Water Treatment Plant Operator Trainee

This is a trainee position in the competitive class for which candidates are selected on the basis of general intelligence, basic knowledge of elementary chemistry and general science and mechanical aptitude. Term of appointment is limited to one year, during which time employees should be required to satisfactorily complete the training and experience requirements of the New York State Sanitary Code for a certificate appropriate to the plant.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Undergoes on-the-job training to become qualified as an operator of a water treatment plant: assists in the operation and maintenance of a water treatment plant; does related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

This is a trainee position involving responsibility for learning the duties and routines in the operation and maintenance of a water treatment plant. The work is performed under immediate supervision of a qualified operator.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

 Performs study and reading assignments, observes demonstrations and otherwise learns the techniques of operation;  Learns and assists in the operation and adjustment of pumps,  Learns and assigns the inspection, maintenance and repair of pumps, valves, screens and related mechanical equipment;  Learns and assists in the making of tests to determine chlorine residual; Cleans channels, screens, tanks, and other equipment;  Learns and assists in the preparation and maintenance of activity records and reports; Performs increasingly responsible duties as assigned in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Familiarity with elementary principles of chemistry and general science; good general intelligence; good observation; mechanical aptitude; ability to learn principles and procedures relating to operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant; ability to develop skill in the operation and maintenance of pumps, valves, and related mechanical equipment; ability to get along well with others; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from high school; or possession of a New York State high school equivalency diploma.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$22.35 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you a resident of the City of Schenectady?

Work Location:

In person