Job Information
City of Independence Water Plant Operator Trainee in Independence, Kansas
This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13433184
Water Plant Operator Trainee
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Basic Function
Under direction, on an assigned shift, maintains and operates a water plant and assists in the care and maintenance of plant equipment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Installs, repairs, and locates water and sewer mains and lines
Maintains operation of the water treatment plant
Reads, maintains, repairs, tests, and replaces water meters
Turns on and off water service
Maintains and repairs water pumps and service stations
Helps maintain plant buildings and grounds
Performs additional duties as assigned
Qualifications
Knowledge of methods and tools used to read, repair, and operate water meters
Ability to assist in the repair and overhaul of plant equipment
Ability to read gauges and recording devices
Ability to keep routine records
Ability to use a wide variety of hand tools
Ability to follow written and oral directions
Ability to make arithmetic calculations
Education and Experience
Completion of high school or GED
Two years experience applying mechanical knowledge or the principles of chemistry preferred
Special Requirements
A current Kansas drivers license
Must become certified as a Kansas Class I Water Treatment Operator within eighteen months of employment
Compliance with state mandated continuing education requirements
Must be available to work nights, in shifts, overtime, and weekends
Physical Requirements
Intense physical effort is required. Individual must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, carry, push, pull, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, handle, grasp, speak, and listen for extended periods of time.
Working Conditions
Work involves some exposure to moderate risk of accident and requires following basic safety precautions.
SALARY RANGE: The starting salary for this position is \$16.99 per hour plus benefits.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until Filled.