Water Operator I

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

CITY OF UNALASKA, AK
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC UTILITIES

Open Date: 4/8/19
Close Date: 4/29/19

Position: (2 Openings) Water Operator I
Salary: [Union Position Step 1-3] $31.87 – $33.15 Hourly

The Unalaska Department of Public Utilities is accepting applications for the positions of two Water Operators I located in the number one commercial fishing port in the United States, the International Port of Dutch Harbor. Unalaska Alaska is a coastal community located in the Eastern Aleutian Islands with a multi-cultural population of approximately 4,000 full-time residents with season 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. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: This is an entry level position, which under the supervision of the Water Supervisor, performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled and technical work in the construction, operation, repair, maintenance and replacement of City water collection and treatment systems.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Knowledge or ability for inspecting, servicing, preventative maintenance and adjusting equipment to ensure effective operation of motors, pumps, boilers, filters, chemical systems and other equipment used in water treatment plants. Operates valves and gates; starts and stops pumps, engines and generators; and operates all other process equipment to control flow and treatment processes as may be required. Monitors gauges, meters, and control devices; interprets and records readings; observes variations in operating conditions and test results to determine processing requirements. Maintains records, diagnoses equipment and operations malfunctions, requisitions supplies and reports malfunctions to obtain corrective action. Collects samples and performs standard water treatment tests or analysis as necessary, and applies corrective measures to treatment processes to complete routine assignment and provide utility line locates. Ability and willingness to comply with all City policies and regulations outlined by OSHA and the standards for safety.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: High school diploma and or GED required; Combination of education and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis Two years of experience relating to the operation, construction, repair and/or maintenance of water distribution or treatment systems, including the operation of related maintenance equipment is preferred

LICENCES & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be at least 18 years of age. Must have or ability to obtain an Alaska Commercial Drivers License Class B with H endorsement within 180 days of hire. Obtain within one year of hire the State of Alaska Water Distribution I and Water Treatment I Certifications. Ability to pass all required pre-employment testing i.e. Criminal background and History and Drug Testing.

BENEFITS: Travel allowance $1,500 every year on your date of hire. Medical premium 100% employer paid (employee & dependents) Paid Time Off starting at 8 hours per pay period. Eligible for PERS retirement.

TO APPLY: Submit a City of Unalaska Application. All necessary forms are available at City Hall, Administration Dept. 907-581-1252, or by downloading at www.ci.unalaska.ak.us Return completed forms to City of Unalaska Attn: Administration P.O Box 610, Unalaska, AK 99685, email [email protected] or fax 907-581-4469

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Unalaska is an Employer of National Service and encourages AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni to apply