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Clermont County Water and Sewer WRD Operator 1-WR in Batavia, Ohio
Plant Operator 1, 2 or 3 - Water Division Water Resources Department Pay Range - $20.50 - $26.35 Dependent on Qualifications Full Time, Bargaining Unit Position FLSA Non-Exempt, Classified 120 Day Probationary Period Clermont County offers a great benefits package to its full-time employees including, but not limited to: • Paid Holidays - 11 days per year • Paid Sick Leave - 15 days per year with unlimited carryover of unused days • Paid Vacation -- up to 5 weeks with 25 years of service • Paid Personal Leave -- up to 3 days per year • Tuition Reimbursement Program • Student Loan Forgiveness -- Public service employees may be eligible for student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program • Health, Dental and Vision Insurance (single to family plan options to fit your needs) • Life Insurance - $25,000 at no cost to employee; option to purchase supplemental coverage for self and spouse/child(ren) • Long-term Disability -- at no cost to employee • Ohio Public Employee Retirement System - Employees contribute 10% of salary and employer contributes 14%. (Employees do not pay federal social security tax from income; all contributions go directly towards OPERS.) • Supplemental Deferred Compensation Plans -- employees may contribute to tax-deferred supplemental retirement accounts. Operator 1 (Unlicensed $20.50 - $22.00; Licensed $22.00 - $26.50 hourly) High school diploma or GED equivalent. Must be able to obtain a valid Ohio Class 1 Water Operator's License as issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (OEPA) within two (2) years from the date of hire. Must possess basic skills in mathematics, including ability to calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages; perform simple addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. Must be able to adapt to changing regulations and situations in order to maximize efficiency. This position involves exposure to extreme temperatures, loud noises, fumes and inclement weather. This work involves moderate lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, stooping and bending activities as well as use of all major muscle groups for sustained periods of time. Working in close proximity to motorized equipment and tools require normal vision and hearing acuity. Must have and maintain a valid driver's license. -or education, training, and/or experience in an amount equal to the Minimum Qualifications stated above. Under minimal supervision operates treatment plants and process control equipment in compliance with regulatory requirements utilizing skills and knowledge. Makes independent operational decisions, adjusting work where necessary to insure compliance with all State and Federal statues, County Rules and Regulations, and Water Resources Department operational needs. Representative duties include: Performs any task necessary for the efficient operation of water treatment facilities. Performs necessary tasks needed to insure compliance with all regulations. Makes operational changes necessary to obtain the highest standards of treatment possible. Maintains treatment plant system components. Performs general housekeeping duties. Remains current on technological advancements. Assists maintenance staff with corrective and preventative maintenance tasks. May be required to operate a county vehicle in the performance of essential duties. Works alone or with other persons in short- or long-term team projects to resolve problems or conflicts in any area of county operations or to complete assigned projects at the direction of any county supervisor or Department Head when assigned. Participates in cross-training and maintains proficiency in area of cross-training as necessary. New and other related duties as assigned. Reports safety/risk management issues to immediate supervisor. Operator 2 ($25.00 - $29.00 hourly) High school diploma or GED equivalent. Possession of valid Ohio C