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Wastewater Plant Operator I

DEPARTMENT:                  Public Works

POSITION TITLE:              Wastewater Plant Operator I

CLASSIFICATION LEVEL: 8 

SALARY RANGE:               $38,099 to $44,295

 

QUALIFICATIONS:            Applicants must have graduated from high school or earned a GED.  Advanced training in wastewater treatment plant operations, pumps, motors or other skilled trade is desirable.  Must have three years of experience in the maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment, and the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant, one year of formal training in wastewater treatment, and a valid Grade II NH wastewater treatment plant license or the ability to acquire appropriate licensing within 18 months from the date of original appointment.  Must possess a valid commercial drivers license, class B with Tanker Endorsement and Airbrakes within 6 months, and have no offenses which would prohibit or restrict insurability by any insurance carrier providing coverage to the City.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:    

  1. Assist in the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment plants, machinery and equipment according to approved performance standards for which the operating unit is responsible.
  2. Treat wastewater, cleaning and maintaining treatment plant facilities, wells, pumping stations and equipment, and tanks.
  3. Perform preventative maintenance and repair work.
  4. Performs routine laboratory analysis for control of treatment process.
  5. Operates the wastewater treatment and pumping stations using the SCADA system.<

SCOPE OF EXAMINATION:

Competitive Examination which includes a personal interview
Finalist must complete pre-employment screening, drug testing, physical & background check.

      
APPLY TO:

Dianna Fogarty
Human Resources Director
City of Portsmouth
1 Junkins Avenue
Portsmouth, NH  03801

(603) 610 - 7270

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The City of Portsmouth is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

DATE POSTED: November 6, 2009

CLOSING DATE: Until Filled