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Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator (Levels i-iv)

Join Our Team at North Davis Sewer District

Position: Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator (Levels I-IV)
Starting Pay: DOE

Position Overview: Join us as a valued member of our team at the NORTH DAVIS SEWER DISTRICT and have an impactful career by making difference in the community by protecting the environment at an award-winning wastewater treatment plant. As a member of our world class operations team, you will solve a variety challenging issues, be given opportunities to learn new skills, and advance in your career. The DISTRICT provides competitive pay and impressive benefits. The DISTRICT is accepting internal applications for the position of Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I through IV depending upon qualifications and will remain open until filled. Minimum qualifications are as follows:

Benefits:
• Twelve (12) paid holidays and one (1) personal day per year
• 80 hours of vacation per year to start and increases with tenure at District
• Sick leave accrual of four (4) hours per 80 hours of paid time
• Retirement benefits through Utah Retirement System
• 100% paid health and dental insurance; option for a "Health In-Lieu Payment" for qualifying coverage
• Life insurance
• Training opportunities for career advancement

Major Duties:
• Use a variety of hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, and shovels
• Monitor, maintain facility processes and equipment through sampling, observation, and instrumentation
• Respond to and participate in on-call emergency calls
• Operate vehicles in the performance of duties or to attend training programs
• Other duties as assigned

Education & Experience:
• Graduation from High School or GED equlivent.
• Minimum Experience as follows:
A. Five (5) years experience in treatment plant operations (Grade IV Operator)
B. Four (4) years experience in treatment plant operations (Grade III Operator)
C. Two (2) years experience in treatment plant operations (Grade II Operator)
D. Entry level 2 years work experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preference may be given to a candidate who currently has a Utah Wastewater Treatment Operator Certification Grade IV.

Physical Demands:
• May be exposed to wind, rain, cold temperatures, noxious odors, noise, gases, and potential contact with wastewater
• Ability to fit through a manhole
• Ability to lift 100 pounds
• Treatment plant operator is required to work swing shift

Application Process:
Interested candidates must complete an employment application, available online at www.ndsd.org. Applicants will be screened, and the most qualified will be invited to the next step, which may include a treatment plant tour, and a panel interview. Upon conditional offer, the candidate must successfully pass a background check and drug test. Salary will be determined based on experience. A signing bonus will be given to current Utah wastewater operators. These positions are open until filled.