Berea Municipal Utilities – Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I or Operator Trainee

Description:

The City of Berea is accepting applications for a Wastewater Treatment Operator Class I (or Operator Trainee) in the Utilities department. Responsibilities of this position include: Assists with the operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment facilities and grounds. Monitoring all aspects of the plant for unusual conditions and problems. Inspection and/or monitors pumps, charts, gauges, and meters daily.
Collection of wastewater samples and conducting lab tests. Preventative maintenance programs on plant and equipment; makes minor repairs and adjustments; forwards requests for major repairs to the Chief Operator. Assists with minor construction projects and the cleaning of the plant and grounds. Assists with the preparation of reports. Responds to calls in emergency situations at all hours. Performs other duties
as required or requested.
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, possess a valid Kentucky Driver’s License, and hold a high school diploma (or equivalent). Applicant MUST obtain Class I, II, III, and IV Wastewater Treatment Operators License within one (1) year after meeting experience requirements at each level. Experience in the process of wastewater treatment and/or collections within the utility setting preferred but not required.

Starting Pay: $16.50 per hour for Trainee Level or $18.03 per hour with Class I Operator License

Applications are available online and may be e-mailed to HR@bereaky.gov or mailed to: City of Berea, ATTN: HR, 212 Chestnut Street, Berea KY 40403. Resumes will not be accepted unless accompanied by an application. For a full list of benefits, please visit
the City’s website. The City of Berea is an equal opportunity employer and Certified Drug-Free workplace.

Location:

Kevin Howard
Berea Municipal Utilities
200 Harrison Road
Berea, KY 40403

Contact Email:

khoward@bereaky.gov

Website:
www.bereaky.gov

Phone:
(859) 582-0060

Name:

Kevin Howard