- Salary
- $23 – $44/hr
- Location
- Golden, CO, CO, US
- Type
- Full-time
- Education
- High School
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
We are currently recruiting qualified applicants for Water Treatment Plant Operator position. Come and see why the City of Golden is the place you want to be!
Why work at the City of Golden? Being a Golden employee is more than just a job, it's a lifestyle. Golden is a vibrant outdoor community making it a great place to live, work and play.
Location, location, location– Work near great restaurants and shops, hit the trails, and enjoy the outdoor scenery of Clear Creek and the foothills. Convenient commuting from all directions.
Paid time off– Paid vacation starts at 16 days (that's over 3 weeks!), plus 12 days of sick time and 12 paid holidays each year.
Great benefits– The City matches up to 8% of your retirement contributions, plus offers a full-spectrum of benefits and perks, including tuition reimbursement (check it out)!
This person will perform the skilled technical duties and manual work in the operation and maintenance of the City of Golden's 12 MGD Water Treatment Plant (WTP) including water production, treatment, and storage operations, and in compliance with Safe Drinking Water Act and City of Goldens safety standards.
Must be able to work shiftwork, days, nights, holidays, and weekends as assigned. Must be able to cover extra shifts for other Operators while on PTO or sick leave. Must be available for emergency response and on a rotating On-Call.
Not yet licensed but looking for a career track that offers advancement potential and ongoing training and development opportunities? Join us as a Water Treatment Plant Operator Trainee. You’ll prepare for and obtain your Operator D license, with the ongoing opportunity to progress through the Operator licensing levels. This position will offer long-term career opportunities in an important field that supports important water operations in your community.
Full Salary Range - DOQ based on level of Certification:
Water Treatment Plant Operator C: $27.14-$38.00
Water Treatment Plant Operator B: $29.31-$41.04
Water Treatment Plant Operator A: $31.66-$44.32
Monitor and control plant operations using the SCADA system and manual methods, including reading gauges, meters, instrumentation, graphs, control panels, and by performing and evaluating lab analysts.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or general education diploma (GED) and appropriate Colorado Water Operator Certification. An associate’s degree in water technology or water quality management preferred. Must be able to perform basic computer skills including Microsoft products such as Word and Excel. Basic understanding or use of a SCADA or HMI systems a plus.
Class A category requires possession of a current Colorado Class A Water Operators A License. Also, a minimum of 4 years related experience or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
Class B category requires possession of a current Colorado Class B Water Operators B License. Also, a minimum of 3 years related experience or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
Class C category requires possession of a current Colorado Class C Water Operators C License. Also, a minimum of 2 years related experience or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
Class D category requires having passed the “D” Water Operators Certification exam.
Must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license and a good driving record.
Colorado Water Operators Certification license required, Class A, B, C, or D.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization. Ability to answer questions and provide information to the public; respond to and resolve complaints.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Must have strong mathematical aptitude to compute dosages and flows.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to carry out instructions or procedures furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving concrete variables in complex situations.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of principles of chemistry and biology as applied to water purification; water purification procedures and methods; and standard principles of hydraulics and plumbing. Ability to keep calm and respond appropriately during a power outage, hazardous chemical spill, or other emergency situations. Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USED
Ferric Sulfate, sodium hypochlorite, potassium permanganate, polymer, and sodium hydroxide chemicals are used in the treatment process. Equipment used includes pumps, motors, hand and power tools, valves, drives, meters, tanks, compressors, telephone, and personal computer.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk throughout the storage facilities.; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds or more of the chemicals.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; and outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is frequently loud. Employees are required to wear personal protective equipment.
City of Golden is an Equal Opportunity Employer
