Water Treatment Plant Operator I

There’s never been a better time to explore a future with the City of Dover. We are looking for a motivated individual to join our Water Treatment Division as a Water Treatment Plant Operator I. The essential function of the Water Treatment Plant Operator I position is to operate and maintain water treatment equipment.

· Monitoring water treatment processes, adjusting chemical and physical processes, and maintaining logs and records.

· Maintaining water treatment or general plant equipment and systems; general clean-up of plant.

· Performing work at various water treatment facilities located throughout the City’s water system.

· Plumbing and minor electrical repairs in addition to equipment repair and installation as required.

· Measuring of chemicals, introduction of chemicals to the public water supply, understanding of instrumentation and working in an environment subject to rapid change.

· Problem-solving ability including ability to perform in demanding, high-stress, emergency situations that require quick decision making skills.

· High school diploma or GED.

· Valid Delaware Driver’s License.

· Ability to obtain Approved Sampler/Tester certification through the State of Delaware licensing system within six (6) months of employment.

· Ability to obtain a license as a Water Treatment Plant Operator through the State of Delaware licensing system within one (1) year of employment.

· Working on a 24-7 rotating schedule, as well as working on federal holidays.

· Equivalent of one (1) year of college or vocational school education in chemistry, water treatment, or a closely related field.

· Experience in both mechanical maintenance and in the operation of water treatment facilities.

To view the entire job description, please visit: https://www.cityofdover.com/job-titles-and-rates and click on DOE Union Employees Job Titles

A criminal background investigation and driver’s license review will be required. Candidates may be given a job-related test during the interview.

· Health, dental, vision and group life insurance

· 401a and 457 deferred compensation plans

· Paid vacation and sick leave

· City of Dover employment application (www.cityofdover.com/jobs)

Ethical conduct and honest behavior are our basic organizational values. Candidates will be instrumental in assisting to make Dover a place where people want to live through our motto -

City of Dover is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $224.74 per hour

Work Location: In person