Treatment plant operator

City of Chicopee

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Position:*
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

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Department: *DPW - Wastewater
Employment Status: Non-Exempt; UFCW 1459 Laborers; Full-Time
(40 Hours/Week )
Salary : Grade 10L: Step 05 – Step 08, $22.52/Hour - $26.29/Hour
Schedule : Sun – 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM; Mon-Thu - 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Certifications/Licenses Required: Valid Massachusetts Class D Driver’s License, Must obtain a Massachusetts Grade 3 WWTP Operator's License within three (3*) months of hire, Must* obtain Grade SC WWTP Operator's License within six (6) months of hire.

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SUMMARY*

The City of Chicopee’s Department of Public Works – Water Pollution Control Division is hiring a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator who will be responsible for supervising, participating in the operation and maintenance in all areas of the Public Utilities division of the DPW including but not limited to; pump stations, WWTP treatment plant, combined sewer over flow (CSO) treatment facilities, flood control facilities, and storm water detention facilities Operates sewage treatment, sludge processing, pump stations, combined sewer overflow (CSO) treatment facilities and disposal equipment in accordance with all applicable Local, State,
and Federal regulations.

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE:*

• Monitors control panels and adjust valves and gates manually or by remote control to regulate flow of sewage and ensure compliance with the Cities NPDES permit.
• Observes variations in operating conditions and interprets meter and gauge readings and tests results to determine and make operational adjustments to processes.
• Starts and stops pumps, engines, and generators to control flow of raw sewage through unit processes such as filtering, settling, aeration, chlorination, screening, pumping, and sludge processing for disposal.
• Maintains log of operations and records meter and gauge readings and makes adjustments as indicated.
• Checks machinery and equipment for malfunctions; conducts regular preventive maintenance; repairs, cleaning, painting and overhauls machinery and equipment including alarms, CSOs facilities, pump stations, flood control, WWTP facility, and meters gauges readings and power generating equipment.
• Gather information, update, input to computerized databases, and review for optimization of operations and maintenance records. This includes but not limited to, daily operator readings, laboratory results, sludge production, odor control, chemical usages, field results, operator observations, chemical and equipment inventory, equipment history, equipment repair and preventative maintenance.
• Make (RTU) Remote terminal unit/Scada daily checks, also dry weather overflow (DWO) and CSO checks when required.
• Accept chemical deliveries to ensure all off-loading is performed to City standards.
• Observe all confined space entry requirements.

(See attached for full job description)

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QUALIFICATIONS*

• One (1*) year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six (3-6) months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Preference will be given to candidates with industrial workplace experience, a basic knowledge of equipment service/repair, and those who demonstrate a high mechanical aptitude. - Required*
• Valid Massachusetts Class D Driver’s License. – Required
• Must obtain a Massachusetts Grade 3 WWTP Operator's License within three (3*) months of hire. - Required*
• Must obtain Grade SC WWTP Operator's License within six (6*) months of hire. - Required*

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BENEFITS*

The City of Chicopee provides its employees (contingent upon employment status) with a robust benefits package which include the following:

Recurring Sick Time,
Vacation,
Thirteen Holidays Per Year,
Retirement Plan, and more…

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HOW TO APPLY*

If this opportunity aligns with your skills, experience, and employment goals, apply today through one of the following:

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‘I *ndeed Apply ’
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Select: “ D* ownload Application” *under “Tools”

Human Resources Department
Chicopee City Hall – 1st Floor
274 Front Street
Chicopee, MA, 01013

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Questions?*
Phone: (413) 594-1510
Email: [email protected]

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The City of Chicopee is an Equal Opportunity Employer_*.

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• MA Class D Driver's License (Required)
• MA Grade 3 WWTP Operator's License (Required)
• Grade SC WWTP Operator's License (Required)

Work Location: In person