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Position OverviewMontgomery County Environmental Services is seeking Water Reclamation Plant Operators or Operators in Training.Current Openings: Western Plant, 4111 Hydraulic Road, West Carrolton, OH 45449Shifts available: Third Shift, 10pm to 8amFull performance level in wastewater treatment operation requiring considerable knowledge of wastewater treatment processes and equipment; under general direction, operates, monitors and records wastewater treatment processes.Summary of Job DutiesInspects plant equipment including tanks, motors, pumps, blowers, grit collectors, grit pumps, generators, electrical panels, heating units and variety of other gauges, charts and equipment. Operates equipment such as controls, pumps, valves, filters, blowers, motors, metering equipment and chemical feed equipment. Adjusts processes, tanks, & equipment based on changing plant conditions; adjusts chemical feed rates. Utilizes computerized monitoring system (SCADA) for data acquisition and process control, some work areas must be accessed by traversing steep slopes or stairs, climbing ladders or entering below grade areas such as tanks, manholes or wet wells.Understands and applies NPDES permit requirements and limits to daily work. Performs sampling, process control tests, lab analyses, and field measurements. Operates and maintains wastewater analytical equipment and samplers; runs variety of analytical tests such as pH, solids, dissolved oxygen, ammonia, phosphorus, and chlorine; collects samples in the plant and field; Performs a variety of written and electronic record keeping. Utilizes a variety of computer systems including Microsoft office products, SCADA, CMMS, and LIMS systems.Performs preventative maintenance to machinery and equipment (e.g., greasing, valve exercising, cleaning/changing filters and strainers, calibrating instruments, cleaning tanks and weirs), assists in skilled mechanical repair of plant equipment.Performs general custodial work as necessary, keeps work areas clean, cleans and paints equipment. Operates county motor vehicle, gator and forklift.(Performs Related Duties as Required)Minimum Qualifications and RequirementsEquivalent to high school diploma; one (1) year post high school education in earth sciences (biology, chemistry, physics or equal) or two (2) years related work experience in wastewater treatment or collection, water treatment or distribution; OR alternative, equivalent evidence of the Minimum Class Requirements; Must hold Class I operator certification upon appointment.OPERATOR IN TRAINING REQUIREMENTS Minimum Qualification: Equivalent to high school diploma; one (1) year post high school education in earth sciences (biology, chemistry, physics or equal) or one (1) year related work experience in wastewater treatment or collection, water treatment or distribution; OR alternative, equivalent evidence of the Minimum Class Requirements.Supplemental InformationDriving Requirement: Must have a current valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.Training and Development: Must maintain Class I Ohio operator certification.OPERATOR IN TRAINING INFORMATION Supplemental Information: Must obtain Ohio EPA Class I Wastewater Works license following fulfillment of Ohio EPA minimum experience requirements, secure and maintain certification within three (3) years from hire date. Upon obtaining Class I Certification, employee will automatically be reassigned to Water Reclamation Plant Operator classification.All Montgomery County employees become members of the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System and have access to deferred compensation programs. Benefits may vary for full-time, part-time, intermittent, and seasonal employees and/or due to union affiliation. The list below demonstrates the benefits that may be available to employees according to employment status and is subject to change.Full-Time Employees (40 hours per week): Health insurance with HSA match, wellness program and incentives, life insurance, paid vacation, paid personal leave days, sick leave, holiday pay, tuition reimbursement, and access to dental, vision, short-term disability, accident & critical care benefits.Part-Time Employees (Benefits Eligible) (scheduled 21+ hours per week): Health insurance with HSA match, wellness program and incentives, life insurance, paid personal leave days, sick leave, holiday pay for hours scheduled to work on holidays, and access to dental, vision, short-term disability, accident & critical care benefits.Part-time Employees (Non-Benefits Eligible) (20 hours or less per week): Benefits include Long Term Sick Leave Accrual, Paid Personal Leave, and holiday pay for hours scheduled to work on holidays.Seasonal Employees: Benefits include Sick Leave accrued at 4.6 hours for every eighty 80 hours in active pay status. Seasonal employees scheduled to work 40 hours during their period of employment will accrue vacation in the same manner as regular full-time employees and can use their vacation after completion of twenty-six (26) bi-weekly pay periods in active pay status. Part-time Seasonal employees (scheduled to work less than 40 hours) do not accrue vacation.Intermittent and Temporary Employees: Long-Term Sick Leave accrual is based on hours worked. Benefit information can be found on the Montgomery County Benefits website at:
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dayton, OH, 45449, US
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