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SalaryABOUT THE POSITION
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As the Wastewater Systems Operator Apprentice, you will:
- Assist and operate specialized equipment, machines, and vehicles to install, clean, maintain, and repair water lines, fixtures, and equipment.
- Assist and install, adjust, and test flow, sampling, and metering equipment.
- Assist in monitoring water wells, tests water chlorine, and collects/records daily meter readings.
- Assist in maintenance and monitoring booster station, pumps, chlorinators, generators, pressure tanks, and related equipment.
- Assist with collecting, labels, and documents water samples for laboratory testing and performs simple tests on water.
- Assist with installing water meters and fire hydrants.
- Assist with the operation, maintenance and control of wastewater treatment plant including the operation of valves, gates, pumps and machinery.
- Assist with ensuring treatment plant operations are performed in accordance with quality standards, and safety regulations and procedures; and that they meet Local, State and Federal regulations pertaining to treatment of sanitary wastewater.
- Assist with sampling (Jar test) the influent and effluent at various stages of processing and identify problems and ensuring proper and efficient operation of the treatment plant.
- Assist with observing variations in operating conditions, interpreting meter and gauge readings, and reporting abnormalities to Supervisor/Chief Operator.
- Assist senior level operators and mechanics to resolve operational problems.
- Assist with conducting basic electrical and mechanical troubleshooting.
- Assist with cleaning and maintaining plant work areas, tools and equipment and collect samples as instructed.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
Possess the knowledge of:
- Methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in installing and repairing water mains and related fittings.
- Operation of water distribution systems.
- Heavy equipment operation and maintenance.
- Water sampling techniques.
- Occupational hazards and safety procedures.
- Use and proper disposal of disinfectants, oxidizing agents, pesticides, and hazardous materials.
Has the ability to:
- Understand and follow written and oral instructions.
- Install and repair water lines and related fixtures and equipment.
- Service, maintain, and adjust water equipment.
- Use mechanical tools and heavy equipment.
- Collect, label, and test water samples.
- Perform operator-level service and maintenance of assigned vehicles and equipment.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
REQUIRED: all requirements must be maintained throughout employment
- Residency in the United States and within 25 miles of the City of San Luis;
- A valid Arizona Driver’s License at the time of appointment
Education, Certifications, Training and Experience
- A high school diploma or GED equivalent.
DESIRED/PREFERRED:
- Commercial license (A or B).
- Backhoe and/or electrical experience.
- Bilingual in Spanish.
- San Luis residency.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
- OPEN UNTIL FILLED -
The City of San Luis is committed to Professional Growth and Career Development
Applications received will be reviewed every Friday.Candidates deemed to have the most relevant backgrounds will be invited to participate in the interview/assessment process.
Current employees may be given preferred consideration if they meet the position's minimum requirements.
