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Form of workSalary: $5,034.00 Monthly
Location : Oahu, HI
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 182234
Department: Department of Environmental Services
Division: Wastewater Treatment & Disposal
Opening Date: 01/31/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Information
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 8 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:
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.
Additional Job Information
Applications must be submitted online at to be accepted.
Some notifications will be sent via e-mail. You are responsible for monitoring instructions and correspondence from this office by checking your email account in a timely manner. To ensure proper delivery, please make sure you:
- use a valid e-mail account;
- verify your e-mail address is entered correctly on your GovernmentJobs account;
- are subscribed to email notices;
- check your spam folders; and
- add and to your contact list.
Notifications may also be sent via text message if opted into the service. Data and text messaging fees apply.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:Graduation from high school or equivalent, satisfactory to the State Board of Certification of Operating Personnel in Wastewater Plants.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Experience and/or training of sufficient scope and quality to show competence in assisting in the operation and/or maintenance of pumping plant, marine engine room, power plant or related industrial-type equipment.
Such experience must have demonstrated the knowledge of the practices and procedures used in the operation and maintenance of common plant equipment such as pumps, valves, motors, blowers, meters, gauges, etc.; hazards and safety practices involved in working around high voltage equipment and moving machinery; and the ability to operate, monitor, and maintain electrical pumping units and auxiliary equipment common to industrial-type plants; open and close valves as directed; read meters and gauges, record readings, and maintain operational records; make necessary arithmetical computations; read and comprehend written materials; learn technical and specialized processes pertinent to WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT work, including required laboratory analyses; use common hand tools; understand and follow oral and written instructions; work harmoniously with others; and handle weights and loads.
Examples of Qualifying Experience: Marine machining, marine engine room tending, boiler tending, tank farms (oil or gas) tending, pumping equipment installing, aircraft mechanic, automotive mechanic, sugar mills or any comparable stationary equipment repair.
Examples of Qualifying Training: Certificate of Participation/Proficiency in Process Technology; Associate of Science in Automotive or Diesel Mechanic Technology.
Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at a regionally-accredited college/university in the United States. In order to receive credit for the education, a foreign credential evaluation (FCE) must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript.
Verification Requirement: You must submit evidence of your certificate of participation/proficiency or education In order to be given credit. Please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal or applicable FCE to your application. Or mail a photocopy of your documents to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. Copies will not be returned. All information on your documentation must be legible and complete in order to be given credit.
LICENSE REQUIREMENT:
1. Valid driver's license (Type 3/automobile), prior to appointment; and
2. Temporary Hawaii Mandatory Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate, prior to completion of probation.
The above license and certificate must be maintained on a current basis thereafter as a condition of employment.
Examination Process
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION:
In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications, your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality and quantity of your training, education, experience and/or other related job requirements and competencies applicable to the position. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score.
EXAMINATION WEIGHT:
Training and Experience Evaluation..........................................100%
What are the benefits of being a City Employee?
-- Vacation: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
-- Sick Leave: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
-- Holidays: 13 days a year; 14 days during election years.
-- Training and Development: Computer, career, and personal enhancement courses are offered; curriculum designed for employee, supervisory, and management development.
-- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Care: Various health insurance plans are available. Premiums are subsidized by the City and deductible from pre-tax income for participants of the Premium Conversion Plan (PCP).
-- Group Life Insurance: No cost for eligible employees.
-- Deferred Compensation Plan: Invest in your future...choose to defer part of your pre-tax income for retirement.
-- Retirement Plan: The Employees' Retirement System (ERS) of the State of Hawaii administers retirement benefits for State and County employees. Employee contribution required.
-- Commuter Choice Pre-Tax Benefits: Employees may designate certain transportation expenses (TheBus, LOTMA, Vanpool Hawaii, etc.) as a pre-tax item
-- Parking: Some job locations offer parking on-site; others may have access to parking at low monthly rates.
-- Direct Deposit: Direct deposit of paychecks to a designated financial institution is available.
-- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential, professional counseling and resource referral.
-- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: A federal program forgiving the balance of federal student loans for individuals working in public service. For program requirements and additional information, please visit:
To view additional information, please visit our page.
* All benefits as stated above, are subject to eligibility requirements and to legislative and/or negotiated changes. Individuals are responsible for any related fees or charges that may apply.
01
When applying for this position, please thoroughly complete the Education, Work Experience, and Supplemental Question sections of your application. The information provided in these sections, particularly the subsequent job-specific Supplemental Questions, will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements for the job and your final score. Failure to provide detailed and complete information or submit any required documentation may result in your application being rejected or you receiving a lower score. If you have no experience in a particular area, indicate "none." Please do not submit resumes in place of completing any of these sections.
02
Describe in detail your experience assisting in the operation and/or maintenance of pumping plant, marine engine room, power plant or related industrial-type equipment.
Indicate which position listed in the Work Experience section of your application where you had such experience and include:
1) the type of facility you worked in (WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT, water TREATMENT PLANT, pumping plant, marine engine room, power plant, or industrial facility);
2) the industrial-type equipment you worked with; and
3) your specific duties and responsibilities.
If you have NO EXPERIENCE, indicate "None" or "N/A."
03
Describe in detail your experience working with pumps, motors, blowers, boilers, and various plant equipment (mechanical and electrical).
Indicate which position listed in the Work Experience section of your application where you had such experience and include:
1) the type;
2) size (inches, kilowatt);
3) power source (gas, electric, air, or diesel);
4) and whether you operated, repaired, overhauled, installed, and/or inspected/tested the mechanical and/or electrical equipment.
Examples:
1) Centrifugal Pump
2) 2,500 gallons per minute capacity
3) electric
4) repaired
1) Emergency Generator (Turbine)
2) 5,000 kilowatts
3) electric
4) inspected/tested
If you have NO EXPERIENCE, indicate "None" or "N/A."
04
Do you have a Certificate of Participation/Proficiency in Process Technology OR an AS in Automotive or Diesel Mechanic Technology?
Verification Requirement: You must submit evidence of your certificate or education in order to be given credit. Please attach an electronic copy of your certificate, diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal to your application. Or mail a photocopy of your certificate, diploma and/or official transcript to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Copies will not be returned. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted.
05
Do you have any other training or schooling that you successfully completed? Include the name of the school, course or subject title, dates attended, number of credits received or degree obtained (if applicable), and a brief description of the training.
Verification Requirement: You must submit evidence of your certificate of participation/proficiency or education In order to be given credit. Please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal or applicable FCE to your application. Or mail a photocopy of your documents to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. Copies will not be returned. All information on your documentation must be legible and complete in order to be given credit.
Required Question
Location : Oahu, HI
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 182234
Department: Department of Environmental Services
Division: Wastewater Treatment & Disposal
Opening Date: 01/31/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Information
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 8 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.
Additional Job Information
Applications must be submitted online at to be accepted.
Some notifications will be sent via e-mail. You are responsible for monitoring instructions and correspondence from this office by checking your email account in a timely manner. To ensure proper delivery, please make sure you:
- use a valid e-mail account;
- verify your e-mail address is entered correctly on your GovernmentJobs account;
- are subscribed to email notices;
- check your spam folders; and
- add and to your contact list.
Notifications may also be sent via text message if opted into the service. Data and text messaging fees apply.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:Graduation from high school or equivalent, satisfactory to the State Board of Certification of Operating Personnel in Wastewater Plants.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Experience and/or training of sufficient scope and quality to show competence in assisting in the operation and/or maintenance of pumping plant, marine engine room, power plant or related industrial-type equipment.
Such experience must have demonstrated the knowledge of the practices and procedures used in the operation and maintenance of common plant equipment such as pumps, valves, motors, blowers, meters, gauges, etc.; hazards and safety practices involved in working around high voltage equipment and moving machinery; and the ability to operate, monitor, and maintain electrical pumping units and auxiliary equipment common to industrial-type plants; open and close valves as directed; read meters and gauges, record readings, and maintain operational records; make necessary arithmetical computations; read and comprehend written materials; learn technical and specialized processes pertinent to WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT work, including required laboratory analyses; use common hand tools; understand and follow oral and written instructions; work harmoniously with others; and handle weights and loads.
Examples of Qualifying Experience: Marine machining, marine engine room tending, boiler tending, tank farms (oil or gas) tending, pumping equipment installing, aircraft mechanic, automotive mechanic, sugar mills or any comparable stationary equipment repair.
Examples of Qualifying Training: Certificate of Participation/Proficiency in Process Technology; Associate of Science in Automotive or Diesel Mechanic Technology.
Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at a regionally-accredited college/university in the United States. In order to receive credit for the education, a foreign credential evaluation (FCE) must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript.
Verification Requirement: You must submit evidence of your certificate of participation/proficiency or education In order to be given credit. Please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal or applicable FCE to your application. Or mail a photocopy of your documents to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. Copies will not be returned. All information on your documentation must be legible and complete in order to be given credit.
LICENSE REQUIREMENT:
1. Valid driver's license (Type 3/automobile), prior to appointment; and
2. Temporary Hawaii Mandatory Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate, prior to completion of probation.
The above license and certificate must be maintained on a current basis thereafter as a condition of employment.
Examination Process
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION:
In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications, your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality and quantity of your training, education, experience and/or other related job requirements and competencies applicable to the position. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score.
EXAMINATION WEIGHT:
Training and Experience Evaluation..........................................100%
What are the benefits of being a City Employee?
-- Vacation: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
-- Sick Leave: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
-- Holidays: 13 days a year; 14 days during election years.
-- Training and Development: Computer, career, and personal enhancement courses are offered; curriculum designed for employee, supervisory, and management development.
-- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Care: Various health insurance plans are available. Premiums are subsidized by the City and deductible from pre-tax income for participants of the Premium Conversion Plan (PCP).
-- Group Life Insurance: No cost for eligible employees.
-- Deferred Compensation Plan: Invest in your future...choose to defer part of your pre-tax income for retirement.
-- Retirement Plan: The Employees' Retirement System (ERS) of the State of Hawaii administers retirement benefits for State and County employees. Employee contribution required.
-- Commuter Choice Pre-Tax Benefits: Employees may designate certain transportation expenses (TheBus, LOTMA, Vanpool Hawaii, etc.) as a pre-tax item
-- Parking: Some job locations offer parking on-site; others may have access to parking at low monthly rates.
-- Direct Deposit: Direct deposit of paychecks to a designated financial institution is available.
-- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential, professional counseling and resource referral.
-- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: A federal program forgiving the balance of federal student loans for individuals working in public service. For program requirements and additional information, please visit:
To view additional information, please visit our page.
* All benefits as stated above, are subject to eligibility requirements and to legislative and/or negotiated changes. Individuals are responsible for any related fees or charges that may apply.
01
When applying for this position, please thoroughly complete the Education, Work Experience, and Supplemental Question sections of your application. The information provided in these sections, particularly the subsequent job-specific Supplemental Questions, will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements for the job and your final score. Failure to provide detailed and complete information or submit any required documentation may result in your application being rejected or you receiving a lower score. If you have no experience in a particular area, indicate "none." Please do not submit resumes in place of completing any of these sections.
- I certify that I have read and understand the above statements.
02
Describe in detail your experience assisting in the operation and/or maintenance of pumping plant, marine engine room, power plant or related industrial-type equipment.
Indicate which position listed in the Work Experience section of your application where you had such experience and include:
1) the type of facility you worked in (WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT, water TREATMENT PLANT, pumping plant, marine engine room, power plant, or industrial facility);
2) the industrial-type equipment you worked with; and
3) your specific duties and responsibilities.
If you have NO EXPERIENCE, indicate "None" or "N/A."
03
Describe in detail your experience working with pumps, motors, blowers, boilers, and various plant equipment (mechanical and electrical).
Indicate which position listed in the Work Experience section of your application where you had such experience and include:
1) the type;
2) size (inches, kilowatt);
3) power source (gas, electric, air, or diesel);
4) and whether you operated, repaired, overhauled, installed, and/or inspected/tested the mechanical and/or electrical equipment.
Examples:
1) Centrifugal Pump
2) 2,500 gallons per minute capacity
3) electric
4) repaired
1) Emergency Generator (Turbine)
2) 5,000 kilowatts
3) electric
4) inspected/tested
If you have NO EXPERIENCE, indicate "None" or "N/A."
04
Do you have a Certificate of Participation/Proficiency in Process Technology OR an AS in Automotive or Diesel Mechanic Technology?
Verification Requirement: You must submit evidence of your certificate or education in order to be given credit. Please attach an electronic copy of your certificate, diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal to your application. Or mail a photocopy of your certificate, diploma and/or official transcript to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Copies will not be returned. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted.
- Yes, I have a Certificate of Participation/Proficiency in Process Technology and will be submitting a copy.
- Yes, I have an AS in Automotive or Diesel Mechanic Technology and will be submitting a copy.
- No, I do not have either a Certificate of Participation/Proficiency in Process Technology or an AS in Automotive/Diesel Mechanic Technology.
05
Do you have any other training or schooling that you successfully completed? Include the name of the school, course or subject title, dates attended, number of credits received or degree obtained (if applicable), and a brief description of the training.
Verification Requirement: You must submit evidence of your certificate of participation/proficiency or education In order to be given credit. Please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal or applicable FCE to your application. Or mail a photocopy of your documents to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. Copies will not be returned. All information on your documentation must be legible and complete in order to be given credit.
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