Principal Wastewater Facilities Operator
Principal Wastewater Facilities Operator We are pleased to offer the opportunity to work within the DuPage County Department of Public Works as a Principal Wastewater Facilities Operator. DuPage County is an equal opportunity employer. This position is eligible for our complete benefit package including medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, pension, deferred compensation plan, tuition reimbursement, pre-paid legal and credit union. As a team member at DuPage County, you will also have access to time off with pay on Designated Holidays or holiday pay if required to work, Vacation time, Sick time and Paid Leave.
To learn more about the cost and coverage of the benefits plan, visit Employees Benefit Information. For detailed information on paid time off, visit Employee Policy Manual, Section 5.
Responsibilities Responsibilities include:
Recommends hires and promotions, directs and evaluates employment decisions for all assigned positions
Ensures the proper and efficient operation and maintenance of plants for which assigned
Supervises the work of subordinate personnel engaged in plant operations and maintenance
Operates, oils and adjusts machinery
Trains personnel in the areas of laboratory analysis, operations and maintenance procedures
Prepares all administrative reports and recordkeeping
Follows directives given for emergency repair work
Records tests on daily worksheets
Ensures cleanliness and maintenance of buildings and equipment in accordance with environmental protection regulations
Designs training programs for personnel
Requirements Include Requirements include the following experience or equivalent combination of training and experience:
Completion of a High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma equivalent
Four years experience in a water treatment plant, pumping station, or sewage treatment plant
One year in a supervisory capacity
Illinois Class I Wastewater Operators Certificate
Valid Illinois driver's license.
A post offer physical is required. A pre-employment background check is required.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Heavy Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than for medium work. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work will occur in an office and field environment. The work environment for this position regularly includes working in varies outside weather conditions, near moving mechanical parts, with hazardous chemicals, and with fumes or airborne particles.