Treatment Plant Operator Apprentice

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LOCATION:

TREATMENT PLANT

UNION:

U.W.U.A.

DATE AVAILABLE:

ASAP

SALARY:

W 2T A/B $70,848.18 - $81,662.36

Performs entry-level technical and operational work while participating in the Town of Braintree Water Apprentice Program for the Tri-Town Water Treatment Plant. Assists certified Treatment Plant Operators in the operation, monitoring, maintenance and repair of the Town's water treatment facilities and related equipment. The position is intended to provide structured classroom instruction, on-the-job training and progressive responsibility leading to qualification for the Treatment Plant Operator (W-4T) classification.

Works under the direct supervision of the Chief Treatment Plant Operator or designee. Receives detailed instruction and guidance while learning treatment plant operations. Work is reviewed through observation, reports and successful completion of assigned training milestones.

Work is performed indoors and outdoors under varying weather conditions and around mechanical, electrical and chemical equipment, and confined spaces. Position requires shift work, weekends, holidays and emergency call-back as assigned.

(The essential functions listed below are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every duty performed.)

• Assists certified operators in the operation of pumps, filters, chemical feed systems, valves and related treatment equipment.
• Learns treatment processes, water quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collects water samples and assists with laboratory testing and recordkeeping.
• Monitors gauges, meters, SCADA systems and alarms and reports abnormal operating conditions.
• Perform preventive maintenance and housekeeping throughout the treatment plant.
• Assists in adjusting treatment processes under the direction of certified operators.
• Maintains accurate operating logs, reports and maintenance records.
• Responds to emergencies and assists during equipment failures and power outages.
• Participates in required safety training and follows all safety procedures.
• Attends required classroom instruction and successfully completes the Town's Apprentice Program.
• Performs related work as assigned.

• Ability to learn water treatment processes and equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand and power tools.
• Ability to understand technical manuals and operating procedures.
• Ability to understand basic hydraulics.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a team.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical work and work in confined spaces and around chemicals using appropriate PPE.
• Basic computer skills.

• High school diploma or GED; technical training in mechanical, electrical or environmental fields desirable.
• Valid Massachusetts Class D Driver's License.
• Ability to obtain Massachusetts T1 Water Treatment Operator Certification within six (6) months of appointment.
• Ability to obtain Massachusetts T2 Water Treatment Operator Certification within eighteen (18) months of appointment.
• Ability to obtain Massachusetts T3 Water Treatment Operator Certification within thirty (30) months of appointment.
• Failure to achieve required certifications or satisfactory progress within the established time frames may result in removal from the Apprentice Program and separation from employment in accordance with applicable collective bargaining agreements and Town policies.
• Upon successful completion of the Apprentice Program and required certifications, employees become eligible for consideration for promotion to the Treatment Plant Operator (W-4T) classification in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement and Town policies.

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, work at heights, enter confined spaces, distinguish colors used in treatment processes, and perform duties requiring prolonged standing, walking, bending and manual dexterity.