JOB
The City of Canby is hiring for a Seasonal Wastewater Operator. If you are looking to expand your knowledge in the field of water quality, please submit your application materials by June 25, 2024 for full consideration. This posting may close at any time.This is a limited duration position, not to exceed six months or 600 hours. Position is full time, with some flexibility, non-exempt and non-represented. Paid sick leave is included in compliance with Oregon Sick Leave Law. Other benefits not included. Performs a variety of basic duties to operate and maintain the City’s wastewater treatment plant equipment and facilities under the direction of the Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor or Lead Operator. Supervisory ResponsibilitiesNo supervision/leadership exercised.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
The individual in this position is expected to engage in the following work-related activities with direct supervision. Perform routine wastewater treatment plant maintenance, housekeeping, painting and cleaning activities.Complete maintenance tasks such as lubricating equipment, replacing belts, and cleaning filters.Operate a lawn mower, edger and small hand tools.Assist with organizing records, archiving files and creating new files.Conduct routine meter readings, follow established schedules, and enter data into applicable computerized system.Collect wastewater samples using established procedures.Maintain proficiency by attending training and meetings, reading materials, and meeting with others in areas of responsibility. Maintain work areas in a clean and orderly manner.Comply with safety requirements of the position and actively promote safe work practices.Perform other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.Maintain cooperative working relationships with City staff, other organizations, and the public. Competency Profile The individual in this position is expected to possess or acquire: Ability to use hand tools and equipment utilized in building and grounds maintenance such as shovels, mowers, trimmers, edgers, hoses, and power tools. Ability to listen, receive and follow work direction.Good communication skills.Work both independently and with a team.Basic computer skills.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Mental effort Normal concentration and attention to detail with normal deadlines. Physical effort Medium: The work requires physical exertion, such as climbing ladders, lifting objects over 25 pounds, crouching, or crawling in restricted areas. Work environment Moderate Risks/Discomforts: 70 % of the work period requires special safety precautions, e.g., working around moving parts, carts, or machines; exposure to contagious diseases or irritant chemicals. Employees may be required to use protective clothing or gear, such as masks, gowns, coats, boots, goggles, gloves, or shields.Normal/office environment 30% of the work period.Travel requirementsNo travel requirements. Hours requiredMonday through Friday, 40 hours per week, flexible daytime hours. Limited term of 600 hours total.SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Additional Information: Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background check and reference checks as part of the contingent employment offer process. Certain positions at the City of Canby will also require a drug screen.Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 verification process confirming authorization to work in the United States.The City of Canby is an equal opportunity employer.Applicants with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and/or selection process should contact Human Resources.The City of Canby prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at the City of Canby are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, age, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, ability, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state and federal law. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Status of Your Application: City of Canby only accepts applications through our online application system at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/canbyoregon. For technical assistance, please call 855-524-5627. You will be advised by email of your status at each step in the applications process and through your applicant portal. Please note that the City of Canby communicates with all candidates via email. If you "opt out" or "unsubscribe" from email notifications from governmentjobs it will impact our ability to communicate status updates with you. Reasonable Accommodation Statement: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. This job description is a general description of essential job functions. It is not intended as an employment contract nor is it intended to describe all responsibilities, skills, effort, or work conditions associated with the job someone in this position would perform. ___________________________________________________________________________Veteran's Preference StatementApplicants are eligible to use Veteran's Preference when applying. Preference will only be given if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and any special qualifications for the position and electronically attach the required documentation at the time of application. DOCUMENTS REQUIRED: MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) – OR – Letter from the US Dept. of Veterans Affairs indicating a non-service connected pension.Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs.You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at: http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records For information regarding Veteran's Preference qualifications, visit the following website: http://www.oregonjobs.org/DAS/STJOBS/vetpoints.shtmlq