Introduction Under direct oversight from Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II or III, the W/WW Treatment Plant Apprentice performs a variety of skilled work in the operation and maintenance of the City's water or wastewater treatment plant equipment and processes.
The Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Apprenticeship classification is intended as a two year training program within the Water Resources Department. Upon satisfactory completion of the two year program, the successful candidate will be fully qualified as a Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II, capable of assuming all duties and responsibilities associated with operation of the treatment works within the Water Resources Division.
Please note:
- There are two positions available; one in Water Treatment and one in Wastewater Treatment.
- This position will be required to work various shifts to include nights, weekends, and holidays.
Starting salary is $20.18/hour
Incremental increases based on strict performance goals outlined within the Apprenticeship program: - Approximately 6 months from hire date increase to $20.90/hour
- Approximately 12 months from hire date increase to $21.94/hour
- Approximately 18 months from hire date increase to $23.90/hour
Those who meet the minimum qualifications for this position may be invited to an Information Session. More information about the sessions will be provided to those who meet the minimum qualifications at a later date. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience: - No experience required for this position.
- A High School diploma or General Education Development (GED) certificate.
- Satisfactory completion (C or above) in two or more of the following areas: science, biology, chemistry, or related field at the high school or college level from an accredited educational institution.
- Satisfactory completion (C or above) of MAT 102 and ENG 101 or higher at the high school or college level administered by an accredited educational institution.
Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements:All Assignments:- Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver's license with no major citations within the past 39 months prior to the start date. The Arizona Department of Motor Vehicles requires that out-of-state driver's licenses must be surrendered within 10 days of relocating to the State of Arizona.
- This position requires satisfactory results of a pre-employment drug screen and a pre-employment medical exam that includes an audiogram and vision test, and depending on assignment, a pulmonary/respiratory exam.
- Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.
Must meet the following conditions within 24 months as written within an approved performance plan:
- Obtain a Grade 2 in Water Treatment or Wastewater Treatment from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ).
- Obtain Wastewater or Water Treatment Plant Operation Specialist Certification from California State University Sacramento Office of Water Programs.
- Complete 40-hour HAZWOPER training.
- Complete CPR/AED training.
- Complete all necessary safety training as written in performance plan or assigned.
- Complete 2,000 hours of on the job contact training hours as specifically detailed in assigned Performance Plan.
- Must maintain performance level achieving all performance expectations as outlined to remain within the Apprenticeship Program and be eligible for assignment to the position of a Water or Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II.
Water Assignment:- Must obtain a Grade I operator certification from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality within the discipline of Water Treatment within 12 months of hire or promotion.
Wastewater Assignment:- Must obtain a Grade I operator certification from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality within the discipline of Wastewater Treatment within 12 months of hire or promotion.
Essential Functions Performs duties and responsibilities commensurate with assigned functional area within a Division which may include, but are not limited to, any combination of the following:
- Maintains and operates plant equipment and processes related to water or wastewater treatment systems on an assigned shift. Prioritizes activities between the different treatment processes and systems, including the operation of valves, gates, pumps and machinery manually, locally in automatic mode or remote via computerized control strategy.
- Samples and analyzes influents/effluents, source water/product water, feed water and permeate to detect quality variations, interpret laboratory results, reading sheets, process tests, computerized data and information trends to identify variations in flow and water quality and make appropriate changes.
- Oversees operation of an assigned treatment facility to maintain day to day operation necessary to meet all required Local, State and Federal regulations pertaining to the production of reuse, ground injection or potable water and comply with prescribed operating and safety standards.
- Uses a variety of standard testing procedures to determine problems and any adjustments needed in the treatment process.
- Conducts tours of facilities; responds to plant emergencies; and maintains a safe, clean and orderly work environment.
- Performs and assists maintenance staff and basic facility maintenance of assigned facility as directed.
- Drives a city vehicle between the different treatment facilities and systems to operate and maintain plant equipment and processes, including the operation of valves, gates, pumps, and machinery manually, locally in automatic mode as well as remote via computerized control strategy.
Work Environment/Physical Demands The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position or that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Most work is performed in plant/field settings, with occasional work done in an office environment.
- Operate equipment used in a modern water or wastewater treatment plant.
- Perform laboratory procedures and maintenance functions requiring manual dexterity and precision movements.
- Works with highly hazardous chemicals such as chlorine, sulfuric acid and sulfur dioxide following strict ADOSH and Water Resources departmental guidelines.
- Operate a variety of equipment and machinery requiring continuous or repetitive arm and hand movements.
- Enter data into a terminal to calculate chemical usage.
- Use common hand tools such as: hammers, screwdrivers and pliers to operate equipment and perform maintenance tasks.
- Clean work area and equipment.
- Work around or uses potentially hazardous materials requiring the use of specialized equipment.
- Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds for distances up to 25 feet.
- Perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth and visual cues or signals.
- Exert moderate, though not constant physical effort, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, climbing stairs, lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling.
- Visual and muscular dexterity to operate a motor vehicle, equipment, hand tools and computer.
- Seldom sedentary and includes walking or moving. Work sometimes involves climbing elevations; requires moderate muscular exertion and lifting.
- Moderate exposure to dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, temperature and noise extremes, fumes, hazardous materials, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, water hazards, bright/dim light, toxic agents, disease or pathogenic substances.
- Operate a variety of standard office equipment including a computer terminal, telephone, 10-key calculator, copy and fax machine requiring continuous and repetitive arm, hand and eye movement.
- Drive a city vehicle between the different treatment facilities and systems.
- Work rotating shifts, weekends and a call-out schedule.
To view the full job description, work environment and physical demands, click here .Benefits Highlights:The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
• 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday
• Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month
• Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
• Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits
• City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.29% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
• Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457
• Pet Insurance
• Bilingual pay compensation
Please visit the Benefits Information page for more information.Selection Process:The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible.
DO NOT state "See Resume" in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process.
Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process that may include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening that may include:
• Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database
• Criminal Background screening
• Drug Screen
• 39-Month Motor Vehicle Department Records Check
The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice.PLEASE NOTE: Years of experience are based on a work schedule of 2,080 hours per year for full-time positions and 1,040 hours per year for part-time positions, and while work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis, depending upon the job classification, education may not be substituted for work experience.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.
When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR at (480) 312-2491.
This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change .
Closing Date/Time: Continuous
