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Jacobs Wastewater Operator in Training (OIT) - Traverse City, MI in Bingham Farms, Michigan
At Jacobs, we challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. Through the delivery of our operations and maintenance services, you’ll make it simpler and more seamless for our municipal clients to operate safely and efficiently, empowering communities to focus on what matters most to them - people.
As a Wastewater Operator in Training (OIT) based in Traverse City, MI you’ll join a collaborative team ensuring that our clients can deliver their services - uninterrupted. Under supervision, you will perform a variety of tasks associated with learning the associated responsibilities of a certified water/wastewater operator - in preparation for receiving an entry-level certification.
Essential Functions:
Operates valves and gates either manually or by remote control, starts and stops pumps, engines and generators, by-pass pumps to control and adjust flow and treatment processes
Collects township and process samples as assigned; enters into chain of custody and utilizes sample tracking tool for all samples collected
Delivers samples to contract labs as assigned
Performs process control sampling and analyses
Maintains records for daily operations of facilities in daily log and on daily plant check sheets
Completes tasks detailed on daily check sheets. Observes general operating conditions, and reports issues immediately to supervisor
Assists with biosolids hauls to ensure proper loading procedures are used, records and samples are collected, and informs supervisor of any issues related to biosolids haul
Performs other duties as required
Cleans vehicles, heavy equipment, bar screens, comminutors, weirs, digesters, pumps, tools, and other stationary and portable equipment
Operates and maintains vehicles including forklift
Performs routine inspection of vehicles and equipment; preventive and corrective maintenance tasks as assigned and assist maintenance staff with larger corrective maintenance tasks as assigned
Fluent with writing work orders, entering work order data and completing work orders in maintenance management system. Uses Maintenance Management system to accurately reflect/record daily maintenance activities
Maintains grounds and buildings: snow removal including snow blowing walkways, cuts grass, painting of buildings and equipment, weeds, and brush; trims trees and bushes; rakes grass, leaves and trash; seeds and cares for lawns and ornamental plantings
Able to obtain certification and display competencies in forklift operation.
Bring your team-focus, adaptability, and commitment to excellence, and we’ll help you grow what drives you - and deliver the world’s most challenging Operations Management projects, together.
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High School Diploma or equivalent
Possess a valid driver’s license
Knowledge of sound safety principles and practices
Knowledgeable in computer operations—able to make spreadsheets and word processing documents, and enter information into maintenance management system
Ideally, here’s what you will also have:
Basic knowledge in the operation and maintenance of vehicles, equipment, pumps and equipment used in and around water and wastewater systems
Familiarity with hand and power tools and equipment commonly used in the maintenance of vehicles, equipment, structures, and buildings
Possession of a class D wastewater treatment license or ability to obtain within 2 years.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:
Safety is a core value at Jacobs. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety sensitive labor or services. Due to the nature of the job passing a Pre-employment physical is required to ensure candidates for this position are physically and functionally fit to perform the essential physical work functions of this safety sensitive position without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of themselves or others.
The physical and environmental demands required to perform the essential duties of this position include standing, walking, sitting, coordination, balance and agility demands, which may include the ability to stoop, kneel, squat, grasp, reach, perform repetitive hand movements. Additional demands may involve a specific level of dexterity, grip strength, climbing and cardiorespiratory demands. The work areas may be indoor, outdoor, have loud noise, active machinery, high pressure fluid systems, electrical equipment, confined spaces, heights and depths, fumes, air borne particles, noxious gases, and chemicals. The use of appropriate safety equipment will be mandatory in these areas to prevent hazardous contact.
Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.