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Public Works Department – Water Treatment Plant Operator

The City of Charleston Public Works Department is seeking candidates to fill a Water Treatment Operator position. This position is full-time with a starting wage of $19.79 - $20.96 per hour after 6 months. Wages incrementally increase as defined by union contract. The City offers a comprehensive benefits package, including an IMRF defined pension plan. This posting will remain open until the position is filled.

The Water Treatment Plant is a 24/7 operation. The new Operator needs to have availability to work shift work of 7am – 3pm Sunday - Thursday.

The successful candidate must complete a post offer physical, drug/alcohol test and background screening.

Within 3 year of hire, candidate must obtain Class C water operator license.

Operates the water treatment plant including related subsystems and instrumentation according to set procedures and/or directions from a supervisor
Monitors the treatment process from the control board /computer screen; monitors various treatment processes including coagulant feed, rapid mix, flocculation, sedimentation, filtration, and disinfection; monitors the addition of chemicals added for corrosion control and dental caries prevention
Monitors water quality by performing laboratory tests at various stages in the treatment process; tests may include but are not limited to chlorine residual, fluoride residual, pH, turbidity, hardness, alkalinity, odors, and other tests as necessary to maintain water quality; calibrates laboratory equipment; maintains laboratory records
Determines chemical dosage based on preset directives and makes adjustments to plant processes as necessary
Reads gauges and meters; interprets data to maintain the proper treatment process, proper distribution operation, security, and alarm status; makes flow adjustments
Operates pumps, valves, and equipment manually or utilizing a SCADA system; monitors systems for alarms, make adjustments, and provides appropriate response; notifies water supervisors or other personnel as necessary to respond to problems
Operates mechanical equipment including pumps and motors, chemical feed pumps and systems, air compressors, and manual, electrical, and pneumatically operated valves; operates hand and power tools; operates a light truck
Monitors chemical feed equipment; reports problems and may perform maintenance on chemical piping system under direction of a supervisor; participates in calibration of chemical feed equipment
Maintains operational logs and records
Makes visual inspections; monitors facilities and grounds to insure adequate security
Performs preventative and predictive maintenance on treatment plant equipment as assigned
Operates the City’s water distribution system including reservoirs/towers; ensures adequate availability and pressure to all service connection
Performs appropriate procedures and responds to emergencies and spills including those involving hazardous materials as required
Performs other duties as assigned
Proven reliable and dependable
Must be 18 years of age
Possess a valid Illinois driver’s license
High school diploma or equivalent
Pass an extensive background investigation and drug screen
Knowledge in methods of basic maintenance and repair principles and practices including preventative maintenance
Knowledge of basic principles of math and chemistry
Ability to read and interpret gauges, recording devices and related monitoring systems
Troubleshooting skills, eager to learn
Possess safety awareness
Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF)
Personal Leave Accruals - 24 hours per year
Vacation Leave Accruals - 40 hours first year, 80 hours second year
Sick Leave Accruals - 6 hours per month
11 Paid Holidays per year
$100 Safety shoe allowance and uniforms provided
Employee voluntary deferred compensation plan
Employee voluntary flex spending and dependent care options
BCBS PPO health insurance and HDHP health insurance
Health Savings Account employer contributions - $500 single and $1,000 plus one or family
Delta Dental - employee paid
VSP Vision - employee paid
Aflac options

Apply online at www.charlestonillinois.org. For free internet access, please visit Charleston Carnegie Library. EEO/AA.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.17 - $22.42 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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Water Treatment Operator