Position Description: Duties: - Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.
- Promotes and maintains positive and effective working relationships and promotes good public relationships as a representative of Licking County Government.
- Monitors water and/or wastewater treatment equipment in order to ensure proper operation; checks chemical supply levels and replenishes as necessary.
- Assists Maintenance Operator with repairs on treatment equipment (changes oil, greases motors, pumps, chains, etc.).
- Operates and maintains water distribution and wastewater systems (pumps, compressors, electrical controls, lines, valves etc.).
- Receives and responds to emergency situations related to treatment, collection, or distribution operations. Receives and responds to telephone inquiries or service calls.
- Inspects and logs consumer meter readings for billings and water consumption information.
- Performs preventative and service maintenance and repair on departmental vehicles.
- Collects water and/or wastewater samples for purpose of analysis.
- Completes general housekeeping tasks in order to maintain facilities (cleans, paints, maintains grounds, etc.).
- Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to the essential functions of the position and all agency safety procedures
- Remains informed of current developments and procedures pertinent to duties; may be required to attend seminars/training
Brief Description: Performs necessary functions of the daily operations and maintenance of water distribution systems, sewer collection systems and water and wastewater treatment plants.
Job Prerequisites: Minimum Qualifications:One year certificate from college or technical school; and one (1) to two (2) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Class B Commercial Driver’s License with tanker and air brakes.* Physical mobility, lifting, and exposure to hazardous conditions.
*May be acquired after hire and obtained prior to the end of the probationary period.
Additional Qualifications (Agency/Dept. Qualifications):Ohio EPA Class I Water and Class I Wastewater Certificates are preferred but not required. Knowledge of basic Water & Wastewater testing is also recommended but not required. Candidates must be able to relate to the public in a professional manner. Candidate should have general knowledge of plumbing, electrical and septic tank operation. Candidate should be a fast learner and be able to adapt to changing work demands.
Compensation: Salary: $21.67
About UFA: Licking County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled
