Wastewater Operator II

This position performs a variety of skilled work to maintain chemical feeder equipment, biological processes, motors, telemetering sensory equipment, and pumping equipment for wastewater treatment plant equipment and operations. Performs difficult technical and mechanical work in the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment and conveyance facilities. May provide direction to peers and subordinates in performing routine day-to-day work activities.

The ideal candidate would have the technical knowledge and experience in operating and maintaining a class A+ water reclamation facility. Preference will be given to those candidates who possess an ADEQ Wastewater Grade II certification as well as a CDL with tanker endorsement. The ideal candidate would also possess experience in operating centrifuges for dewatering sludge, performing / analyzing lab testing, and understand wastewater process controls.

The individual would have experience in troubleshooting wastewater process equipment (pumps, blowers, instrumentation, ect). They would be self-motivated, detail oriented and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills. Shall be able to maintain a positive attitude and represent the City of Goodyear in a professional way.

At the City of Goodyear, you will be a part of an organization that values its employees as its greatest asset. You will become part of a dedicated team of professionals that are committed to build and maintain a highly engaged workforce. You will be challenged to learn and grow in an environment that values employee development and career-building. You will thrive in a culture of innovation.

We believe that successful employees are those that possess these six core values:
Adaptability - Integrity - Initiative - Empathy - Optimism – Innovation
. Only a limited number of the most qualified applicants meeting the City's requirements will be invited for an interview. The examination process for this position will consist of a panel interview. All communication regarding application status and interview notifications will be sent via email- please monitor your junk/spam email for communication as it will come from a system generated source.

• Demonstrates a continuous effort to improve operations by streamlining work processes, decreasing turnaround times, and working cooperatively and jointly to provide efficiency and excellence in the use of City resources. Possess chemistry, biology, extended math, and other sciences and applies experience on a daily basis.
• Delivers outstanding customer service. Establishes and maintains open communication with all internal and external customers; to include co-workers, contractors, residents, and other City departments. Informs immediate supervisor of daily operations, daily lab results, important developments, and work activities.
• Adheres to industry and City safety standards, policies, practices, and procedures. Provides services in accordance with government standards such as OSHA, and MAG. Prepares and submits required safety records and reports.
• Executes routine and emergency operational, maintenance, and repair functions on equipment utilized in the wastewater reclamation division. Clarifies routine day-to-day priorities in the field. Provides input to supervisors regarding performance reviews for Wastewater I Operators.
• Conducts daily inspections of wastewater treatment facilities, aquifer recharge facilities and related equipment; takes and records various equipment and process readings; checks equipment and makes appropriate adjustments to regulate system flow and process stability; and maintains records and reports. Processes bio solids with complex equipment and assists with bio solids digestion facilities.
• Conducts and interprets wastewater process control laboratory analyses as well as permit required lab testing. Makes process control adjustments and modifications to ensure facility compliance with all permit parameters, protects the public health, and ensures system stability.
• Assumes the duties and responsibilities of the Senior Wastewater Operator as assigned during their absence.

• Formal Education/Knowledge: Work requires knowledge…