Water Plant Operator Trainee

Basic Function

Under direction, on an assigned shift, maintains and operates a water plant and assists in the care and maintenance of plant equipment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Installs, repairs, and locates water and sewer mains and lines
• Maintains operation of the water treatment plant
• Reads, maintains, repairs, tests, and replaces water meters
• Turns on and off water service
• Maintains and repairs water pumps and service stations
• Helps maintain plant buildings and grounds
• Performs additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Knowledge of methods and tools used to read, repair, and operate water meters
• Ability to assist in the repair and overhaul of plant equipment
• Ability to read gauges and recording devices
• Ability to keep routine records
• Ability to use a wide variety of hand tools
• Ability to follow written and oral directions
• Ability to make arithmetic calculations

Education and Experience

• Completion of high school or GED
• Two years experience applying mechanical knowledge or the principles of chemistry preferred

Special Requirements

• A current Kansas drivers license
• Must become certified as a Kansas Class I Water Treatment Operator within eighteen months of employment
• Must comply with state mandated continuing education requirements

Physical Requirements

• Intense physical effort is required.
• Individual must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, carry, push, pull, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, handle, grasp, speak, and listen for extended periods of time.
• Working Conditions
• Work involves some exposure to moderate risk of accident and requires following basic safety precautions.

SALARY RANGE

The starting salary for this position is $16.99 per hour plus benefits.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Until Filled.