Water Operator in Training

The City of Unalaska is accepting applications for the position of Temporary Water Operator in Training for the Department of Public Utilities.  Located in the central Aleutian Islands, Unalaska, Alaska is a multicultural coastal community of approximately 4,500 full- time residents and is home to the number one commercial fishing port in the United States, the International Port of Dutch Harbor.

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 unskilled work in the construction, operation, repair, maintenance, and replacement of City water production, treatment and distribution systems.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Participates in the installation, maintenance, operation, and repair of water production, treatment and distribution systems. Assists with inspecting, preventative maintenance, servicing, and adjusting equipment to ensure effective operation of motors, pumps, blowers, chemical systems, and other equipment used in the various water plants. Assists in the operation of valves, gates and all other process equipment to control flow and treatment processes. May start / stop pumps and generators as required. Assists with maintaining records, diagnosing equipment and operations malfunctions, requisitioning supplies, and reporting malfunctions to obtain corrective action. This may include data entry associated with Cartegraph and other computer related items. Ability and willingness to comply with all City policies and regulations outlined by OSHA regulations and City of Unalaska safety standards. Maintain good communication with public and co-workers.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: 
High school diploma or equivalent. 
Three months or more of experience relating to the operation, construction, repair, and/or maintenance of water treatment and distribution systems, including the operation of related maintenance equipment preferred. 
Knowledge of machinery and equipment as well as the occupational hazards and safety precautions applicable to the work preferred. 
Working knowledge of computers in a Windows environment. 
Other equivalent combination of experience and education which could be substituted for the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.

LICENSES & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be at least 18 years of age. High school diploma or GED. 
Valid Driver's License (Alaska preferred). 
Ability to pass all required pre-employment testing i.e. Criminal background and History and Drug Testing. 
Must be eligible to work in the US; requirements by Federal Law if hired must complete employment eligibility verification form (I-9). Ability to work outside in inclement weather.

 BENEFITS: None 

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 [job openings/Employment Forms Link]. Return completed forms to City of Unalaska Attn: Administration Department, P.O. Box 610, Unalaska, AK 99685; email to [email protected] or send by fax to 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.