Salary: $18.23 - $22.43 per hour (minimum to midpoint, contingent on training and experience), plus a shift differential of $1.00 per hour for all hours worked between 6:00 pm and 6:00 am.
Schedule: 12-hour shifts, 7:00 am - 7:00 pm or 7:00 pm - 7:00 am.
Number of Positions Available: 2
Application Deadline: Open until filled, with a preferred application date of July 30, 2024.
Job Summary: The City of Columbia is seeking dedicated and skilled individuals for the role of Water Operator I within our Water Production Plant. This position is crucial in ensuring the proper treatment of our city’s water supply. If you have a strong attention to detail, a commitment to safety, and a passion for public service, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities
Monitor Equipment: Keep track of the operational status of vital water treatment equipment, including pump stations and wells.
Water Sampling and Testing: Sample water and conduct lab tests to determine water quality.
Plant Maintenance: Clean the water treatment plant and basins.
Chlorine Tank Management: Operate, test, and replace chlorine tanks as needed.
Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of all activities and findings.
Other Duties: Perform additional tasks as assigned to support the water treatment process.
Qualifications
Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience: 1 to 3 years of related experience.
Licenses: Valid driver’s license; must obtain a “D” level water operator’s certificate within 6 months of hire.
Skills And Abilities
Knowledge: Familiarity with pump operation and safety standards related to water treatment.
Skills: Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, effective verbal communication, and active listening.
Abilities: Ability to read gauges, flow meters, and level sensors; sample and test water; use and maintain hand and power tools; follow oral and written instructions; and maintain focus on tasks.
Work Environment
Settings: Work is performed in various environments, including offices, outdoor settings, confined spaces, vehicles, shops, and chemical rooms.
Exposures: Frequent exposure to extreme temperatures, moving mechanical parts, airborne particles, toxic chemicals, and loud noises.
Physical Demands
Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and hazards.
May be required to exert up to 35 pounds of force occasionally and up to 20 pounds frequently.
Must be able to grasp, push, stand, walk, drive, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, balance, and operate mechanical equipment.
Why Join Us?
Impactful Work: Play a vital role in ensuring the quality and safety of Columbia’s water supply.
Professional Growth: Opportunities for certification and skill development.
Supportive Environment: Join a team committed to public service and excellence in water management.
How to Apply: Individuals needing accommodation to apply may call 573-874-CITY (2489). TTY: 711 (MO RELAY).
Equal Opportunity Employer: The City of Columbia is a merit-based, affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Pre-employment drug testing is required, and we participate in the federal E-Verify work authorization program.
Join Our Team and Make a Difference in Columbia! Take the next step in your career with the City of Columbia, Missouri. Apply now to become a Water Operator I and help us ensure the quality and safety of our community’s water supply.
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Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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