Wastewater Treatment Operator

The City of Battle Creek (“The City”) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. The City complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Performs semiskilled work as a plant operator with related work as apparent or assigned. Work performed under the limited supervision of the WWTP Operations Supervisor.

• Operates and maintains all plant processes, pumps, conveyors, blowers, chlorinators, thickening/de-watering equipment used to process wastewater and its side streams. Observes variations in operating conditions, interpret meter/gauge reading, and make appropriate settings and adjustments. Cleans, collects, and removes accumulated grit, sludge, trash, grease, or other process-related residual material from all areas of the facility.
• Collects samples of sludge, and/or wastewater for testing. May conduct tests on wastewater samples. Takes readings, submits reports, maintains logs, and keeps records on gauges, charts, flow meters and other plant processes/equipment.
• Cleans, controls, inspects, adjusts, and maintains equipment, processes, vehicles, and buildings/grounds. Cleans walkways and facility walls and floors to ensure a safe and aesthetic environment. Maintains plant yard and landscaping. Assists in snow removal activities as necessary.
• Prepares correspondence, reports, and documentation as necessary.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Up to 1 year experience in operations and maintenance of wastewater related equipment or processing equipment in a similar environment.

This work requires the regular exertion of up to 10 pounds of force, frequent exertion of up to 25 pounds of force, and occasional exertion of up to 50 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, bending, reaching, hand dexterity (grasping, holding, keyboarding, repetitive movements), reading, writing, eye-hand coordination, seeing (near and/or far, color, depth, field of vision), hearing, using the telephone, contact with government officials and the general public, working overtime, and working inside and alone.

Work regularly requires exposure to fumes or airborne particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, exposure to outdoor weather conditions and will be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment, frequently requires exposure to wet, humid conditions (non-weather), working near moving mechanical parts, working in high, precarious places, exposure to the risk of electrical shock; work is generally in a loud noise location (e.g. grounds maintenance, heavy traffic).

At the City of Battle Creek, we understand that benefits are an important part of the total compensation package. As such, we strive to offer employees a generous benefit package that provides flexibility, choice, and value, allowing employees to not only meet their needs today but to plan for a secure future.

Full-time employee benefits – Benefits vary slightly by union contract, employment agreement, or policy. For benefits specific to this role, please reach out to human resources.

• Medical
  :
  Choose from a PPO plan with Blue Cross Blue Shield of MI - Simply Blue or an HMO plan with Blue Care Network and pair your election with a Health Savings Account.
• Virtual Care
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  Included with your BCBSM and BCN health care plan.
• Dental
  : 100% employer‑paid through Blue Cross Blue Shield of MI - Simply Blue
• Life Insurance
  : 100% employer‑paid basic life insurance with AD&D benefit equal to 2X the employee’s base annual earnings up to $400,000. Limited coverage is also…