Paducah Water – Water Treatment Plant Operator

Description:

Paducah Water operates a Class IVA 19.9 MGD municipal water treatment plant located in Paducah, Kentucky and is currently seeking applications for the full-time position of Water Treatment Plant Operator.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include testing, monitoring and adjusting chemical feed rates, preparing and maintaining daily logs, inspecting and monitoring all aspects of the treatment process, and assisting in light maintenance as required.

Minimum Qualifications:
1. Valid driver’s license
2. High school diploma or equivalent
3. Kentucky Class III or higher Water Treatment Operator License; or baccalaureate degree in engineering, biological, environmental, physical or chemical science, or equivalent, from a regionally accredited college or university.
4. Must be able to obtain a Kentucky Class IVA Water Treatment Operator’s license upon becoming eligible.

Benefits:
Paducah Water offers a full benefits package including health, vision, dental, life insurance, AD&D, paid vacation and sick leave, retirement etc.

Pay:
$21.93 to $27.41 based on experience and qualifications.

Work Hours:
Must be willing and able to work scheduled overtime as well as non-traditional schedules including nights, weekends and holidays as may be required.

Physical and Work Requirements:
1. Must participate in random drug testing program.
2. Requires climbing, bending, lifting, and carrying up to 60 lbs, as well as exposure to both hot and cold weather.
3. Must work safely in an environment where possible chemical and mechanical hazards exist.

Visit https://www.pwwky.com/employment/

Location:

Clarissa White
Paducah Water
1800 N 8th St
Paducah, KY 42001

Contact Email:

[email protected]

Website:

Phone:
(270) 444-5555

Name:

Clarissa White

Louisville MSD – Operator-in-Training (multiple openings)

Description:

Job Summary
Assists in the process operation and routine, corrective & preventive maintenance of wastewater treatment facilities. Time in this position acts as a training period to become qualified as an Operator.

Essential Job Functions
Stops, starts and adjusts process equipment. Samples, analyzes and reports information for continuous optimum operation. Monitors and identifies mechanical problems with regular direction from supervisors or guidance from Operators/Sr. Operators and responds to emergency conditions. Learns lubrication and oiling techniques. Reads and interprets various dials, gauges, flow gauges, flow integrators and charts and explosivity and toxic analyzing equipment. Learns to operate all types of valves and pumps. Learns to properly clean and paint equipment and facility areas. Learns to mix chemicals. Regulates chemical feed equipment. Performs laboratory and field tests for quality control as required by regulatory agencies. Responds to emergencies and properly notifies supervisor of problems. Assists mechanics, electricians, technicians, contractors and others to repair equipment. Maintains landscaping of buildings and grounds. Cuts grass, weeds and bushes. Assists treatment plant operators in performing general housekeeping duties. Serves on the Emergency Response Team as directed. Performs preventive and/or corrective maintenance as required. Performs other related duties as assigned or as judgment/necessity dictates.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Necessary to the Work
Knowledge of the elementary principles of chemistry and general science; ability to learn the principles and procedures relating to the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to read, understand and follow written and oral instructions; ability to safely use all tools and equipment to perform work; ability to perform physically demanding tasks as outlined above; ability to work outdoors, at night and under adverse working conditions such as inclement weather; ability to climb and work in high places and confined spaces; ability to work effectively under heavy, unpredictable surges in workload; ability to work various shifts and mandatory overtime.

Minimum Requirements
High School Diploma or GED; two years of skilled labor or related experience, or successful completion of a recognized basic wastewater treatment course or other related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. Must meet aptitude assessment requirements. Mechanical experience desired. Pump station experience is preferred. Must possess a valid driver’s license. CDL preferred. Must have an acceptable and reliable means for being contacted during off-duty hours. Must have safe work and driving habits.

Please apply on our website: https://louisvillemsd.org/careers

Location:

Miriam Fisher
Louisville MSD
700 West Liberty ST
Louisville, KY 40203

Contact Email:

[email protected]

Website:

Phone:
(502) 540-6282

Name:

Miriam Fisher

SOUTHERN MADISON WATER DISTRICT – Manager/Superintendent

Description:

SMWD IS SEEKING TO HIRE A MANAGER/SUPERINTENDENT WITH A MINIMUM OF A CLASS 2 WATER DISTRIBUTION LICENSE. THIS IS A SUPERVISORY POSITION, MANAGING THE ENTIRE FACILITY INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO OVERSEEING ACQUISITION AND DISTRIBUTION OF WATER, LABOR CREWS AND OFFICE STAFF, BUDGETING AND FINANCIALS AND CUSTOMER AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS. THE MANAGER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR CARRYING OUT THE POLICIES OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS. REQUIREMENTS ARE MINIMUM OF CLASS 2 DISTRIBUTION LICENSE, HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENT, VALID DRIVERS LICENSE, ABILITY TO WORK NIGHTS, WEEKENDS, AND DURING EMERGENCY, ABILITY TO PERFORM MANUAL LABOR, STRONG VERBAL AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATION AND COMPUTER SKILLS. SUCCESSFUL DRUG SCREENING AND SUBJECT TO CRIMINAL RECORD REVIEW.

YOU MAY SEND A RESUME TO SOUTHERN MADISON WATER DISTRICT, PO BOX 220, BEREA, KY 40403 OR EMAIL [email protected]

SOUTHERN MADISON WATER DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Location:

Tommy Bussell
SOUTHERN MADISON WATER DISTRICT
P.O. BOX 220
BEREA, KY 40403

Contact Email:

[email protected]

Website:
SOUTHERNMADISONWATERDISTRICT.COM

Phone:
(859) 986-9031

Name:

Tommy Bussell