WATER PLANT OPERATOR I
City of Salina, Kansas
Utilities Department
Apply: jobs.salina-ks.gov
The Water Plant Operator I role at the City of Salina is a pivotal position within the Utilities Department. This exciting opportunity involves skilled work in operating an advanced water treatment plant, which is crucial to ensuring the community has access to clean & safe water. The Water Plant Operator I is at the heart of sustaining Salina's vital water infrastructure, directly contributing to the community's health & well-being. This position is a rewarding & highly impactful role offering a meaningful career path.
Career Advancement: Water Plant Operator II, Senior Plant Operator
On-the-Job Training: Training is performed by experienced staff, aimed at equipping new operators with crucial skills & knowledge. This training emphasizes the operation & maintenance of advanced water treatment systems, catering to the unique requirements of the plant. Trainees learn through hands-on experience, guided by seasoned operators who share insights & best practices gained from years of service.
Duties:
· Performs skilled work in the operation of an advanced water treatment plant, distribution system.
· Works varied shifts including 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., 12:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m., 12:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., including some weekends.
· Keeps daily logs of shift operations; utilizes monitoring equipment & maintains records.
· Draws samples for laboratory analysis.
· Performs preventive maintenance on equipment.
· Performs custodial work such as cleaning, painting & mowing.
· Receives & addresses customer concerns.
· Performs overtime as needed & other duties as assigned.
Education:
· High school diploma or G.E.D.
· Kansas Class I Water Supply System Operator Certificate or must obtain within two (2) years from employment start date.
Experience:
· Two (2) years of mechanical & electrical equipment maintenance, or related work preferred.
Requirements:
· Must live within 40 minutes response time.
· Must possess valid Kansas driver’s license.
Work Type:
· Heavy, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
· Heavy lifting & manual labor.
Equipment:
· Computer, hand & power tools, Lockout/Tag-out equipment, telephone, test equipment, trucks, & vehicles.
Hours:
· Works on shift: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; 12:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m.; 12:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
· Includes some weekends.
Starting Pay DOQ EOE:
· $23.99-25.19/hr.
· $49,899-52,395/yr.
· Additional $1.50/hour paid for hours worked after 6:00 p.m. & before 6:00 a.m.
Paid Time Off:
• 48 hours of vacation available upon hire; additional 48 hours earned during the year (96 hours in first year).
• 96 hours of sick leave during first year.
Application Deadline: Until filled
Apply: jobs.salina-ks.gov
