An Assistant Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator participates in the operation, maintenance and repair of various wastewater treatment and tributary pumping plants for training and developmental purposes; performs progressively difficult tasks to prepare for eventual operator certification; and performs other related duties as required.

Current Vacancy Information

There are 2 vacancies at various wastewater treatment plant locations across Oahu with the Department of Environmental Services, Wastewater Treatment and Disposal Division. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Assists and/or participates in the operation and maintenance of various Wastewater Treatment and Wastewater Pumping Plants.
Assists in the installation, overhaul, repair, and testing of Wastewater Treatment and Pumping Plant equipment.
Performs progressively difficult tasks individually, and under the direction and/or guidance of higher level operators and/or supervisors, for training and development purposes and to qualify for certification.
Work schedule includes shift, weekend, and holiday work as required.
Required to respond to and work during emergencies and overtime conditions due to manpower shortages.

Special Working Conditions: Exposure to active machinery, high voltages, depths and heights, toxic and explosive gases, high pressure fluid systems, and disease-bearing wastewater. Works in obnoxious, filthy and hazardous environment.

If you qualify for the position, your name will be placed on an eligible list for further consideration. This list may be used to fill current and future permanent and temporary vacancies in this department at various wastewater treatment plant locations according to operational needs.

City and County of Honolulu

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