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City of Columbia
WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM OPERATOR
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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.
$55,726 / year median in South Carolina
+3% projected growth
Job Description
This position performs semi-skilled and unskilled construction, installation, maintenance and/or general repair work to support the operations of the City's wastewater collection system as required. The incumbent works within a general outline of work to be performed, and utilizing standard work methods and sequences under general supervision. The work is considered heavy in nature and involves walking, standing, climbing, balancing, stooping, crouching, crawling, kneeling, reaching, and lifting, pushing or raising objects, exerting between 20 to 50 pounds of force on a recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on a frequent basis. The work requires the following physical abilities to perform the essential job functions: balancing, kneeling, pulling, pushing, talking, and visual acuity. Work environment may involve exposure to bright / dim light, extreme heat and/or cold, wet or humid conditions, dusts and pollen, extreme noise levels, vibration, fumes and/or noxious odors, traffic, moving machinery, electrical shock, confined spaces, disease/pathogens, toxic / caustic chemicals, dangerous gases; and involves heavy equipment and machinery that could result in bodily harm to co-workers or others. Assists with ensuring proper clean-up of work sites at project completion as directed; Performs general manual labor tasks associated with general repair work within the City's wastewater collection system; Assists with maintaining assigned vehicles and equipment; Repairs, rehabilitates or installs sewer lines, manholes, vortexes or other appurtenances pertaining to the wastewater collection system; May be required to work additional hours, holidays and weekends as needed in order to accomplish assigned work; Will be required to work on-call rotation; May be required to work different shift with 30-day notice; Attends meetings, training, seminars, etc., as appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills; and Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications to
Perform Work:
High school diploma or GED; No prior experience required for entry level trainee positions; Valid South Carolina Class "D" Driver's License; Must obtain DOT Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) medical examiner's certificate within thirty (30) days from date of hire; Must possess or obtain a South Carolina Class "A" CDL license (with tanker endorsement) within the timeframe required in the CDL Program; Required to demonstrate competency and complete the minimum requirements for the Wastewater Collection System Operator Training Program within two (2) years from date of hire; Must possess or obtain Asbestos certification, A Frame certification, and Trench and Shoring certification within one (1) year from date of hire; Upon completion of probationary period and/or completion of the CDL Program, Trainees may optionally register for the Wastewater Collection System Operator Training Program; Pay grade will be dependent upon certification and work experience for applicants who possess Class "A, B, C or D" level of certification : Level Pay Grade Salary Range Trainee 107 $39,024.00 Operator Level "D" 108 $40,975.00- $52,243.00 Operator Level "C" 109 $43,024.00
- $54,855.50 Operator Level "B" 110 $46,251.00
- $58,970.00 Operator Level "A" 111 $49,720.00
- $63,393.