Water Treatment Operator - 1st Shift Sunday through Thursday

APPLICANTS MUST APPLY AT CHARLESTONILLINOIS.ORG

Public Works Department – Water Treatment Plant Operator

The City of Charleston Public Works Department is seeking candidates to fill a Water Treatment Operator position. This position is full-time with a starting wage of $21.81 - $23.10 per hour after 6 months. Wages incrementally increase as defined by union contract. The City offers a comprehensive benefits package, including an IMRF defined pension plan. This posting will remain open until the position is filled.

The Water Treatment Plant is a 24/7 operation. The new Operator needs to have availability to work shift work of 7am – 3pm Sunday through Thursday.

The successful candidate must complete a post offer physical, drug/alcohol test and background screening.

Within 3 year of hire, candidate must obtain Class C water operator license. Preference given to candidates with education and application of biology or chemistry.

Duties:

· Operates the water treatment plant including related subsystems and instrumentation according to set procedures and/or directions from a supervisor

· Monitors the treatment process from the control board /computer screen; monitors various treatment processes including coagulant feed, rapid mix, flocculation, sedimentation, filtration, and disinfection; monitors the addition of chemicals added for corrosion control and dental caries prevention

· Monitors water quality by performing laboratory tests at various stages in the treatment process; tests may include but are not limited to chlorine residual, fluoride residual, pH, turbidity, hardness, alkalinity, odors, and other tests as necessary to maintain water quality; calibrates laboratory equipment; maintains laboratory records

· Determines chemical dosage based on preset directives and makes adjustments to plant processes as necessary

· Reads gauges and meters; interprets data to maintain the proper treatment process, proper distribution operation, security, and alarm status; makes flow adjustments

· Operates pumps, valves, and equipment manually or utilizing a SCADA system; monitors systems for alarms, make adjustments, and provides appropriate response; notifies water supervisors or other personnel as necessary to respond to problems

· Operates mechanical equipment including pumps and motors, chemical feed pumps and systems, air compressors, and manual, electrical, and pneumatically operated valves; operates hand and power tools; operates a light truck

· Monitors chemical feed equipment; reports problems and may perform maintenance on chemical piping system under direction of a supervisor; participates in calibration of chemical feed equipment

· Maintains operational logs and records

· Makes visual inspections; monitors facilities and grounds to insure adequate security

· Performs preventative and predictive maintenance on treatment plant equipment as assigned

· Operates the City’s water distribution system including reservoirs/towers; ensures adequate availability and pressure to all service connection

· Performs appropriate procedures and responds to emergencies and spills including those involving hazardous materials as required

· Performs other duties as assigned

· Proven reliable and dependable

· Must be 18 years of age

· Possess a valid Illinois driver’s license

· High school diploma or equivalent

· Pass an extensive background investigation and drug screen

· Knowledge in methods of basic maintenance and repair principles and practices including preventative maintenance

· Knowledge of basic principles of math and chemistry

· Preferred education and application of biology or chemistry

· Ability to read and interpret gauges, recording devices and related monitoring systems

· Troubleshooting skills, eager to learn

· Possess safety awareness

Benefits:

· Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF)

· Personal Leave Accruals - 24 hours per year

· Vacation Leave Accruals - 40 hours first year, 80 hours second year

· Sick Leave Accruals - 6 hours per month

· 11 Paid Holidays per year

· $100 Safety shoe allowance and uniforms provided

· Employee voluntary deferred compensation plan

· Employee voluntary flex spending and dependent care options

· BCBS PPO health insurance and HDHP health insurance

· Health Savings Account employer contributions - $500 single and $1,000 plus one or family

· Delta Dental - employee paid

· VSP Vision - employee paid

· Aflac options

Apply online at www.charlestonillinois.org. For free internet access, please visit Charleston Carnegie Library. EEO/AA.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.81 - $23.10 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $23