GRADE IV OPERATOR - ALABASTER WATER

Starting Rate: $33.03 per hour — Step 8
Schedule: 7 Days On / 7 Days Off
Employment Status: Full-Time

POSITION SUMMARY

The City of Alabaster is seeking an experienced and highly qualified Grade IV Operator to join Alabaster Water.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

The Grade IV Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of water facilities and associated equipment. Essential responsibilities include:

Operates, monitors, and maintains water plant systems and equipment.
Monitors treatment processes and makes appropriate operational adjustments to maintain efficient plant performance and regulatory compliance.
Performs routine sampling, testing, process-control analysis, and equipment inspections.
Monitors pumps, motors, chemical feed systems, generators, instrumentation, alarms, and SCADA systems.
Maintains knowledge of applicable ADEM and EPA regulations, permit requirements, and treatment standards.
Reviews operational data and identifies conditions requiring corrective action or adjustments to treatment processes.
Performs routine equipment calibration and preventative maintenance activities.
Maintains accurate operating logs, testing records, inspection reports, and other required regulatory documentation.
Assists in identifying and responding to equipment failures, process abnormalities, alarms, and emergency conditions.
Follows established safety procedures and promotes a safe working environment.
Performs other related duties as assigned to support operations.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Active Alabama Grade IV Water Operator Certification required
Ability to maintain accurate operational and regulatory records.
Ability to safely operate and maintain equipment.
Must be able to work the assigned 7-on/7-off schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
Must be available for emergency response and additional work assignments as operational needs require.

WHY JOIN OUR ELITE TEAM?

Consistent merit step increases and COLA adjustments approved by City Council
Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance with the City paying 90% of the premium
Tier 1 retirement benefits provided to Tier 2 employees
Out-of-Zone waiver for Alabaster City Schools for eligible dependents
City-paid Life and AD&D insurance
Additional voluntary benefit options
13 paid holidays per year, plus vacation and sick leave
Supportive leadership and team environment
Stable public-sector career serving the Alabaster community

JOIN ALABASTER WATER

Bring your experience and technical expertise to a team committed to providing dependable, environmentally responsible wastewater services to the community.

City of Alabaster
Making a Difference in the Community We Serve!

The City of Alabaster is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an Alabama Drug-Free Workplace.

I corrected the original essential duties because they described drinking-water production, water quality, tanks, wells, and wholesale water purchases, which would not align with a Wastewater Grade IV posting.

City of Alabaster

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