Operator I, BP025
East Providence, RI
Full Time
Bucklin Point
Entry Level
| Title and Number of Position: | Operator I, BP025 |
| Application Period: | 11/20/2024 – 11/27/2024 |
| Salary Range: | Gr U4 / $23.82 -$30.23, starting salary: $23.82 |
| Division – Section – Unit: | Operations –Bucklin Point WWTF |
| Shift and Days: | 11 PM – 7 AM Days off: Tuesday/Wednesday |
| Location: | East Providence |
| Restrictions: | Restricted to leave to protect status until 4/20/2025 |
| Position Covered by Bargaining Unit Agreement: | Yes |
| Name of Bargaining Unit: | Council 94, Local 1010 |
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Takes and records readings of plant equipment, including temperature, pressure, and vacuum. Operates a variety of pumps, valves, gates, and switches in order to operate the plant equipment. Responds to alarms or operational problems within plant property and at remote locations and takes corrective action based on defined procedures or supervisor direction. Cleans plant equipment and facilities and maintains a safe working environment. Frequently requires operation of a forklift, Bobcat, front end loader, sweeper, scum truck, and/or pick-up truck. Collects samples, performs standard tests, and records results; notifies supervisor if readings are abnormal. Assists other operators and plant staff with cleaning, maintaining, repairing, and installing plant equipment. Receives hazardous materials (chemical deliveries) and completes appropriate paperwork. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level. As required, to drive a facility vehicle on or off site. Medium Work: exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION: High School Diploma or G.E.D. as required and authorized by Chapter 42-17 of the RI General Laws (RIGL) of 1956, as amended, Rhode Island Code of Regulations 250-RICR-150-10-5.6 C, and other applicable law.
EXPERIENCE: Performance in basic maintenance. Following Instructions. Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction. Cleaning and sanitation principles and practices.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Within one year of employment, must possess Operator-in-Training (OIT) Grade I certification license for wastewater treatment plant. A valid driver’s license in good standing is required at time of hire.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) PROVISIONS:
REASONABLE ACCOMODATION: If an applicant is unable to perform any essential job functions because of their disability but can achieve the required results by means of a REASONABLE ACCOMODATION, then the individual shall not be considered unqualified for the position.
MEDICAL INFORMATION: Successful completion of a pre-placement physical examination and drug screen will be required after a conditional offer of employment has been made.
TO APPLY:
Apply within the application period as shown on notice. This Agency does not assume responsibility for applications sent through the mail. NOTE: The Narragansett Bay Commission union contracts allow a 3-day grace period for its members only.
APPLY ONLINE OR SEND RESUMES TO: [email protected] (resumes must be in Word or PDF format), deliver to One Service Road, Providence, RI 02905 attention Human Resources, or Fax to 401-461-2242.
THE NARRAGANSETT BAY COMMISSION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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