City of Sioux City - Waste Water Treatment Plant Maintenance Mechanic
(Added 1/12/2019)City of Dunkerton - Full-Time Public Works
(Added 1/10/2019)City of Estherville - Operator, Wastewater Treatment Plant
(Added 12/10/2018)CITY OF MADRID – PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT PUBLIC WORKS UTILITY WORKER
(Added 12/7/2018)City of Denver, IA - Water / Sewer Operator
(Added 12/4/2018)Xenia Rural Water District - Treatment Plant Operator
(Added 11/14/2018)City of Iowa City - Senior Maintenance Worker – Wastewater Plant, Wastewater Division, Public Works Department
(Added 10/31/2018)MARION COUNTY RURAL WATER DISTRICT - GENERAL MANAGER/WORKING FOREMAN
(Added 10/27/2018)
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City of Sioux City - Waste Water Treatment Plant Maintenance Mechanic
(Added 1/12/2019)
ALL CITY EMPLOYEES MUST BE RESIDENTS OF THE STATE OF IOWA AND RESIDE IN THE CITY OR WITHIN TEN MILES OF THE CITY LIMITS.
Minorities and women are encouraged to make application. AA/EOE
The City of Sioux City is a drug-free workplace and all offers of employment are conditional upon completion of a drug & alcohol test producing negative results.
To apply visit our website: www.sioux-city.org
ENTRANCE EXAMINATIONS APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED JANUARY 11, 2019 THROUGH FEBRUARY 11, 2019
WWTP MAINTENANCE MECHANIC $22.33/HOUR. The City of Sioux City is looking for a Waste Water Treatment Plant Maintenance Mechanic. Under the general direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, works with fellow Maintenance Mechanics or on own to perform maintenance and repair work for the Waste Water Treatment Plant Facilities and sewer pump stations. General mechanical skills with emphasis on pumps, compressors, blowers, boilers, etc. This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week working Monday-Friday, including rotating stand-by hours of one week per month. APPLICATIONS WILL BE TAKEN THROUGH FEBRUARY 11, 2019
For complete job description, qualifications and to apply visit our website www.sioux-city.org
Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. AA/EOE
City of Dunkerton - Full-Time Public Works
(Added 1/10/2019)
The City of Dunkerton is now accepting applications for the position of Full-Time Public Works person. Applicant must have the ability to obtain water and wastewater Grade 1 certifications within 1 year of hire. Must have the ability to obtain a CDL within 30 days of hire. Applicant must be over 18 years of age.
Duties include operation and maintenance of the City water and wastewater systems with a rotation of weekend duties. General maintenance and repairs of all City owned and leased equipment, buildings and grounds. Ground maintenance includes but is not limited to mowing, weed-eating and weed control. Responsible for snow removal as well as street maintenance and repairs.
This is not an exclusive list and additional responsibilities may be assigned as deemed necessary to meet the needs of the City. Competitive salary and benefits. Pay commensurate with experience.
Applications and job description may be obtained at City Hall, 200 Tower Street, Dunkerton, IA or online at www.cityofdunkerton.org.
Applications can be submitted by mail to the City of Dunkerton, PO Box 100, Dunkerton, IA 50626 or emailed to [email protected].
Position is open until filled. EOE
City of Estherville -
Operator,
Wastewater Treatment Plant
(Added 12/10/2018)
The Wastewater Treatment Plant is currently seeking an Operator.
For complete job profile and application packet go to www.cityofestherville.org or contact:
City Administrative Offices
P.O. Box 417
Estherville, IA 51334
(712) 362-7771
[email protected]
Equal Opportunity Employer
CITY OF MADRID – PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT PUBLIC WORKS UTILITY WORKER
(Added 12/7/2018)
The City of Madrid is seeking a qualified Public Works Utility Worker.
This full-time position involves periodic weekends and holiday work. Duties include all operations within the streets, parks, water and wastewater facilities.
Successful candidates will need to meet these qualifications: high school graduate or GED equivalent; three (3) years’ experience related to construction, highway/public works maintenance and repair; ability to obtain a Class B CDL, herbicide certification, water and wastewater certifications within a certain time-frame of acquiring the position.
Salary starts at $19.85 hr, depending on qualifications with excellent benefits.
Applications and job description can be found at www.madridiowa.org. Return completed application, resume, and three (3) references to:
Scott Church, Public Works Director
304 S Water St
Madrid, Iowa 50156
Applications will be accepted until 5:00 pm on Friday, January 11, 2019
City of Denver, IA - Water / Sewer Operator
(Added 12/4/2018)
The City of Denver, Iowa is looking for a Water/Sewer Operator. Qualified applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Once hired, the employee will be required to make consistent progress toward attaining a Waste Water Treatment Plant Operator Grade III Certification, a Grade II Water Treatment Plant Operator, and a Grade II Water Distribution Operator. Preferred applicants will have a minimum of a 2 Year Post High School Degree and/or hold waste water, water distribution, and water treatment certifications. Salary to be based on education and certifications. Salary is competitive and will increase with each step toward the Grade III Certification. Applicants should submit Cover Letter, resume, and salary history and five references to the City of Denver, 100 Washington Street, Denver, Iowa 50622. Position is open until filled. Review of applications will begin on January 2, 2019. EOE
Xenia Rural Water District - Treatment Plant Operator
(Added 11/14/2018)
JOB TITLE: Treatment Plant Operator
REPORTS TO: Supply & Treatment Manager
DEPARTMENT: Supply & Treatment
JOB SUMMARY:
Perform duties supporting the operation, maintenance, and repair of water and wastewater treatment facilities.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.
SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Day to day operations of water treatment facilities, water source facilities and wastewater facilities
- Evaluates plant operating conditions by reviewing and visually observing laboratory and plant operation data
- Assists in planning for the entire treatment facility by reviewing documents and other pertinent information, providing assessment of future needs and making recommendations as to improvements and modifications
- Gathers and maintains records of work unit data; maintains compliance with state and/or federal rules and regulations
- Examines problems in process control, determines if problem is equivalent of necessary changes
- Responsible for completing preventative maintenance to all equipment in the treatment facilities and source water pumping stations
- Responsible for routine sampling throughout distribution system as required by IDNR permitting
- Monitoring of SCADA systems and ability to interpret and react to alarms
- Participation in on call rotation
- Operations of wastewater facilities
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of the Federal Clean Water Act guidelines and other Federal, State, and local regulations that affect plant operations.
- Knowledge of principles of water and wastewater treatment processes and process management.
- Knowledge of automated process control systems and related monitoring and control software.
- Knowledge of the proper operation and maintenance of equipment used in the treatment process.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:
- Ability to gain possession of valid State of Iowa Grade I or higher in water treatment plant operator’s certification within 120 days of acquiring position and Water Distribution Grade I within 60 days of obtaining treatment plant Grade I license
- Ability to obtain a valid State of Iowa Grade II water treatment and water distribution license by December 31, 2020
- Ability to obtain a valid State of Iowa Grade III water treatment and water distribution license
- Ability to obtain a Waste Water 1 Lagoon certification
- Maintain necessary CEU’s directly related to certification and job duties
- Must possess a valid Class C Driver’s License and maintain insurability
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- To perform the essential functions of the job, incumbents must be able to perform the following: climbing, balancing, standing, walking, hearing/listening, and seeing/observing. Sedentary work: exerts up to 70 lbs of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
Interested candidates should submit resume to Corey Iben at [email protected] or you can call with questions at 515-676-2117.
City of Iowa City - Senior Maintenance Worker – Wastewater Plant,
Wastewater Division,
Public Works Department
(Added 10/31/2018)
Application deadline: Tuesday, November 20, 2018
Visit www.icgov.org/jobs to apply online
One permanent full time position available
Full salary range: $58,177.60 - $73,840.00
Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm
Job summary:
Under direction, serves as a group leader in maintaining and repairing pumps, motors, valves, gauges and general equipment in wastewater treatment processes. Coordinates information between lab, operations and sewer collections.
Minimum qualifications:
Associate’s degree or equivalent from an educational institution accredited by a DOE recognized accreditation body required plus three years of experience in wastewater including two years in a supervisory capacity required. Or equivalent combination of education and experience. Iowa DNR Grade III Wastewater Operator's license required. Must live within 17 miles of the corporate limits of Iowa City, Iowa within one year of appointment to the position. Valid Iowa Class B commercial driver’s license with air brake and tank endorsement with satisfactory driving record required. Valid Iowa Class A commercial driver’s license required within 6 months of hire. This position is subject to federal drug testing requirements. A pre-employment drug screen is required. Must be 18 years of age per Iowa Code 92.8. Must pass criminal background check.
Preferred qualifications:
Supervisory experience in wastewater plant maintenance preferred. Iowa DNR Grade IV Wastewater Certification preferred.
More information:
A full job description including a listing of essential duties and responsibilities and necessary knowledge, skills and abilities is available at www.icgov.org/jobs under Job Descriptions.
It is the policy of the City of Iowa City to afford equal employment opportunities for all employees and potential City employees. Persons who are members of a protected class are encouraged to apply.
MARION COUNTY RURAL WATER DISTRICT - GENERAL MANAGER/WORKING FOREMAN
(Added 10/27/2018)
Marion County Rural Water District, located in Knoxville, Iowa, exists to supply potable water to a large section of Marion County, including several municipalities, and thousands of residents.
We are seeking an individual who will excel as our next General Manager/Working Foreman. This position will provide professional leadership, oversee all operations and maintenance of the water distribution system, and have primary responsibility for the organization’s financial wellbeing. You will work closely with, and report to, our governing board.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Bachelor’s degree in related field and/or five or more years in the service or water utility industry.
- Experience with financial management, analysis and budgeting
- Strong planning and project management skills
- Construction skills and operating equipment (CDL preferred)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Minimum Grade II Water Distribution license
Essential Responsibilities include:
- Ensure the uninterrupted supply of water to customers
- Seek ways to improve effectiveness and efficiency of the water system facilities and equipment
- Assure proper and timely response to service calls
- Knowledge of SCADA and GIS system
- Implement and enforce safe work programs and practices
- In conjunction with board and staff, establish and implement water rates
- Provide necessary staff training and development
- Evaluate employee performance and provide effective feedback
- Conduct supervisor and staff informational meetings on a regular basis
- Optimize MCWRD finances; assure that proper accounting practices are followed.
- Review and analyze monthly and annual financial statements
- Prepare, present and follow annual budget and work plans
- Administer construction proper permits/contracts
- Authorize purchases as necessary
- Consult with engineers and legal counsel
- Travel to sites within the service area as well as out of state meetings as required
- Attend meeting as necessary
Responsibilities to the board include:
- Plan and attend all monthly and annual board meetings
- Review operation reports and financial statements with Board
- Prepare and present recommendations for board consideration
- Prepare and present necessary loan and grant applications for board consideration
- Assist Board with strategic planning
- Serve as an ex-officio member on all board committees
Salary commensurate with qualifications, plus benefits. Background check and drug/alcohol test maybe required. Applications accepted through December 1st or until the position has been filled.
Send resume and cover letter to MCRW District, Attn: Reuben Buwalda, 1921 W Bell Ave, Knoxville, IA 50138 or [email protected].
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