Plant Operator B
Salary: $54,100.80 – $59,030.40 Annually
Location: City Hall, MI
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2025-0054
Department: Department of Water and Wastewater Treatment
Division: Wastewater Treatment
Description
Open to SEIU hourly members and the public
SEIU Hourly members must apply within the first 14 days of this posting to be considered as an in-house candidate. Any applications received after the first 14 days will be considered with applications from the public.
Applications will be screened. Those qualified will be invited to participate in a performance test and an oral interview. Applicants must successfully pass each of the selection processes by 70% or better to proceed in the process.
This posting is subject to close after 14 days.
Responsible for operating plant processes, equipment, and machinery; conducting routine laboratory analyses; collecting and reporting data; performing general maintenance and mechanical repair; and serving as lead worker on assigned shifts or projects.
Major Duties
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Inspect, clean, and lubricate plant equipment such as boilers, pumps, motors, incinerators, and related machinery.
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Monitor and record equipment performance, gauges, and charts for treatment plant and remote facilities; adjust, repair, and replace equipment as needed.
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Maintain accurate records of plant operations and activities.
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Perform routine maintenance and assist with major repairs on pumps, valves, motors, regulators, and other equipment.
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Conduct laboratory tests to monitor and adjust plant operations as required.
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Perform maintenance tasks, including cleaning equipment, janitorial work, painting, and assisting with equipment or facility modifications; provide emergency maintenance as needed.
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Operate all plant and pumping station equipment.
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Adjust pumps and chemical feeds based on flow and treatment demands.
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Work at remote facilities as needed.
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Perform other related duties as required.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.
Job Requirements
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High school diploma or GED.
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Minimum one (1) year of experience in plant operations or industrial maintenance required.
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Possession of or ability to obtain Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certification, Class D within 2 test cycles and Class C within 6 test cycles.
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Experience with preventative maintenance and basic repair of pumps, motors, or related mechanical/electrical equipment, including the ability to identify and report potential issues.
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Knowledge of materials, procedures, and equipment used in wastewater treatment plant maintenance and operations.
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Understanding of hydraulic systems including open channel and pressure systems, as well as interrelated plant systems such as chemical feed, water systems, and sludge handling.
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Valid State of Michigan driver’s license, maintained in good standing.
Working Conditions
This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 50 pounds of force. Work requires frequent standing and walking, occasional sitting, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, reaching with hands and arms, pushing or pulling. Work requires little grasping or small precise hand movements. Work has standard vision and hearing requirements, and vocal communication is required to express ideas.
Work has frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, toxic or caustic chemicals, outdoor weather conditions, fumes or airborne particles, gases, grease/oils, odors, vibrations, and exposure to bloodborne pathogens. Work requires occasional use of protective devices such as Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus, respirator, masks, goggles, and gloves. Work requires infrequent exposure to high precarious places, below ground level, in confined spaces, and risk of electrical shock. Work is generally in a loud, noisy location (e.g. heavy traffic, large earth-moving equipment).
The City recommends immunization against Tetanus and Hepatitis A and B. The City will provide immunizations; employees may decline.
Must be able to work a rotating shift including nights, holidays, and weekends as assigned.
The City of Saginaw is committed to hiring individuals who are authorized to work in the United States. Proof of eligibility is required; the City will not sponsor visas.
The City of Saginaw is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
