Job description
Department: DPW – Water Pollution Control
Employment Status: Non-Exempt; Full-Time
Salary: UCFW Laborer’s Union, Grade 10L, Step 5 – Starting at $22.68 per hour ($21.43 base hourly + $1.25 per hour for Wastewater Operator’s License Grade 3)
Licenses/Certifications: Valid Class D Driver’s License and
Wastewater Operator’s License Grade 3 (required) and must obtain Wastewater Operators License Grade 5 within six (6) months of hire.
SUMMARY
The City of Chicopee’s Department of Public Works – Water Pollution Control is hiring a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator who is skilled with technical work in supervising, participating in the operation and maintenance in all areas of the Public Utilities division of the DPW including but not limited to; pump stations, WWTP treatment plant, combined sewer over flow (CSO) treatment facilities, flood control facilities, and storm water detention facilities Operates sewage treatment, sludge processing, pump stations, combined sewer overflow (CSO) treatment facilities and disposal equipment in accordance with all applicable Local, State, and Federal regulations.
SOME ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE
Monitors control panels and adjust valves and gates manually or by remote control to regulate flow of sewage and ensure compliance with the Cities NPDES permit.- Starts and stops pumps, engines, and generators to control flow of raw sewage through unit processes such as filtering, settling, aeration, chlorination, screening, pumping, and sludge processing for disposal.
- Gather information, update, input to computerized data bases, and review for optimization of operations and maintenance records. This includes but not limited to; daily operator readings, laboratory results, sludge production, odor control, chemical usages, field results, operator observations, chemical and equipment invento1y, equipment history, equipment repair and preventative maintenance.
- Maintain operator's license according to MA DEP requirements. Fill in for Senior Operator when required.
- Provide chemical spill response for Public Utilities department, both city wide and for the Public Utilities division facilities. Adhere to waste oil control requirements.
- Works with the Waste Oil manager for this department to be sure all new and used oil is used stored and disposed in accordance with WPC policies, state, local and federal requirements.
- Operate hand, power tools, and machinery in the fabrication, maintenance, repair and alteration of a wide variety of specialized wastewater plant collection, conveying and treatment equipment. Assists in the repairs and overhauls such machinery and equipment as pumps blowers, compressors, mixers, bar screens, aerators, valves, engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines, sludge and scum collectors and all other related equipment.
- Site inspections of operations. Repair of equipment, preventative maintenance, and scheduling and participation of daily, weekly, quarterly, and annual maintenance. Cleaning, painting, building and grounds maintenance. Work with and oversee contractors in all work related to the Public Utilities subdivisions. Work closely with other DPW and City departments.
- Notify verbally and in writing regulatory agencies including but limited to; Ma DEP, US EPA, Board of Health(s), MA Fish and Game and any other regulatory agency, of any and all permit violations, storm water, CSO notifications and any and all other NPDES notification requirements
- Perform all related duties to the operation and maintenance of the facility including but not limited
- Required to participate in the Emergency ('beeper') on call rotation, when assigned by the city.
- Purchase supplies and equipment according to City of Chicopee procedures. Assists in writing bid specifications.
- Observes, trains, and instructs new and existing employees.
- Adheres to all state, federal, and local safely regulations as well as City of Chicopee Health and Safety policies.
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QUALIFICATIONS
To be minimally qualified for this position, one must meet the following criteria:
- One year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Massachusetts Grade 3 WWTP Operators License required, must obtain Grade 5C WWTP Operator’s License within six (6) months of hire.
- Must possess a valid Class D Driver’s License required.
COMPENSATION, SCHEDULE, & BENEFITS
The City of Chicopee provides its employees ( contingent upon employment status ) with a robust benefits package which includes:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Sick-Time, Life Insurance, 12+ Paid Holidays, Personal Time, Vacation Time, Retirement Saving Plans (457b), a Pension Plan, Employee Discounts, and more.
This is a full time, 40-hour/week position, with varying schedules. This role is classified as a UFCW Laborer’s Union, Grade 10L, starting at Step 5, with a minimum starting pay of $22.68 per hour ($21.43 Base Hourly Rate + $1.25 for WWTP Grade 3 License), with periodic step and pay increases upon continuous completion of employment with the City of Chicopee.
HOW TO APPLY
If this opportunity aligns with your skills, experience, and employment goals, apply today through one of the following:
- Go to chicopeema.gov/jobs and apply online by selecting the job and ‘Apply Now’
- OR Select ‘download application’ on the City’s employment page and deliver it along with your resume to the Department of Human Resources, located at Chicopee City Hall, 274 Front Street, 1st Fl. Chicopee, MA. 01013.
Questions?
Text, Call, or Email:
ChicopeeCAREERS
P: (413) 594-1584
C: (413) 523-2394
resume@chicopeema.gov
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