Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator at Borough of Pleasant Hills

The Borough of Pleasant Hills is currently seeking candidates for a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator. The applicants for the Plant Operator position must possess or be able to obtain a Class A, E Subclass 1,4 Certification within 4 years.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR

The Borough of Pleasant Hills is located in Allegheny County PA. The WWTP is a 5.0 MGD Activated Sludge Facility with two remote Pump Stations. We are responsible for treating wastewater from six different Municipalities.

Candidates must possess and maintain:

 Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License.

 High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.

Candidates must either possess or be able to obtain the following certification within 4 years:

 Class A, E Subclass 1, 4

Candidates must be able to perform the following job duties:

 Perform routine plant operations and maintenance.

 Communicate with staff and management of plant performance.

 Complete daily reports and log plant data.

 Perform testing procedures necessary to monitor plant performance.

 Must be able to work well with others and work independently at times.

 Must be able to work weekends and holidays (4hr shifts / average 12 weekends / yr)

 Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.

 Must possess initiative, judgment, dependability and cooperation in performing work assignments.

 Ability to operate tools and equipment used in wastewater plant maintenance.

 Perform cleaning and hosing of tanks and plant equipment.

 Perform other related duties as assigned.

 Starting wage is $34.46 per/hr for certified applicants and $22.40 per/hr for uncertified applicants.

Base Pay Rate varies from $22.40 or $34.46 depending upon certification status.

Pre-employment Drug/Alcohol testing and background check is required.

The Borough of Pleasant Hills offers an attractive wage, comprehensive benefit package and a workplace with an emphasis on quality and teamwork.

Please submit resumes to: Attn: Kelly Theiss, Pleasant Hills Borough, 275 Curry Hollow Rd, Building 1, Suite 220, Pittsburgh, PA 15236 or Email to kelly.theiss@pleasanthillspa.com