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SalaryWater Treatment System Operator I
Location: Department of Public Works, Portsmouth, NH 03801
Department: Public Works
Division: Water & Sewer
Job Status: Full-Time
Shift: 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Days Worked: Mon., Tue., Wed., Thu., Fri.
Hour Per Week: 40
Status: Accepting Applications
Details: Starting pay rate is between $25.51- $28.23 an hour based on experience and certification per the AFSCME 1386A Working Agreement.
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Starting pay rate is between $25.51- $28.23 an hour based on experience and certification per the AFSCME 1386A Working Agreement.
$25.51 an hour with a New Hampshire Grade 1 Water Treatment Operator Licensee
$28.23 an hour with a New Hampshire Grade 2 Water Treatment Operator License
$34.31 an hour after 42 months of service with a Grade 2 Water Treatment Operator License
As part of the team, each person will be required to be part of a rotating on call schedule; generous compensation is provided for being on call and all emergency call-in events are paid at an overtime rate.
Detailed information about the AFSCME 1386A Working Agreement including salary schedule and benefits can be found here: https://www.cityofportsmouth.com/hr/employment-contracts
The City offers a generous compensation and benefits package that includes retirement, paid time off including vacation, holidays, medical & dental insurance, flexible spending account, professional development, career growth, longevity incentives, and more!
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We welcome diverse and non-traditional backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don’t satisfy every single bullet on this list.
The purpose of this position is to assist, individually and with others, in the operation and maintenance of Water Treatment facilities according to approved performance and regulatory standards for which the operating unit is responsible. This includes functions such as treating water, cleaning and maintaining treatment facilities, wells, pumping stations and equipment, tanks, performing preventative maintenance and repair work, and otherwise completing assigned work. Performance is subject to review according to the City's personnel plan through observation, reports and the results achieved.
The primary location of work duties is the Water Treatment Facility in Portsmouth NH; however, daily activities typically involve multiple facilities throughout the water system distribution area.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to, or extension of, the position.
- Perform on-call duties for week-long periods at a frequency of no less than once every 6 weeks, as assigned. On-call duties are compensated at an hourly rate with additional overtime when required for on-site call-in response operations.
Qualifications
Applicants for this position must have graduated from high school or earned a graduate equivalent diploma (GED). An applicant must have three (3) years of experience in the operation and maintenance of a water system, possess a Grade I Treatment certification, and one (1) year of formal training in Water Treatment or equivalent work experience. Other advanced training in Water Treatment facility operations, pumps, motors, or other skilled trade is preferred.
Water Operator Certification must be obtained according to the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services rules for “Minimum Education and Experience Requirements for Operators,” (Env-Dw 502.18) at the level of Grade II Treatment within 36 months of the date of original appointment.
An incumbent must possess a valid driver’s license and have no offenses which would prohibit or restrict insurability by any insurance carrier providing coverage to the City. Obtaining additional certification or licensing may be required.
Full Job Description
Water Treatment System Operator I.pdf
Disclaimer
The essential functions and duties described herein are normal for this position. They are intended as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to, or extension, of the position. Other duties may be required and assigned by the supervisor.
The City of Portsmouth is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. The City is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodations, contact our Human Resources Director by phone 603-610-4478.
Application Special Instructions
Finalist must complete pre-employment screening, drug testing, & background check.
