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POSITION PURPOSE / IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION People choose Westminster, Colorado, because it is an extraordinary community with an honored past and an even more promising future. Our employees serve with a purpose and embrace our SPIRIT values of Service, Pride, Integrity, Responsibility, Innovation and Teamwork. We are known as a caring, team-oriented working environment with a commitment to excellence. Innovation and creativity are encouraged, where visionary people who want to see their projects and programs implemented thrive. Westminster’s work culture encourages passionate, positive and enthusiastic employees. Our mission is clear: We deliver exceptional value and quality of life to our citizens. This is technically skilled work in the operation and maintenance of a 9.8 MGD Class A Wastewater Treatment Facility (WWTF) along with a 10 MGD Reclaimed Water Treatment Facility (WTF). This position requires independent working abilities on an assigned shift and will be required to be on a rotating shift. The facility is staffed 24 hours per day, seven (7) days a week. The operator must demonstrate flexibility, and be willing to accommodate changes in the work schedule as required, to provide vacation and general leave coverage for coworkers. The Plant Operator will receive training and instruction to learn the essential functions of a Plant Operator I - IV. This is a safety sensitive position. The full salary range for this position is stated above. The starting range of pay is dependent on qualifications and experience of each individual candidate. Starting position and pay for Plant Operators is also dependent on the applicant’s current State of Colorado Wastewater Plant Operator’s Certificate, as follows: 2023 Class D License: Plant Operator I ($55,910 - $71,552) Class C License: Plant Operator II ($60,112 - $76,918) Class B License: Plant Operator III ($64,605 - $82,680) Class A License: Plant Operator IV ($69,451 - $89,899) Westminster is offering a $2,000 Hiring Bonus for ALL newly hired Plant Operators (Trainee - IV). All new Plant Operator Trainee - IV’s will receive $2,000 within the first month of employment. In the event that a newly hired Plant Operator Trainee - IV leaves the City within 12 months of hire date, reimbursement for the entire signing bonus may be required. This recruitment will remain open until all positions are filled. Candidates will be contacted with their status within two (2) weeks of submitting their application. The City of Westminster offers a bonus of up to $1,500 per year depending on the employee’s fluency in Spanish, Hmong, Laotian and/or American Sign Language (ASL). ORGANIZATIONAL COMPETENCIES AND CULTURAL VALUES/GENERAL COMPETENCIES The City's work culture encourages passionate, positive and enthusiastic employees who, along with our City Council and City Manager, are strong supporters of our mission: Westminster’s purpose is to provide core services and foster economic resilience to give our community the opportunity to thrive. Westminster is a city of beautiful, safe, well-maintained neighborhoods and destinations with a vibrant, diverse economy, rich and resilient environment and a strong sense of community belonging. Our core values are embodied in our SPIRIT (Service - Pride - Integrity - Responsibility - Innovation - Teamwork). This position supports the goals of the Public Works and Utilities Department, which maintains and enhances the safety and well-being of the community by providing exceptional water and wastewater service and maintaining the city’s extensive network of street infrastructure. The department continuously strives to meet the needs of the community by constantly focusing on customer service, efficient and effective utilization of resources, safety, innovation, and teamwork. Every employee is accountable to: Demonstrate a high level of customer service; encourage others to focus on the customer; foster an environment where customer service is a priority Communicate with customers to ensure that, where possible, they are satisfied, and that their needs are being addressed; solicit and evaluate customer feedback Act as an ambassador by understanding and fostering the organization's mission and vision Exhibit pride in self, the department, the city, and the community; conduct self in a professional manner Demonstrate integrity and builds trust through credibility, reliability, commitment, loyalty and ethical behavior Address difficult or contentious issues in a constructive manner Support/promote change; demonstrate flexibility, and take calculated risks when appropriate Participate in personal growth opportunities, and attend trainings designed to enhance capacity to bring new skills and ideas to the job and the organization Work to continuously improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the service or product being delivered Demonstrate support for team efforts by accepting new roles and responsibilities, and helping others achieve objectives Value diversity; demonstrate an awareness of differences; demonstrate sensitivity, and adapt behaviors and communication to accommodate these differences GENERAL COMPETENCIES Citywide - Every employee in this position is accountable to: Establish effective interpersonal relationships through honest, open communication and follow-through on commitments Recognize personal strengths and weaknesses, and target areas for personal self-development Demonstrate initiative in performing job tasks Exhibit problem-solving skills leading to sound judgment and quality decisions Achieve goals, handle assigned workload and new assignments effectively; demonstrate an ability to work independently Communicate effectively with individuals and groups using clear and concise verbal and written communications Demonstrate accountability for work, and take ownership in job performance Demonstrate concern for the accuracy and quality of work; take steps to correct mistakes and improve the overall product Job Specific - Every employee in this position must be able to: Demonstrate knowledge of general mechanical, hydraulic, and scientific principles used in municipal wastewater treatment Perform thorough daily operator walk-through inspections of both treatment facilities to detect problems with equipment Collect and analyze daily plant samples for process control, and record all data and notes in operator log Demonstrate proper use and maintenance of tools and equipment Demonstrate knowledge of SCADA, Word, Excel, Outlook, CityWorks, and other data management and workflow tracking platforms Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, citizens, and other City employees Demonstrate ability to work with minimal supervision, as well as the ability to follow written and oral instructions Demonstrate ability to work independently on all rotating shifts, which include nights, weekdays, weekends, holidays, and on-call as required Demonstrate safe work habits, and a willingness to follow all department and City policies Demonstrate thorough understanding of all current wastewater regulations, reclaimed water regulations, as well as discharge permit requirements of Big Dry Creek WWTF and Notice of Authorization requirements of the Reclaimed WTF JOB SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS Essential Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Tasks 1. Operates a wastewater treatment facility and a reclaimed water treatment facility on a rotating shift basis making periodic checks of plant mechanical equipment, including: Preliminary treatment, secondary treatment (activated sludge Biological Nutrient Removal), Ultraviolet light for disinfection, sludge thickening, re-use processes and water reclamation processes Performing operational control tests to check overall plant efficiency used to maintain discharge regulations for Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and Environmental Protection Agency Monitoring facility SCADA system and making adjustments to the facility via computer terminals throughout the facility Monitoring the receiving of raw domestic sewage for treatment to remove inorganic matter by physical removal and organic compounds by physical and biological means 2. Makes microscopic examinations of the secondary treatment at regular intervals to insure proper balance in the system, including: Interpreting data and making corrections in plant operations to maintain discharge standards set by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and Environmental Protection Agency Completing proper log sheets, charts, reports, lab analysis and data entry to produce data on which future adjustments can be based 3. The operator must also monitor the reclaimed water treatment and distribution system, including: Making adjustments to the system as the flow demand increases or decreases Monitoring the production and making chemical feed adjustments based on water quality analysis 4. Driving is essential for this position; must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a safe driving record 5. Maintains regular and punctual attendance Other Duties and Responsibilities 1. Cleans and maintains assigned plant areas on a continuing basis 2. Addresses public questions and concerns 3. Operates sludge conditioning equipment as needed 4. Utilizes required personal protective equipment and safety apparatus Incumbent is accountable for all duties of this job and other projects and responsibilities may be added at the City's discretion. POSITION REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS/PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS Education, Experience, Skills, Formal Training, Licenses, and Certifications Required : Graduation from high school or completion of GED Two (2) years of experience in Wastewater Plant Operation or related field Class D Colorado Wastewater Plant Operator’s certification or higher Must possess a valid driver’s license, provide proof of a safe driving record, and maintain a safe driving record for continued employment Safety sensitive positions are subject to random drug and alcohol testing Preferred : Class C, B, or A Colorado Wastewater Plant Operator’s certificate Experience in activated sludge type treatment system, specifically Biological Nutrient Removal CPR/first aid knowledge Minimum three (3) years of experience in water/wastewater College coursework or degree in watershed science, environmental science, biology, chemistry, or closely related field of study Incumbent will progress from Plant Operator I-IV upon the receipt of proper Colorado Wastewater Plant Operator’s certification, as follows: Class D: Plant Operator I Class C: Plant Operator II Class B: Plant Operator III Class A: Plant Operator IV Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience, which would provide the required knowledge and skills, may be considered. Physical Requirements This position is physical in nature and requires sufficient physical stamina and strength to: Constantly sit, stand and walk through a multilevel water/wastewater treatment facility Occasionally squat, bend and kneel to perform inspections and repairs; Occasionally crawl through confined spaces, climb ladders up to forty (40) feet and balance at various heights; Occasionally reach overhead and below shoulder to perform inspections and repairs; Frequent twisting to operate valves and move equipment Frequent light/firm grasp, fine manipulation and handling to perform daily office tasks and equipment repair and maintenance Frequent step up/down and actuate mechanism to safely enter, exit and operate vehicles and equipment Normal near and far acuity and hearing are needed to identify potential mechanical problems and hazards Constantly lift and carry twenty (20) pounds 200 yards to move supplies and equipment to work area; occasionally lift and carry up to 100 pounds up to ten (10) feet to move chemical bags and other supplies to work area; occasionally push/pull up to 120 pounds with the use of a dolly or pallet jacks to store chemicals and heavier equipment WORKING CONDITIONS Work is constantly performed indoors and outdoors with occasional exposure to extreme temperatures during a mandatory twelve-hour shift. While performing the duties of this job, the employee works near moving mechanical parts and high-speed rotating equipment; work can be performed in high and precarious places with exposure to wet or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, must be able to pass a respirator fit-test. Operators are required to work in confined spaces as required. Required Materials and Equipment May operate light equipment and machinery used in Wastewater Treatment operations, such as: forklifts, dump buckets, pallet jacks, sampling boats, snowplows, lab equipment, sludge pumps, centrifugal air blowers, influent pumps, general shop equipment, air compressors, welders, hydraulic pump units, two-way radios, cellular phones and chlorine feeders. Personal computers and keyboards, telephones, adding machines, and other basic office equipment. PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS Background check including employment references, criminal history and driving record review Drug screen Physical Must be legally entitled to work in the United States The City of Westminster offers a comprehensive benefit package including: Health and Dental Flexible Spending Pension/ Retirement Plans Term Life Insurance Long-term Disability Survivor Benefits Wellness Program Education and Training Reimbursement General leave that provides vacation, holidays, and illness leave For a more detailed overview of our General Non Exempt employee benefit package: 2023 Benefit Package The City of Westminster does not participate in the Social Security system.In lieu of social security contributions, the city contributes to a 401(a) defined contribution plan on your behalf. 401(a) Contribution Rates: Employee Mandatory Contribution: 11% of your base pay. Contributions are pre-tax and fully vested. Employer Contribution: 11.25%of your base pay. Employer Contribution Vesting Schedule Less than 3 years - 0% 3 years- 60% 4 years - 80% 5+ years - 100% Closing Date/Time: 6/30/2023 11:59 PM Mountain