OPERATOR (Utility Service Worker)

LICKING COUNTY
Buckeye Lake, Ohio United States  View Map
Posted: Jul 14, 2024
  • Salary: USD 21.67 per hour USD
  • Salary Top:21
  • Full Time
  • Public Works
  • Utilities
  • Job Description

    Position Description:
    Duties:
    • Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.
    • Promotes and maintains positive and effective working relationships and promotes good public relationships as a representative of Licking County Government.
    • Monitors water and/or wastewater treatment equipment in order to ensure proper operation; checks chemical supply levels and replenishes as necessary.
    • Assists Maintenance Operator with repairs on treatment equipment (changes oil, greases motors, pumps, chains, etc.).
    • Operates and maintains water distribution and wastewater systems (pumps, compressors, electrical controls, lines, valves etc.).
    • Receives and responds to emergency situations related to treatment, collection, or distribution operations. Receives and responds to telephone inquiries or service calls.
    • Inspects and logs consumer meter readings for billings and water consumption information.
    • Performs preventative and service maintenance and repair on departmental vehicles.
    • Collects water and/or wastewater samples for purpose of analysis.
    • Completes general housekeeping tasks in order to maintain facilities (cleans, paints, maintains grounds, etc.).
    • Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to the essential functions of the position and all agency safety procedures
    • Remains informed of current developments and procedures pertinent to duties; may be required to attend seminars/training
    Brief Description:
    Performs necessary functions of the daily operations and maintenance of water distribution systems, sewer collection systems and water and wastewater treatment plants.
    Job Prerequisites:
    Minimum Qualifications:

    One year certificate from college or technical school; and one (1) to two (2) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Class B Commercial Driver’s License with tanker and air brakes.* Physical mobility, lifting, and exposure to hazardous conditions.

    *May be acquired after hire and obtained prior to the end of the probationary period.

    Additional Qualifications (Agency/Dept. Qualifications):

    Ohio EPA Class I Water and Class I Wastewater Certificates are preferred but not required. Knowledge of basic Water & Wastewater testing is also recommended but not required. Candidates must be able to relate to the public in a professional manner. Candidate should have general knowledge of plumbing, electrical and septic tank operation. Candidate should be a fast learner and be able to adapt to changing work demands.
    Compensation:
    Salary: $21.67
    About UFA:
    Licking County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • Licking County Government
    • Licking County Government

    A career in public service with Licking County Government presents an opportunity to make a difference in the community. As one of Licking County's largest employers, we currently employ approximately 1200 individuals, offering a variety of staff, managerial and professional positions in a wide range of career areas: information technology systems, human services, social services, criminology, law, planning, environmental sciences, recycling/litter prevention, safety, health and maintenance.

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