Water Operator (Level I, II or III)

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
CITY OF UNALASKA
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC UTILITIES
*WATER DIVISION*

Open Date:    July 12, 2024

Close Date:    Until Filled

Position:         Water Operator (Level I, II or III)

Hiring Wage:  Level I $36.53 – $42.35 Hourly; Level II $39.09 – $45.31; Level III $41.83 – $48.49

 

The Unalaska Department of Public Utilities is accepting applications for the position of Water Operator in the Department of Public Utilities.  Located in the number one commercial fishing port in the United States, the International Port of Dutch Harbor. Unalaska, Alaska, is a coastal community in the Eastern Aleutian Islands with a multi-cultural population of approximately 4,250 full-time residents and seasonal influxes from multiple commercial fishery operations.

 

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. The duties intended to provide a representative summary are shown.

 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Under the supervision of the Water Supervisor, performs a variety of activities in the construction, operation, repair, maintenance, and replacement of City water treatment and distribution systems.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES: Following training and competency demonstration, will be responsible for inspecting, preventative maintenance, servicing, and adjusting equipment to ensure effective operation of motors, pumps, blowers, chemical systems, and other equipment used in the various water plants.   Operates valves, gates, and other equipment to control flow and treatment processes; starts/ stops pumps and generators as required.  Monitors gauges, flow meters, SCADA, and control devices; interprets and records readings. Observe variations in operating conditions and test results to determine processing requirements.  Maintains records, diagnoses equipment and operations malfunctions, requisitions, and supplies, and takes remedial action to correct and/or report malfunctions. Collects samples, performs standard water treatment tests or analyses as necessary, and applies corrective measures to treatment processes. Ability to obtain knowledge concerning the City of Unalaska, State of Alaska DEC, and Federal EPA policies, ordinances, and regulations regarding water system operations.  Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Good interpersonal and problem-solving skills are required.

 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma and or GED required.

Specific hiring level and rate of pay depending on certification and years of experience.

 

For Level I: minimum two years of experience relating to the operation, construction, repair and/or maintenance of water treatment distribution systems, including the operation of related maintenance equipment. State of AK DEC Water Treatment Level 1 and DEC Water Distribution Level 1 Certification are required.

 

For Level II: minimum three years of experience relating to the operation, construction, repair and/or maintenance of water treatment distribution systems, including the operation of related maintenance equipment. State of AK DEC Water Treatment Level 2 and DEC Water Distribution Level 2 Certifications are required.

 

For Level III: minimum of four years of experience relating to the operation, construction, repair, and/or maintenance of water treatment distribution systems, including the operation of related maintenance equipment. State of AK DEC Water Treatment Level 2 and DEC Water Distribution Level 3 Certifications are required.

 

LICENSES & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

·         Must be at least 18 years of age.

·         Must have or have the ability to obtain an Alaska Driver’s License within 90 days of hire.

·         State of Alaska Water Certifications are required within a predetermined time frame, depending upon the level.

·         Successfully pass a background test, which includes criminal background, professional, and reference check; successfully pass a pre-employment drug test.

·         Must be eligible to work in the US; if hired, must complete employment eligibility verification (I-9)

 

BENEFITS:

·         100% employer-paid medical premiums (employee & dependents)

·         100% employer-paid basic life/AD&D insurance (employee & dependents)

·         100% employer-paid LifeMed insurance (employee only)

·         Free Parks, Culture, and Recreation Membership (employee only)

·         Relocation assistance (taxable) up to $7,000, plus airfare for the employee and one family member, if applicable

·         Travel allowance of $2,500 every year on the date of hire after 1st year of employment

·         Longevity bonus of $2,000 beginning on the third (3rd) year anniversary

·         Paid Time Off starting at 16 hours a month

·         10 paid Holidays and 3 Floating Holidays per year

·         Eligible for 457 Retirement Plans with MissionSquare or Mutual of America and other Voluntary Benefits

·         Eligible for PERS Retirement (Public Employees Retirement System)

·         Up to 100% Tuition Reimbursement (must be taken while employed; refer to Title III for details)

 

TO APPLY: Submit a City of Unalaska Application. All necessary forms are available at City Hall, Administration Dept. 907-581-1252, or download at https://www.unalaska.gov/hr/page/employment-application-forms Return completed forms to the City of Unalaska Attn: Administration Department, P.O. Box 610, Unalaska, AK 99685; email hr@unalaska.gov.

 

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