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Summary of Position The Village of Jackson is seeking a full-time Sewer and Water Utility Operator. The Sewer and Water Utility Operator position will be part of both the Sewer and Water Utility staff. The Operator Employee will float between the two utility departments, with work based upon project needs for each department.

When working in the Sewer Utility, the employee takes direction from the Jackson Sewer Utility Supervisor for the technical, and day to day operation of the Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP). Daily tasks may include maintenance of equipment, buildings, grounds, and the sanitary collection system. When performing work for the Water Utility, this role reports to the Water Utility Supervisor and assists with day-to-day operations of the Water Utility.

This position is compensated on an hourly basis for an average of 40 hours of work per week. Complete applications will be reviewed on December 13th at 4PM. Submitted materials shall include a completed job application, resume, letter of interest, and three (3) professional references.

Questions or application materials shall be directed to the Village's Director of Public Works, Jack Straehler jack.straehler@villageofjacksonwi.gov Essential Duties & Responsibilities Other duties or functions may be required from time to time, and thus the information below is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities for this role. Wastewater Utility Responsibilities: Performs daily plant inspections, records equipment readings, and discusses findings at daily staff meeting. Periodically grease and changes the oil of equipment

Recommends equipment replacements and purchases to the WWTP Supervisor. Performs work in the WWTP Lab and is expected to observe/evaluate operations through the SCADA System and convey adjustments needed to the system to the WWTP Supervisor. Performs work including hydro-excavating, jetting of sewer, and televising sewer mainline.

Water Utility Responsibilities: Hydrant maintenance, bi-annual flushing of water system, valve maintenance, and valve exercising. Locate utilities per the Digger's Hotline tickets. Climbing a water tower for inspection.

General Responsibilities for Water and Wastewater Utilities: Maintains grounds to include grass cutting and snow removal. Receives and completes requests for repairs to equipment, collection system, buildings, and grounds. Investigates, diagnoses and repairs equipment.

Requisitions necessary and approved equipment and material. Attends supervisor approved trainings, special courses and workshops. Has independent problem-solving capabilities.

Provides snow plowing services for Street Department when necessary. Available after hours or on weekends, when necessary. Work with Supervisor for inspection of new and reconstruction projects.

Televising sanitary sewer laterals during meter changeout process by the Jackson Water Utility. Education and/or Experience Required LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: All licenses or certificates required by the State of Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR). Must possess a valid Wisconsin Commercial Driver's License.

EDUCATION AND PRIOR EXPERIENCE: Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or GED. A Bachelor's degree, Associate's degree or technical certification in a related field such as wastewater treatment from a college or trade/technical school is highly desired. Experience in street and public works construction and maintenance of buildings and grounds, wastewater treatment plants, lift stations, collection systems, water systems, municipal wells, and water towers or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skill, and abilities may also be considered.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities General knowledge of the methods, materials, and techniques used in the construction and maintenance of a municipal water and wastewater treatment plant and collection system is preferred. A candidate must have the ability to take direction from Supervisors, keep accurate records, and must be able to get along with co-workers and the general public. Candidates must have the ability to meet the physical demands of the position.