Water/Wastewater Operator

The County of Marquette seeks a Water/Wastewater Operator I. Under the supervision of the Water and Wastewater Supervisor, operates and monitors pumps, settling tanks, aeration tanks, digesters, and various other equipment of the Wastewater Treatment Plant and conducts various laboratory tests on water and wastewater samples ensuring conformance to acceptable standards. Operates, maintains, and repairs water system components including wells, pump stations, chemical treatment, storage and distribution. Performs maintenance and repairs on treatment plant equipment including pumps, blowers, compressors, meters and controls as well as water system components including controls, meters, pumps, chemical feeders, and stand by power. Requires a high school graduation or equivalent. Prefer some skilled mechanical and/or electrical training. Prefer an Associate's Degree in water/wastewater treatment or related area. Require two (2) years of mechanical, laboratory, or other experience related to water and wastewater plant operations experience. Require possession of a Class "D" Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator's license and D-4/S-4 Water license. Ability to obtain a Class B CDL within six (6) months of hire. Require a valid Michigan driver's license. Starting rate of pay is $21.35 per hour, plus benefit package. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled and are available on the County's website www.co.marquette.mi.us or in the Human Resources Office, 234 W. Baraga Ave. Marquette, MI 49855. The County of Marquette is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in the basis of race, color, or national origin, age, gender, or disability in its programs or activities.