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The City of Jackson only accepts applications and resumes for posted job openings. If you are interested in working for the City of Jackson and would like to submit general information about yourself for future job openings, you may complete a skills card. Skills cards are kept on file for one year and may be updated as needed.
The City of Jackson also has temporary, part-time and summer positions. You may complete an application for these positions by clearly marking the application as temporary.
To apply, please complete and sign the City of Jackson job application packet. Please send the signed documents to the Personnel Department via fax or U.S. mail. Applicants may e-mail their information, but are required to follow-up with a signed paper copy.
CITY OF JACKSON, MICHIGAN
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
DEPARTMENT OF PERSONNEL AND LABOR RELATIONS
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT FOR: Sludge Equipment Operator/Mechanic
General Summary:
Under the general supervision of the Sludge or Maintenance Supervisor, works on an assigned shift to operate and maintain various types of sludge handling and wastewater process equipment at the Wastewater Treatment Plant and /or pumping stations.
Typical Duties:
1. Reads and comprehends equipment manuals explaining the operation and maintenance of machinery.
2. Troubleshoots and reports equipment malfunctions, operating problems, and abnormalities at the treatment plant and pumping stations to the supervisor.
3. Performs preventive maintenance on treatment plant process equipment, buildings, and vehicles.
4. Maintains and cleans process equipment tanks, structures, buildings, and vehicles.
5. Transfers sludge from digesters to storage tanks or sludge drying beds according to standard pumping procedures.
6. Ensures excess water is drained from sludge drying beds and verifies that sludge is properly contained.
7. Operates front-end loaders to stir and remove sludge from drying beds.
8. Operates truck and trailer units, transporting liquid or dry sludge to and from the treatment plant as instructed.
9. Performs scheduled maintenance such as vehicle oil and filter changes, lubrication, and tuneups.
10. Performs maintenance work that includes installation and replacement of treatment plant process and pumping station equipment. This equipment consists of items such as: mechanical bar screens, various types of pumps, gear and chain drives, electric motors, and other types of rotary equipment which may involve disassembly and reassemble, repacking and replacement of bearings and seals, adjustments, balancing, and alignment.
11. Operates and maintains various sludge handling equipment or treatment process equipment.
12. Occasionally uses cutting, welding, and brazing equipment to improve or repair existing equipment.
13. Maintains plant and park grounds, plows and shovels snow, etc. as needed.
14. Maintains and cleans work area, trucks, equipment and tools.
15. Assists with emergency maintenance work upon request of the supervisor. May be required to be “on call” and carry a pager.
16. Reports on a time card and/or job ticket the jobs worked on and the equipment and materials used. Prepares regular reports as required.
17. May perform work of lower classified employee, as assigned.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned this classification. Such statements are descriptive and explanatory but not restrictive. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified. The listing of particular examples of duties does not preclude the assignment of other tasks of related kind or character or of lesser skills.
Physical Aspects of Job:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands and fingers, talk, and hear. The employee must be able to squat, kneel, and climb steps. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 pounds of material. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must also be able to enter, exit, and operate a motor vehicle.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works both indoors and outdoors. The employee may work near moving mechanical equipment. The employee works with hazardous chemicals and irritants, using appropriate personal protective equipment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally loud.
Minimum Qualifications and/or Requirements:
Must possess a valid Michigan driver’s license and good driving records at time of appointment and must maintain the license during employment in this classification. Must be licensed to operate job required equipment as mandated by State law within 6 months from day of appointment, and must maintain such licenses and endorsements (currently a CDL License Type A with an N endorsement) for the duration of employment in this classification. Must be a high school graduate or have a GED. It is desired that the person have municipal wastewater treatment experience or heavy truck driving/maintenance work experience.
In addition to the above requirements, all City positions require: the ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language as necessary for the position; the ability to follow written and oral instructions; and the ability to get along with other employees and members of the public. City employees are also expected to possess and maintain a record of orderly law-abiding citizenship, sobriety, integrity and loyalty as it pertains to and reflects upon their employment with the City; and must be physically and mentally able to perform the duties of their position without excessive absences.
Selection Process:
The following weighing system will be used to determine the final overall score of each applicant.
Written exam (passing = 70% or better) 40%
Related work experience 20%
Recent work evaluation or recommendation 5% (applicant must provide)
Three complete work references 12% (names, address, work title, phone number)
Interview 23%
100%
Salary Schedule: Grade 305
Step 1 Step 1 ½ Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5
$32,827/yr. $33,383/yr. $33,939/yr. $35,087/yr. $36,276/yr. $37,506/yr.
Step 6 Step 7 Step 8 Step 9 Step 10
$38,772/yr $40,089/yr. $41,445/yr. $42,846/yr. $44,300/yr.
Successful candidate must have and maintain residence within 20 miles of City within one (1) year of hire date. Inquiries, resumes and applications may be directed to City of Jackson, Personnel & Labor Relations Department, 120 W. Michigan Ave., Room 702, Jackson, MI 49201; Fax (517) 788-4404 or e-mail: apply@cityofjackson.org. Applications will be received until 5:00 p.m., Friday, February 17, 2012. RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED WITHOUT COMPLETED CITY OF JACKSON APPLICATION.
(The City of Jackson does not discriminate on the basis of religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, handicapped or marital status as to: access, availability, employment, or participation in any of its programs and activities.)
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© City of Jackson, 2012
