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Holland Board of Public Works
Water/Wastewater Service Technician - Apprentice
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Water Treatment Specialist or Waste Water Operator operates and monitors equipment in facilities that treat wastewater. Monitors treatment processes so that water is cleaned to meet public health and environmental standards and is safe for drinking or releasing into the environment.
$60,204 / year median in Michigan
+2% projected growth
Job Description
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Water/Wastewater Service Supervisor Job Summary:
This position is responsible for utility staking, cross connection inspection, customer metering, and inspection of customer service line installations. Successful progress through the Apprenticeship program is required. Essential Duties Operate "Miss Dig" program, including receiving and processing tickets, researching records, locating and staking of underground utility equipment. Inspect water customer plumbing, including commercial, industrial, and residential, for compliance with the BPW Cross-Connection Control Program. Inspect and test HBPW owned cross-connection control devices. Install, read, repair or remove water meters and related equipment in residential, commercial and industrial settings. Respond to and assist in various customer service needs and issues; provide instruction with the City's claim process. Keep current in knowledge and understanding of company procedures, rates, rules, practices, standards, and application of construction materials. Inspect sewer and water mains or service installations and record accurate measurements and details. Measure and record locations of underground utilities, update and maintain records as appropriate. Perform all other tasks as assigned. Essential Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Interpersonal skills necessary to provide courteous and accurate information and responses to community members, contractors and various levels of organizational staff. Ability to apply mathematical concepts used for measuring and testing. Ability to read and interpret utility drawings and specifications. Computer proficiency. Ability to keep records organized. Residency within 20 miles of municipal boundaries. Effective workplace skills as demonstrated through WorkKeys assessments (Workplace Documents- 4, Graphic Literacy
- 4, Workplace Observation
- 3). Valid Michigan Driver's License. Certification Requirements Waterworks System Operator S-4 certification from the State of Michigan. (Must obtain within two State of Michigan testing cycles
- typically 1 year
- as part of apprenticeship program.