Job Information
Arkansas Government Job WATER FILTER/WASTE DISPOSAL PLNT OPER in Benton, Arkansas
WATER FILTER/WASTE DISPOSAL PLNT OPER
Date: Apr 12, 2024
Req ID: 38175
Location:
Benton, AR, US, 72015
Category: AR DEPT OF HUMAN SERVICES
Anticipated Starting Salary: $32,404.94
Position Number: 22099021
County: Saline
Posting End Date: 05/01/24
Anticipated Starting Salary: $32,404.94
DAABH
The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.
Hiring Manager – Eric Goins
Special Working Conditions/Preferences: Position is located at the Arkansas Health Center in Benton, AR. This position starts at a Special Entry Rate of $39,696.00.00/Annually. May require lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds. This position requires a Grade 3 Water Treatment License.
Position Information
Class Code: S030C
Grade: GS05
FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT
Salary Range: $32,405.00 - $46,987.00
Summary
The Water Filter/Waste Disposal Plant Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining water-purifying equipment and testing water samples. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy.
Functions
Cleans water filters to allow unobstructed flow of water into treatment tanks and adjusts the flow of water by regulating valves. Collects samples of water and performs simple chemical tests using meters to monitor condition of water. Cleans chemical feeders, adjusts flow gauges, and fills with proper chemicals to be added into water. Operates, maintains, and repairs water pumps, filters, chemical feeders, and water tanks to ensure proper waste water treatment. Completes daily report on operations, activities, maintenance, and repairs at the plant to inform supervisor. Collects water samples and transports to Health Department monthly for quality control testing. Performs other duties as assigned.
Dimensions
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the water treatment/waste water plant operations and procedures. Ability to operate and maintain water treatment/waste water plant equipment. Ability to conduct basic water analysis. Ability to prepare written reports.
Minimum Qualifications
The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma; plus five years of experience in environmental programs or water treatment plant operations.
Licenses
Must be licensed as a Water Treatment Plant Operator by the Department of Environmental Quality and the Pollution Control and Ecology Commission in accordance with ACA 8-5-207.
The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.
Nearest Major Market:Little Rock