Operator in Training - Water
Cityofattleboro, Attleboro, MA, United States
Operator in Training
The City of Attleboro Water Treatment Plant seeks an Operator in Training who assists Water Operators in the operation of the Water Treatment Plant facility and performs other routine laborer duties in relation to the operation of the plant.
Responsibilities
Operate and maintain equipment including pumps, screens, and grease collectors
Clean pumps and sediment screens; clean building interiors and exteriors
Check substations, dams, standpipes, and reservoirs
Operate valves, sluice gates, sludge gates, and related equipment
Check watershed levels and make proper adjustments to prevent loss of water
Conduct security checks at Water Department properties
Record hourly chlorine, pH, turbidity, and storage tank levels; rate chemical pumps
Calibrate lab equipment
Receive bulk chemical deliveries at the Wading River Plant once Grade T1 license is obtained
Perform bacteria sampling and other minor lab duties
Takes public phone calls and complaints during emergency water breaks and assists road crew if necessary
May be required to participate in City snow and ice removal programs
Perform related duties as required
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required
Valid state driver’s license
Must obtain a Grade T-1 license within one year of employment
Must obtain a Grade T-3 license within one year of becoming eligible under Massachusetts state guidelines
Significant physical effort required; must be able to walk and stand for most of the work day; position requires bending, stooping, and lifting up to 100 pounds
Exposure to chemicals, toxic substances, and plants
Must be able to work any shift in 24/7 operation of the plant
Ability to read and follow instructions and SDS sheets
Good basic math skills
Good communication skills
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The City of Attleboro Water Treatment Plant seeks an Operator in Training who assists Water Operators in the operation of the Water Treatment Plant facility and performs other routine laborer duties in relation to the operation of the plant.
Responsibilities
Operate and maintain equipment including pumps, screens, and grease collectors
Clean pumps and sediment screens; clean building interiors and exteriors
Check substations, dams, standpipes, and reservoirs
Operate valves, sluice gates, sludge gates, and related equipment
Check watershed levels and make proper adjustments to prevent loss of water
Conduct security checks at Water Department properties
Record hourly chlorine, pH, turbidity, and storage tank levels; rate chemical pumps
Calibrate lab equipment
Receive bulk chemical deliveries at the Wading River Plant once Grade T1 license is obtained
Perform bacteria sampling and other minor lab duties
Takes public phone calls and complaints during emergency water breaks and assists road crew if necessary
May be required to participate in City snow and ice removal programs
Perform related duties as required
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required
Valid state driver’s license
Must obtain a Grade T-1 license within one year of employment
Must obtain a Grade T-3 license within one year of becoming eligible under Massachusetts state guidelines
Significant physical effort required; must be able to walk and stand for most of the work day; position requires bending, stooping, and lifting up to 100 pounds
Exposure to chemicals, toxic substances, and plants
Must be able to work any shift in 24/7 operation of the plant
Ability to read and follow instructions and SDS sheets
Good basic math skills
Good communication skills
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