on February 4, 2012 at 5:13am.
Employment
TOWNSHIP EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
FIELD SERVICES OPERATOR
(Full-Time, Non-Exempt)
Posted January 6, 2012
Reports to: Distribution and Collection Supervisor
Hourly Range: $12.00 - $14.00/hour, DOQ
Schedule: Monday: - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. plus on-call weeknight and weekend rotation
Primary Function:
Under the direction of the Senior Distribution or Senior Collection System Supervisors: performs water distribution and wastewater collection system maintenance and repair while gaining knowledge
in the operational duties of wastewater treatment and water systems.
The following duties are illustrative and not a comprehensive list of all responsibilities. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
• Maintains pumps, motors, controls, valves, and meters for the various utility systems.
• Reads meters for usage of gas, power, water, and records readings; interprets readings, and reports anomalies to supervisory staff.
• Cleans filters, floats, tanks, sewer lines, and other equipment.
• Maintains grounds, facilities, and equipment.
• Conducts hydrant flushing operations.
• Responds to after hour and/or weekend pump failures, power outages, or other emergencies when serving in an on-call capacity.
• Performs confined space entries upon receipt of proper certification and training.
• Performs other related work as required and assigned.
Minimum Level of Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
• Completion of high school or its equivalent. Post high school attendance at workshops or courses for water and wastewater treatment plant operators encouraged but not required.
• No directly-related experience is required.
• Mechanical aptitude and some knowledge of mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing at least 50 lbs is a requirement of this position.
• A valid Michigan driver's license with a good driving record and proof of auto insurance is required.
• Must be available for on-call/emergency service when requested (weekdays and weekends).
• Must possess legible handwriting and have good verbal communication skills to exchange information with the public, management, and co-workers.
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions and pay attention to detail.
• Familiarity with computers and software such as, but not limited to MS Word, MS Excel, etc. is required.
• Successful candidate must be able to pass physical and drug screening exams, as well as background check (criminal history, motor vehicle check, education, reference checks, etc.).
Working Conditions:
Environmental aspects (weather, dust, noise, odor, etc.) play an important role in this job. Must work outdoors in all seasons and weather conditions and will perform duties at several treatment
plant, collection system or distribution system locations.
Primary functions require sufficient physical and mobility to work in the field environment to walk, stand, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, twist, grasp, and make repetitive hand movement. Must climb unusual heights on ladders, lift, carry, push, and/or pull heavy amounts of weight.
Please submit resume and cover letter to Genoa Charter Township, Human Resources Office, 2911 Dorr Road, Brighton, MI 48116 or via email to Kimberly@genoa.org.
Genoa Charter Township is an equal opportunity employer. We invite resumes from all interested parties including women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities.
AREA EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
POSTED AUGUST 9, 2011
Paid-on-call Firefighter
The Brighton Area Fire Authority is accepting applications for the position of paid-on-call Firefighter at all five of our stations. The department is looking for community minded residents that are interested in helping serve the community in which they live.
No training is required to apply, although applicants must be 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or GED, a valid Michigan Driver's license and live within Brighton Township, Genoa Township or the City of Brighton.
How to apply
Applications are available at Station 31 at 615 W. Grand River avenue or can be downloaded at www.brightonareafire.com. The Brighton Area Fire Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For more information call Anne Campbell at Brighton Area Fire Department at 810 229-6640 ext 24.