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Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission Line Operations Apprentice in Newark, New Jersey
Line Operations Apprentice
Overview
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Date Posted:
5/30/2024
Job Code:
BC-OPAPP-4
Location:
62500 - Line Operations
Address:
600 Wilson Avenue
City:
Newark
State:
NJ
Country:
United States of America
Category:
Line Operations
Description
The Operations Apprentice is responsible for assisting experienced operators in the operation and maintenance of the collection system.
Minimum Requirements
Education: High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate. Satisfactory completion of both the Introduction to Wastewater course and Advanced Wastewater course is required. Completion of Advanced Wastewater Collections course is preferred.
License and/or Certifications: Must possess and maintain a valid New Jersey Commercial Driver’s License CDL Class B is required or obtained in one year*, CDL Class A preferred.
*( i f not a current license holder, agree to obtain a CDL within 1 year of becoming an Operations Apprentice.)
Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of experience in the wastewater collection system.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Must have knowledge of the principles and methods used in the conveyance of wastewater, as well as understand and comprehend the laws, rules and regulations pertaining to the conveyance of wastewater and combined sewer overflows. Must be knowledgeable in the occupational hazards and the safety precautions involved in the conveyance of wastewater, as well as demonstrate the ability to learn and retain technical information. Mechanical and/or problem-solving aptitude, as well as computer literacy, is required. Must be able to read, write, communicate, and understand English sufficiently to perform the functions of this position. Must be able to understand and execute oral and written directions.
Physical Demands: Ability to perform the essential functions of the position as they relate to physical and mental requirements to ensure the health and safety of oneself, and others is maintained. Must qualify for and possess the ability to perform entry into confined spaces while wearing proper PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) such as, but not limited to canister and dust masks as well as SCBA ( Self Contained Breathing Apparatus). Perform physical activities that require considerable use of the arms, legs and the whole body, such as climbing (including ladders), lifting up to 50 lbs., balancing, walking, stooping and handling heavy objects.
Working Conditions: Workers are employed in conditions associated with a wastewater treatment plant and sewer collection system and will be required to work indoors and outdoors.
To Apply: All applicants meet the NJ First Act residency requirements.