Plant Operations Specialist (WithOUT Certification) *

$46,093 - $50,836/Yr

City of Durham - Durham, NC

Full-time - Entry Level

Durham, NC

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Plant Operations Specialist position at the City of Durham is an entry-level role focused on the operation and maintenance of water treatment facilities. The specialist will work primarily at the Brown Water Treatment Plant and may assist at the Williams Water Treatment Plant as needed. This role is crucial for ensuring the delivery of safe drinking water to the community and involves various operational tasks, including monitoring equipment, maintaining records, and adhering to safety protocols. The position requires obtaining certification within one year of employment to continue in the role.

Responsibilities

• Assist with operating, adjusting, and maintaining equipment at assigned water or wastewater facilities.
• Monitor physical plant operations by observing plant processes.
• Monitor chemical feeds and collect lab samples under close supervision.
• Clean and perform minor repairs on plant equipment and assigned work areas.
• Maintain records, logs, databases, and documentation related to plant operations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED, HiSET, TASC).
• Six months of related experience in water/wastewater treatment or vocational education.
• Valid, unrestricted North Carolina driver's license or ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire.
• Basic math and chemistry skills for reading meters and interpreting readings.
• Ability to obtain NC Grade C Surface Water Treatment Certification within one year of start date.

Nice-to-haves

• One or more years of related utilities experience.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• 12-13 paid holidays per year
• 13 standard work days of vacation per year
• 13 standard work days of sick leave per year
• 2 weeks paid military leave per year
• Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental life insurance plans
• State and City retirement plans
• Short and long term disability plans
• Paid temporary disability leave for specified conditions
• City contribution of 13.6% into the N.C. State Retirement System
• Paid funeral leave
• Employee Assistance Program - personal and family counseling
• Paid life insurance equal to annual salary
• 48 hours for volunteer work each year
• 4 hours parental leave each year
• Workman's Compensation Insurance
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plans