MARSHALLTOWN WATER WORKS -TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR
(Added 10/14/2019)City of Buffalo - Public Works Director
(Added 10/10/2019)City of Story City – Water & Wastewater Operator
(Added 9/21/2019)City of Fayette - City Maintenance Worker
(Added 9/5/2019)City of Manchester - WATER OPERATOR POSITION
(Added 9/4/2019)City of Huxley - City Administrator Position
(Added 8/20/2019)City of Storm Lake - Full-Time/Seasonal Positions
(Added 7/15/2019)Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) - Environmental Engineer
(Added 7/11/2019)City of Le Grand - Public Works Director
(Added 7/11/2019)City of Sioux City - WWTP Assistant Superintendent
(Added 7/9/2019)
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MARSHALLTOWN WATER WORKS -TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR
(Added 10/14/2019)
Marshalltown Water Works is seeking qualified applicants for the full time position of Water Plant Operator. Under the supervision of the Treatment Plant Operations Manager, controls and operates a 12 MGD lime softening plant to produce high quality and adequate quantity of water to meet system demands economically. This position may be filled as either an Apprentice Operator or Operator. Please refer to Differentiating Requirements in this posting.
COMPENSATION: Apprentice Operator: Starting rate $15.25/hour
Operator: Starting rate $18.08/hour, negotiable depending on licensure
Competitive benefits package offered.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Controls and operates all pumps and appurtenances via the control panel/computer, and by physically monitoring the pumps.
- Monitors the treatment process by visual observation and by performing lab analyses and evaluating lab test results.
- Calculates desired water quality results and determines the appropriate chemical feed rates.
- Controls and operates emergency electric generator and electric switchgear as required.
- Records data for reporting purposes.
- Monitors weather, fire, and security systems, acknowledges alarms, and makes appropriate communication contacts in emergency situations through use of telephone and two-way radio system.
- Operates, adjusts, and maintains the lime slaker equipment.
- Determines the number of filters required, maintains filter water levels and backwashes filters.
- Collects and analyzes water samples from the softening units, CO2 basin, filter and finished water for pH control. Makes necessary adjustments to maintain desired pH.
- Utilizes laboratory analysis to determine and verify coagulant, chlorine, and other chemical dosages.
- Makes periodic inspections of basin, filter, pumps, chemical feed systems, and process equipment.
- Performs general maintenance and lubrication on process equipment.
- Maintains equipment and chemical feed areas in a safe, clean, and orderly manner.
- Performs standard laboratory analysis.
- Responsible for general housekeeping and cleaning of the plant.
- Until filling an existing Operator position, assists Facilities Manager with treatment plant repairs or upgrades as assigned.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Demonstrates verbal, written, and mathematical skills.
- Ability to perform basic laboratory analysis.
- Ability to comply with shift rotation schedules.
- Ability to work alone with minimal supervision.
DIFFERENTIATING REQUIREMENTS:
Apprentice Operator:
- Successful completion of High School or GED.
- One year of recent experience in water treatment plant operation preferred.
- Post high school certificate or credit hours in water treatment field preferred.
- Obtain valid State of Iowa Grade II Water Plant Operator’s License within 38 months of appointment.
- Appointment to position of “Operator” will be made after attaining Grade I certification and filling a shift vacancy.
- Training resources and schedule will be provided by MWW.
- Failure to achieve required certification or satisfactory completion of training by timelines specified or grades required could lead to termination.
Operator:
- Minimum of two years of recent experience in water treatment plant operation.
- Iowa Grade II Water Treatment Plant Operator licens
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Occasionally handles up to 100 pounds and lifts 80 pounds.
- Climbs stairs and ladders and works on catwalks.
- Ability to differentiate machine operational sounds.
- Continuously walking, standing, squatting, bending, and/or kneeling.
- Must be able to read gauges and distinguish colors.
- Occasionally works in confined spaces.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
- Normally inside building.
- Occasional exposure to adverse weather conditions.
- Frequent exposure to machine noise.
- Occasional exposure to hazardous chemicals.
| All the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job duties, responsibilities or requirements. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. |
TO APPLY
Complete and submit a Marshalltown Water Works application, posted at https://marshalltownwater.com/downloads#78ed1563-2c59-4007-991b-a8e4cddc36f9
The position will remain open until filled.
For additional information, contact Marshalltown Water Works General Manager Shelli Lovell at 641-753-7913 or [email protected].
City of Buffalo - Public Works Director
(Added 10/10/2019)
The City of Buffalo, IA is accepting applications for Public Works Director until November 1, 2019. The Director is responsible for various administrative and managerial duties. The Director monitors and oversees the physical facilities and operations of the City including the Water, Sewer, Electric, and Storm water utilities. Manage the Building Inspection, Streets, Street Lighting, Snow Removal, Parks, Cemetery, and Buffalo Activity Center (BAC) Departments including maintaining all public buildings and making necessary repairs or recommendations as needed. For a full job listing and more information please go to www.buffaloiowa.org of contact City Hall 563-381-2226.
City of Story City – Water & Wastewater Operator
(Added 9/21/2019)
The City of Story City is accepting applications for a water and wastewater operator. Prefer a Grade I wastewater treatment plant operator with the ability to obtain additional grades. Grade I water treatment plant operator and distribution license with an ability to obtain a Grade II. Will also need to possess or obtain a CDL license within six months of employment. Story City offers a competitive salary depending upon experience and an excellent benefits package.
Interest applicants should submit a resume to:
City of Story City
Attention: City Clerk
504 Broad Street
Story City, Iowa 50248
[email protected]
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. EOE.
City of Fayette - City Maintenance Worker
(Added 9/5/2019)
Position: City Maintenance Worker
Department: Public Works
Supervisor: Assistant Public Works Director & Public Works Director
Status: Full Time Position
Requirements: This candidate must possess a minimum of a High School Diploma or GED, must have or obtain an Iowa DNR Grade 1 Water Treatment, Grade 1 Water Distribution and Grade 1 Wastewater certification within 18 months of offered employment and must obtain a Pesticide Applicator License within 60 days of hiring. Additionally, a Class B Commercial Driver’s License with tanker and air brake endorsements will be required within 30 days of hire. Post-offer, pre-employment physical and drug screen will be required.
Job Salary and Benefits:
- Starting Salary based on certifications
- 40 hour work week
- Uniforms provided by Department
- Paid single health insurance for employee/75% of premium paid for family insurance
- Dental and vision insurance at employee expense
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Vacation accrued monthly starting at 6.6 hours per month and available to use after 90 day probationary period
- Sick leave accrued monthly at 8 hours per month starting after 90 day probationary period.
- IPERS retirement plan
- Free Upper Iowa University Recreation Center membership
Policies & Schedule Hours:
- Police Manual will be furnished upon employment
- Normal hours 7 AM to 3 PM. Monday through Friday with rotating weekend and on-call schedule assignments.
- Emergency call-in’s possible
A Few Job Functions and Job Descriptions Include:
- General maintenance and grounds keeping
- Assist in the maintenance, repair, cleaning and improvements of city streets, alleyways, gravel roads, sidewalks and storm sewers
- Assist in snow removal operations and sanding of icy surfaces (seasonal) and in emergency operations necessitated by windstorms, snow and ice
- Clean, repair and maintain shoulders ditches, culverts, waterways and drainages
- Assist in the cleaning, maintenance and repair of signs and posts
- Assist in cutting, trimming and removing dead, diseased or damaged trees, brush and shrubs
- Mow and trim grass and weeds (seasonal)
- Pick up trash from City Parks and trash bins on Main Street
- Collect fees at City Park
- Man the Yard Waste Site, read well and sewer pumps and clean park bathrooms (seasonal) on weekends on a rotation or as needed
City of Manchester - WATER OPERATOR POSITION
(Added 9/4/2019)
Water Operator, Manchester, IA (pop 5179). Duties include operation of wells, pumps, pump controls, disinfection pumps and equipment and fluoridation pumps and equipment. Ability to collect and analyze samples for chlorine and fluoride concentrations. Working knowledge of water main pipes, hydrants, valves and related couplings, clamps, repair parts and other accessories. Ability to install and repair water meters and related remote readers. Ability to meet and converse with the general public in regard to water consumption and quality problems. Availability after regular hours in case of equipment failures/emergencies associated with the Water Department. Within one year after starting date in the position, must obtain Iowa Grade I Water Treatment Plant Operators Certificate and a Grade I Distribution Certificate. Possession of a current State of Iowa Commercial Driver’s License upon appointment in this classification and continued maintenance of the license throughout period of employment. Applications can be obtained at the City Office or on-line at www.manchester-ia.org. Return applications by September 13, 2019 to: City Manager, 208 E. Main, Manchester, IA 52057. Equal Opportunity Employer.
City of Huxley - City Administrator Position
(Added 8/20/2019)
City Administrator, Huxley, Iowa. (Population - 4,500). Progressive and growing community in central Iowa, located at the junction of U.S. Highway 69 & Iowa Highway 210 and just west of Interstate 35 in Story County, is seeking an energetic leader for the position of city administrator.
Salary range is $90,000 to $120,000, depending upon qualifications, with a full range of benefits. The city administrator directly oversees the following municipal departments: city hall, wastewater, water, street, cemetery, parks & recreation, police, code enforcement, zoning, and finance, which includes 20 full time employees and an annual operating budget of $9.3 million.
The city administrator is also responsible for supervision of contracts, oversight of city property, management of capital improvement projects, and keeping the five member city council and mayor fully advised of the city's financial condition and overall future needs.
Qualifications include four year college degree in public administration, engineering, law, or business administration or related field and 3 to 5 years of experience in a public sector management position, with an emphasis on city finance, budget development, labor relations, strategic planning, and technology needs.
Potential candidates can view a community & position profile on the City's website (www.huxleyiowa.org), after it has been posted on August 16, 2019. Application materials requested include: cover letter, resume, salary history, and five work related references.
Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled with the first review of applications on September 5, 2019. Confidential applications should be sent to Patrick Callahan, c/o Callahan Municipal Consultants, LLC 417 Kaitlynn Avenue, Anamosa, Iowa 52205 or send to [email protected].
Contact: Patrick Callahan
Callahan Municipal Consultants, LLC
[email protected] (563) 599-3708
City of Storm Lake - Full-Time/Seasonal Positions
(Added 7/15/2019)
The City of Storm Lake is accepting applications for the following full-time and seasonal positions:
- Access Services Librarian
- Code Enforcement Officer
- Distribution Maintenance Worker
- Meter Reader
- Police Chief
- Public Services Maintenance Worker
- Public Services Seasonal Positions - Positions have various schedules.
- Wastewater Supervisor
- Wastewater Treatment Operator I
- Water Treatment Operator I
Information and application can be obtained online at www.stormlake.org.
The City of Storm Lake is a team oriented work environment offering competitive salary and a great benefits package. Starting salary will depend on qualifications.
Applications are available at City Hall, 620 Erie St, Storm Lake, Iowa. Interested applicants should submit an application, resume and cover letter to: City Clerk, 620 Erie Street, PO Box 1086, Storm Lake, Iowa 50588. Review of resumes will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
The City of Storm Lake is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug and Smoke Free Workplace.
Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) - Environmental Engineer
(Added 7/11/2019)
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has a job vacancy for an Environmental Engineer position, within the Water Supply Engineering Section of the Water Quality Bureau located in Des Moines, IA.
Primary responsibility will include construction permit review of public water supply engineering projects, waste residual anti degradation analysis, and rural water system hydraulics.
Review of preliminary engineering reports, corrosion control studies and implementation plans, contact time and treatment technique evaluations and viability assessments for compliance with federal and State rules, standards and guidance and assure that sound engineering principles are being met.
Review plans and specifications for water supply (WS) projects including advisory reviews, chemical feed facilities, design variance requests, anti-degradation analysis and as-built projects to assure that they meet design standards, sound engineering principles, rules, and guidance.
Review and issue rural water system water main permits, including minor water main permits, and
systems with delegated permitting authority.
Other responsibilities include drinking Water State Revolving Loan Fund (DWSRF) project management and special assignments and projects:
- Manage DWSRF projects by assisting in completion of initial project eligibility reviews, determinations on potential loan forgiveness and qualification of green project reserve.
- Assure that all records are complete, computer tracking records are accurate and loan applicant's complete the necessary program requirements.
- Complete on-site inspection of final construction to ensure project is in accordance with the approved design documents, and meets the project objectives, and complete detailed close-out report.
- Complete special engineering and other program related assignments such as: making formal engineering presentations, assisting in SRF program audits, assisting in the completion of semi annual status reports and work plans, meeting with consulting engineers, public officials and the public, participating in developing and reviewing design standards, SDWA rules, and updates to the databases.
- Attend departmental meetings, continuing education workshops, and short courses for the continued development of knowledge and skills associated with engineering, operational, financial and regulatory aspects of water supply systems.
- Assist the Water Supply WSO and FOs in implementing the Safe Drinking Water Act and ensuring all of our Public Water Supply's stay in compliance and provide Iowan's with safe drinking water.
Essential Functions
- Applies state design standards, engineering principles and engineering practices dealing with municipal drinking water treatment and conveyance design and operation.
- Review technical, administrative, and regulatory documents to assure projects comply with SRF and permitting requirements.
- Performs detailed project technical review and prepare comments for projects.
- Performs complex civil and environmental engineering calculations.
- Works independently with minimal supervision.
- Communicates fluently and tactfully both written and oral in English to communicate with permittees, consulting engineers, stakeholders and the public.
- Prepares and makes technical presentations to stakeholders.
- Travels to remote sites for meetings and inspections driving a state vehicle or personal vehicle and mobility to inspect construction sites in rugged terrain.
- Demonstrates initiative, customer service and team orientation and display high standards of ethical conduct.
Special Requirements:
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering. Preference will be given to those with related work experience in design and/or design review of drinking water distribution and treatment systems.
Valid Class C drivers license in order to drive a state vehicle or personal vehicle and travel for job duties.
Critical Job Competencies
Accountability, Interpersonal Skills, High Productivity, Attention to Detail, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Customer Focus, Integrity, Problem Solving, Project Management, Self-Management, Team Player, Technical Engineering Skills.
The DNR seeks to hire individuals who wish to support our mission, which is to conserve and enhance our natural resources in cooperation with individuals and organization, to improve the quality of life in Iowa and ensure a legacy for future generations.
Applicants may attach a resume/cover letter to the online application.
The starting salary for new employees in this position will be $53,580.80. The starting salary for new state (Executive Branch) employees will be at the base of the pay range. This position offers a competitive salary schedule and benefit package. The State of Iowa is an EEO/AA Employer.
Effective 7/1/2019 - the salary range will increase by 2.1 percent.
Applicants must fill out a State of Iowa employment application for the water supply Environmental Engineer position through the State of Iowa Career Pages. https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa Applicants are strongly encouraged to attach a position specific cover letter and resume to the state application.
City of Le Grand - Public Works Director
(Added 7/11/2019)
The City of Le Grand (pop. 938) is now accepting applications for a Public Works Director. This is a full-time position within public works: Including streets, wastewater treatment, wastewater collection, storm sewer, minor vehicle maintenance, building and grounds maintenance, water distribution operations, servicing meters, and operation of equipment. Minimum requirements include but not limited to:
- High school graduate of GED equivalency
- Previous maintenance or engineering experience desired
- Possession of wastewater treatment and water distribution licenses - optional
- Must have a valid CDL driver’s license
- Ability to exercise good judgment
- Good interpersonal skills
- Demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills
- Experience with equipment such as: dump truck, skid steer, power riding lawn mower, chainsaw and basic power and hand tools
Salary is dependent on the applicant’s qualifications and experience. Further information can be obtained from the Le Grand City Clerk. City of Le Grand is an EEO employer.
Submit application and/or resume by 4:00 pm Monday, July 8, 2019 to: City Clerk, City of Le Grand, 104 W. Main Street, PO Box 430, Le Grand, Iowa 50142 or email to [email protected]. For questions, call 641-479-2464.
City of Sioux City - WWTP Assistant Superintendent
(Added July 9, 2019)
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Description: While this position will have some administrative duties, your primary role will be oversight of 8-10 operations staff to fully optimize and control all aspects of operations for peak performance. You will also be directly involved in oversight of solids processing and the biosolids land application program. Integrity and a strong desire to be innovative are very important as this is a progressive wastewater facility which continues to explore reuse of the various byproducts of wastewater treatment. Position is open only until filled and we hope to begin interviews as soon as we have applicants that seem to possess the skills and traits we are looking for. |
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