Maintenance Operator - Wastewater

Iowa City IA

Description

Maintenance Operator – Wastewater Wastewater Division Public Works Department Application deadline: Monday, March 22, 2021 Visit www.icgov.org/jobs to apply online One permanent full-time position available Full salary range: $50,648.00 - $64,792.00 Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 3:30pm Job summary: Under general direction, inspects, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs all hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical and mechanical equipment at wastewater treatment facilities. Performs specialized construction, modifications and installation of equipment and structures. Minimum qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required. Iowa DNR Grade I Wastewater Operator certificate required. Iowa DNR Grade II Wastewater Operator certificate required within 2 years of appointment. One year of wastewater plant experience required. Or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must live within 17 miles of the corporate limits of Iowa City, Iowa within one year of appointment to the position. Valid Iowa Class B commercial driver's license with air brake and tank endorse¬ments with satisfactory driving record required. Valid Iowa Class A commercial driver's license required within 6 months of hire. This position is subject to federal drug testing requirements including screening through the FMCSA Clearinghouse. A pre-employment drug screen is required. Must be 18 years of age per Iowa Code 92.8. Must pass criminal background check. Preferred qualifications: Associates degree or equivalent from an educational institution accredited by a DOE recognized accreditation body preferred. Three years of related experience and/or training in wastewater treatment field preferred. Backflow prevention certification preferred. Confined space entry training preferred. Forklift certification preferred. More information: A full job description including a listing of essential duties and responsibilities and necessary knowledge, skills and abilities is available at www.icgov.org/jobs under Job Descriptions. It is the policy of the City of Iowa City to afford equal employment opportunities for all employees and potential City employees.