CITY OF ATHENS

WATER SERVICES DEPARTMENT

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL POSTING

Posting Date: 2/2/2012 Closing Date: 2/16/2012

Position: Water or Wastewater Plant Operator or Trainee (Will train to operate both plants and become dual-certified. )

Classification: Grade 7- Grade 10, dependent on qualifications.

Salary Range: Trainee: 13.92-18.75 Certified Operator: 18.03-24.41 (additional compensation is available after dual certification.)

Job Summary: Under general direction of the Chief Operator and other operators, the employee trains to operate an advanced wastewater treatment plant and water treatment plant. Work involves continual monitoring and testing of conditions throughout the plant and making adjustments to insure that treatment standards are maintained as the influent sewage characteristics and flow rate vary over time. Operator monitors conditions in the collection system and alerts Chief operator and co-workers of possible problems. Maintains detailed records of shift activities. Collects samples and performs analytical tests in the laboratory.

Job Requirements include, but are not limited to the following:

· High School Diploma or GED.

· Two years formal education/training related to wastewater treatment plants a plus.

· Related technical school training a plus.

· Valid Alabama Driver’s license.

· ADEM Grade IV Certification or Ability to obtain ADEM Grade IV Wastewater Plant Operator or Water Plant Operator Certificate within designated time frame. Will train to operate both water and wastewater plant and become dual certified.

· Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

· Strong mathematical skills.

City Application Required. Apply at Human Resources, City Municipal Offices, located 1806 Wilkinson Street in Athens Utilities Building, Athens. Inquiries: 256-233-8737. Please see website for further details www.athensal.us.

The City of Athens is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all facets of the Americans with Disabilities Act. All reasonable accommodations will be considered for qualified applicants. The City is a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug screen and physical required. The City of Athens does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services, programs, or activities.