Water Plant Operator I​/II

This is technical work assuring the proper and effective operation of a water treatment or pumping plant on an assigned shift.  Work is performed under the general supervision of a shift supervisor or other supervisor or superintendent.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

* Assures the proper effective operation of the water treatment or pumping plant on an assigned shift.

* Makes periodic rounds of treatment plant observing operating conditions and recording meter and gauge readings; takes water samples and performs laboratory tests.

* Records data from meters, gauges, control panels; adjusts chemical feed as instructed.

* Backwashes filters and cleans basins, handles bleach in a safe, effective manner and assures proper working order of sodium hypochlorite (bleach) related equipment.

* Adjusts fluoride feed pumps and records tank levels.

* Inspects and adjusts equipment.

* Cleans and maintains treatment plant, pumping stations and wells; prepares and paints equipment, walls, floors and the like; washes, waxes, buffs floors; empties trash; cleans and sanitizes bathroom fixtures, drinking fountain, sinks and the like; dusts furniture, shelves, counters and the like.

* Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required

Education and Experience

* High school diploma (or GED equivalent)

* -AND-
- * Experience related to water treatment activities

* -OR-
- * Any equivalent combination of training and experience

Preffered Licenses or Certifications

* State of Michigan EGLE F-4 or S-4

We

Offer:

* Medical, Dental, and Vision starting on Day 1

* 6% employee 401a contribution with employer matching (6% or 7% based on bargaining unit)

* Employee & Employer contributions to Retiree Health Savings Account

* Voluntary benefits such as term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, accidental insurance, disability insurance, and deferred compensation plan options

* Twelve Paid Holidays

* Paid Vacation and Sick Time

* Paid Parking (if applicable)

* Employee Home Ownership Incentive

* Tuition Reimbursement and professional development opportunities

* Paid Parental Leave

* Employee Assistance Program with free mental health counseling

* Comprehensive Wellness program with a health and wellness incentive

* Employee Discounts and Perks

Should an applicant need any disability related accommodation or other consideration in the application or selection process, please notify the human resources department upon submittal of application

The City of Grand Rapids does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

Please Note:

This position is subject to the provisions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement and all relevant civil service rules.  For additional information, links to union agreement and Civil Service Rules are provided below.  

Collective Bargaining Agreements

Civil Service Rules