory analysis of wastewater samples for process control andcompliance.

Makeschanges in the mechanical, physical and/or chemical processes of the treatmentsystem as directed to maintain optimum system operation and makes operationaldecisions in response to problems when supervisory personnel are not readilyavailable to do so.

Identifiesand responds to operational malfunctions or emergencies at the treatment plant,pump stations or within the collection system including any and all of thehazardous conditions that may result in order to protect the facilities andmaintain process efficiency.

Conductsregular inspections to ensure the proper functioning of waste handling and flowmeasuring equipment, and records data relevant to the operation.

Activelyparticipates and supports the WRBP safety program; adhering to all safetypolicies and procedures.

Inspectsand performs repairs, maintenance or adjustments to building and grounds, sewerlines and equipment to assure continuous operation.

Operatesheavy equipment such as a backhoe and dump trucks.

Operatessolids handling and treatment equipment to provide for timely and efficientdisposal.

Continuallyseeks to improve practices to add quality and value in support of theDepartment's mission while identifying and eliminating unnecessary or redundantactions.

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mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:-1.0in"> Disclaimer Statement : The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.

Criminalbackground and driving record review required.

Forfurther information please contact Mark Corliss, Plant Maintenance Engineer IV at mark.a.corliss@des.nh.gov or at 603-934-9926. You may also contact Raymond Wilson,HR Coordinator at 603-271-1496 or at raymond.j.wilson@des.nh.gov .

*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:

The actual value of State-paid health benefits is based on the employee's union status, and employee per pay period health benefit contributions will vary depending on the type of plan selected.

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:

Employee Benefits | NH Dept. of Administrative Services

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 13.85% of pay

Other Benefits:

* Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)

* Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts

*State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan

*Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan

*$50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance

*Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:

Total Compensation Calculator | Human Resources | NH Dept. of Administrative Services

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:

Human Resources | NH Dept. of Administrative Services

Benefits Summary (nh.gov)

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TDD Access: Relay NH1-800-735-2964