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Albany County Process Operator II (HELPS) in Albany, New York
DEPARTMENT: Water Purification DistrictSALARY : $43,628 - $46,413HOURS: 40 per WeekBENEFITS:► Paid Time-Off ► Tuition Reimbursement ► NYS Retirement► Health, Dental, Vision and Hearing ► Employee Assistance ProgramRESPONSIBILITIES:This is routine but important technical work involving the efficient operation and maintenance of a Type A Wastewater TreatmentPlant with facilities for screening, grit removal, incineration and biological oxidation by the activated sludge process. The work is performed under general supervision of an operator qualified to be in charge of the operation of the plant. Supervision may be exercisedover subordinate employees in the performance of their assigned duties. This position differs from the Process Operator I in that itinvolves additional skill and training. Does related work as required.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma AND EITHER:1. One (1) year of experience in the operation and maintenance of a Type A Sewage Treatment facility or industrialfacility where work of a similar nature is performed, OR;2. Successful completion of the Albany County Water Purification District apprenticeship program for the title.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:Eligibility for and possession of a valid New York State driver’s license at time of appointment and continuously thereafter.Within one (1) year of appointment, must possess a 2A Wastewater Operator License issued by the New York Water Environment Associationand continuously thereafter.With this application, please submit : Resume and Licenses.Candidates will not have to take an exam for this title. This is a Hiring Emergency Limited Placement (HELP) Program-designated title. The HELP Program is a temporary program designed to help local government employers addresscurrent staffing issues. Traditionally, the titles filled under the HELPProgram required job candidates to compete in a competitive exam to be considered for employment. For the duration ofthe program, this title will be classified as non-competitive and categorized as a “HELP Program” position. At the close ofthe program, this position will revert to competitive classstatus. Employees occupying positions filled through the HELP Program will be granted competitive class status withoutthe need to participate in a competitive exam.
Minimum Salary: 43,628.00 Maximum Salary: 46,413.00 Salary Unit: Yearly