Water Reclamation Plant Operator (I, II, Iii)

Position Title:

Water Reclamation Plant Operator (I, II, III)

Job Posting Closing Date:

• OPEN UNTIL FILLED*

[Applications will be considered in the order they are submitted.]

The Provo Water Reclamation Plant is hiring for a worker to assist in its operations and maintenance areas or as a millwright technician. Civic-minded individuals interested in supporting the City's water services are strongly encouraged to apply.

Provo City offers competitive pay; paid leaves, including vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, and parental leaves; generous employer-paid health insurance; retirement and pension plans, and regular review of compensation practices to remain competitive with the local market. Most positions allow for 4-10-hour shift work (Monday

• Thursday 7:00 a.m.

• 6:00 p.m.).

Job Details

Application Review Process: This position is open until filled and will be closed when sufficient, qualified applications to proceed with a competitive selection process have been received. Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted. Applicants must meet the minimum requirements listed below to be eligible for consideration.

Pay Rate: (G26, 27, 28) $23.89 - $36.31 per hour (depending on experience)

Essential Duties:

• Assist with plant operations and processes involving preliminary treatment, primary sedimentation, filtering, sludge, solids, disinfection, digestion, and disposal.

• Maintain systems, processes, and records in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.

• Clean and maintain machinery, equipment, lab space, and grounds.

• Prioritize preventative maintenance.

• Interpret data, diagnose issues, and develop solutions.

• Assist with training and supervision of other operators.

• Assist others as needed and perform other job duties as required.

Minimum Requirements:

At all levels:

• A high school diploma or equivalent (GED).

• A valid, lawful Commercial Driver License (CDL) .

• Additional education may be substituted for experience as allowed by the State of Utah to qualify for unrestricted wastewater operator certification.

Operator I:

• One year of wastewater operator experience.

• AND Unrestricted Grade I Utah Wastewater Treatment Operator Certification.

Operator II:

• Two years of wastewater operator experience

• AND Unrestricted Grade II Utah Wastewater Treatment Operator Certification.

• OR Grade I Wastewater Treatment Operator certificate and 4 years of water/wastewater operator experience with Division Director approval.

Operator III:

• Four years of wastewater operator experience

• AND Unrestricted Grade III Utah Wastewater Systems Operator Certification.

• OR Grade | Wastewater Treatment Operator certificate and 6 years of water/wastewater operator experience with Division Director approval.

Pre-employment Screening: Prior to appointment, applicant will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

For the full classification specifications click below.

Operator I

Operator II

Operator III

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40