WASTEWATER TREATMENT OPERATOR –

The City of Mt. Pleasant is seeking resumes from versatile, energetic, team-oriented and mechanically skilled individuals to join its Wastewater Department team.  The Wastewater treatment plant is operated and maintained by six state licensed Wastewater Treatment Operators and a Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor.  The department operates utilizing a team philosophy and values the contributions of each individual team member. 

The work schedule of this full-time Wastewater Treatment Operator vacancy is Wednesday through Sunday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  Qualifications include demonstrated mechanical and/or electrical skills and a high school diploma.  Computer skills and an aptitude for science/chemistry preferred.  Valid Michigan Driver’s License and a safe driving record required.  Following hire, attainment of a Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) Class D License within one MDEQ testing cycle is required. To be eligible to test, an employee must have worked a minimum of 2,080 hours in the wastewater treatment plant.  Testing is conducted by the MDEQ in May of each year. 

The 2009 starting base wage is $15.75/hr. (start step) to $16.47/hr. (1 year step) depending on qualifications.  2010 top base pay is $18.12/hr. (2 year step).  Top base pay is received after one or two years of employment, depending on the rate of pay received upon hire.  The hourly rate of pay is increased by procurement of MDEQ state licenses:  (2010 hourly rate) D-$1.96/hr.; C-$2.42/hr.; B-$3.06/hr.; A-$3.71/hr.  Licenses are non-cumulative.  Wage and license rates are increased annually in accordance with the Union Agreement.   

To apply, visit http://www.mt-pleasant.org/depts/hr/ftjobs.htm and follow the application instructions.  Interested individuals must submit an application and the background check release/authorization form to the City of Mt. Pleasant, Human Resources Department, 320 W. Broadway, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858-2447. Applications will be accepted through Friday, October 9, 2009.  Position will remain open until filled. 

The City of Mt. Pleasant is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  

Process Timeline: 

Selected applicants will undergo qualification testing in basic chemistry and electrical, as well as math and mechanical skills. Such testing is tentatively scheduled for Friday, October 23, 2009.  Not all applicants tested will receive an interview.  Interviews are tentatively scheduled for November 4 and 5.  Applicants selected for testing and interview will be contacted via phone or letter. 

 

SENIOR LEVEL WATER PLANT OPERATOR NEEDED 

 

Village of Holly is seeking a Senior Level Water Plant Operator employed by the Department of Public Works. Position requires the operation and maintenance of water filter plant and community wells. Must be able to test and analyze water quality to meet local and state water purity requirements. Capable to install, operate, repair water meters, pumps, motors, filters and other electrical and mechanical components of the water system. Other duties may include snow plowing, mowing, landscaping, and cement work.

Minimum qualification and licensing requirements of D-1 & D-2 Treatment Plant Operator and License, S-2 Distribution System Certificate and 2 years municipal water delivery system experience.

Interested applicants should send their résumés and inquires to Marv Swanson, DPW Supervisor, Village of Holly, 201 Elm St. Holly, MI 48442

 

The Village of Holly is an Equal Opportunity Employer