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Below please find a joint press release that went out from the American Water Works Association and the Water Environment Federation announcing the release of the Water Sector Competency Model, which defines the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities, for prospective water professionals and encourages careers in the water sector.

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WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR II

WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT

ESTHERVILLE, IOWA

The City of Estherville (pop. 6656) located in Northwest Iowa has an opening for an operator at our Municipal Treatment Plant. Estherville has a 2.0 MGD Activated Sludge Plant with Trickling Filters.

This position involves responsibility for routine and emergency operation of plant processes and equipment. Also requires grounds maintenance as well as specialized equipment in the collection system. Must be able to keep accurate records and take meter readings, must learn wastewater laboratory operations, occasional lifting manhole cover and other items greater than 75 pounds, operate sludge hauling equipment, adjust and lubricate equipment as needed. Experience in welding, industrial electrical wiring and maintenance preferred. Weekend work and a rotating on call schedule are required.

Starting wage dependent on qualifications and experience plus a generous fringe benefit program.

Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent. Iowa Grade II Wastewater Treatment Plant Certificate preferred.

This position requires the individual to successfully pass the Iowa Grade I Wastewater Exam with in twelve (12) months of employment and pass the Iowa Grade II Wastewater Exam with in three (3) years of employment.

Must have a valid drivers license, and obtain a Class “B” Iowa Commercial Drivers License with tanker and airbrake endorsements within six (6) months of employment.

Residency required within city limits within 6 months.

To be considered for this position you must complete an application. Resumes may be submitted, but not in place of an application. Contact City Hall and request application packet:

City of Estherville
P.O. Box 417
Estherville, IA 51334
(712) 362-7771
m.menendez@cityofestherville.org

Closing Date: 4:30 p.m. March 19, 2010


WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR or ASSISTANT OPERATOR

WATER POLLUTION CONTROL PLANT

AMES, IOWA

The City of Ames is accepting applications from qualified candidates to fill one vacancy in the Water & Pollution Control Department. Actual classification as WPC Plant Assistant Operator or WPC Plant Operator will depend on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. WPC Plant Assistant Operator salary range is $18.89-21.54/hr. WPC Plant Operator salary range is $21.54-$28.66/hr. Work shift involves combinations of 8 and 12-hour days, including evening and weekend shifts on a rotating schedule.

To review the minimum qualifications of each position and for submitting an on-line application, please go to www.cityofames.org/hrweb/jobops.htm. Completed application and supplemental questionnaire must be received by Friday, March 19 at 5:00 p.m. Residency Requirement.

 
 

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