Job Information
City of St. Charles Waterworks Maintenance Mechanic / Operator in St Charles, Missouri
29.72 per hour | St Charles, MO, USA | Hourly | Full Time
Job Title
Waterworks Maintenance Mechanic / Operator
Department
Public Works Department
Posting Date
January 30, 2024
Closing Date for Resumes/Applications
Open Until Filled
Salary - C Certification
Salary - B Certification
Salary - A Certification
$29.72 / hourly
$31.21 / hourly
$34.33 / hourly
Comprehensive, Cost Effective Benefits Package:
Medical, Dental, Voluntary Vision, Life and Disability Insurance; FSA; HSA; Retirement and Deferred Compensation programs; Paid Vacation; Paid Holidays; Employee Assistance Programs and Educational Benefits.
Exempt/Non-exempt
Non-exempt
Status
Full time
The City of Saint Charles Public Works Department is currently recruiting for the position of Waterworks Operator. The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled technical work in the operation & maintenance of water treatment facilities and systems.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Operate and maintain all water treatment plant systems, pump stations, generators, gauges, pumps, filters, controls and equipment.
Collect bacteriological and all other samples as required by MDNR.
Monitors the performance of and operates and maintains all equipment, electrical systems, gauges, and charts in the treatment plant, pump stations, generators, pumps, filters, and other control systems; Record data concerning plant operations
Charts lab test results for trend analysis and maintains accurate records of analysis and test results; evaluates data and writes reports as required.
Collects samples and identifies concentrations of chemical characteristics of water required in accordance with local, State and Federal requirements; gathers and tests water samples for reports as required.
Perform quality control tests on lab equipment and lab analysis; chart tests results for trend analysis; and evaluate procedures to assure accuracy of test results.
Calibrate and modify instrumentation and control equipment including recorders and other water quality monitoring equipment.
Mandatory attendance and participation in: Days & Nights rotating schedule as follows: Work Shifts: 6:30AM-6:30PM(AM) & 6:30PM-6:30AM(PM) & 4-hour Friday Shift
Saturday-PM, Sunday-PM, Wed-PM, Thurs-PM, 4hr-shift Fri(PM), Mon(PM) , Tues(PM), 4-hr shift Friday(PM), Change to 12-hr Day Shift: Sat(AM), Sun(AM), Wed(AM), Thurs(AM), 4-hr shift Friday(PM), Mon(AM), Tues(AM), 4-hr shift Friday(PM), Repeat )
Assigned overtime as necessary to cover other shift openings.
Mathematically proficient in addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, geometry, trigonometry, and calculation of percentages, fractions, decimals, volumes, ratios, etc.
Receives after hour emergency phone calls while on duty and notifies appropriate Public Works supervisors, on-call personnel, and Public Works Management.
Minimum Training and Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions
High school diploma or G.E.D. supplemented by two (2) years post-secondary college or technical training in biology, environmental science, chemistry or a closely related field and two (2) years' experience in a utility, or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Working knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, maintenance and operation activities, including laboratory procedures.
Valid Missouri driver's license required.
Department of Natural Resources Class C (B, or A) Water Treatment Plant Operator Certification Preferred. Minimum requirement of Class D Certification within 6 months with ability to obtain Class C or higher certification within 18 months of hire.
How to Apply:
Online employment applications can be accessed on our City Website: www.stcharlescitymo.gov
The City of Saint Charles is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify