Apprentice Wastewater Operator/ Maintainer - Kalamazoo, United States - City of Kalamazoo, MI

City of Kalamazoo, MI

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Kalamazoo, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

This is an entry-level training position performing routine wastewater treatment plant operation and maintenance work. An employee in this class is considered in training, for the class of Public Services Operator/Maintainer I. The work is performed in accordance with procedures outlined by the Wastewater Operations and Maintenance Supervisory Staff.

Through successful completion of the probationary period, on-the-job training, and self-study, a Public Services Operator/Maintainer Apprentice is expected to acquire sufficient knowledge and skills in primary, secondary, tertiary treatments, solids dewatering and disposal, and maintenance to be able to pass the MDEQ Wastewater Class D License, the MWEA Maintenance Grade I exam, and the in-house Operator/Maintainer I Test.

Employees must, as a condition of continued employment, pass, as outlined in the AFSCME Labor Agreement, the first test offered by the State after they are determined eligible to take the MDEQ Wastewater Class D License exam.

Examples of Duties:

Assists Public Services Operator/Maintainers in routine operational, preventive maintenance, and demand maintenance duties:
Cleans and maintains wastewater plant equipment to facilitate flow and treatment of wastewater.
Makes inspections of Treatment Plant computerized components and related mechanical and electrical equipment as assigned by the shift supervisor or designee.
Identifies operational or maintenance problems.
Assists in making routine repairs to pumps, mixers, motors, and equipment.
Performs routine janitorial and grounds maintenance duties; keeps records as assigned.

Expected to perform the following for it is a critical part of the position: Standing, sitting, walking, lifting (up to 50lbs), pushing or pulling, climbing, bending, squatting, reaching, grasping, reading, writing, seeing (clear vision near and far), using the telephone, working alone or as a team, overtime, and outside work

Environmental:

Working around hazardous machinery, and atmospheres, confined spaces, wet surroundings, working in daylight and at night, high and low temperatures, dust or fumes, and working inside and outside.**
Essential Qualifications:

Knowledge and skill in mechanical repair and diagnosis, and in keeping records and communicating in written form.
Applicants must possess a minimum of a high school diploma or a GED; completion of standard high school courses in chemistry, math, biology, and related sciences; related college course work or degree preferred and/or associate degree in mechanical technology.
Ability to perform duties in a timely manner, ability to work well with other employees and supervisors.
Ability to perform duties such as those listed in the Examples of Duties section and ability to pass entry level general aptitude test with a minimum score of 70%.

An in-house written test will be provided for this position.

Acceptable Training and Experience:

Preferably some operational experience in an industrial or municipal wastewater or water treatment plant.
Experience as a semiskilled mechanic in the maintenance of motors, pumps, and related equipment associated with water or wastewater treatment preferred.
Completion of standard high school courses in biology, chemistry, math, or related scientific areas; related college course work or degree preferred and/or associate degree in mechanical technology; or any combination of training and experience which provides the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities.

The benefits for this position are negotiated between the City of Kalamazoo and the Amercian Federation of State, County and Municipal Employee (AFSCME) group.