Title:                   

Plant Operations Apprentice

Level:                    

1

FLSA Status:

Non-exempt

Division:

Wastewater

Department/Location:

Wastewater Operations

Employment Status:                                                                                                        Regular Full Time

SUMMARY

The Plant Operations Apprenticereports to the Director of Operations of the Wastewater Division. This position is expected to assist in all aspects of the operation as assigned by the Director and Assistant Director. This position is primarily responsible for the continual upkeep of the facility and being the persistent resource for special projects as set forth by Wastewater Administration. This is a Monday through Friday- 8 hour shift.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform daily duties to assure that floors, stairways, handrails, work areas are keep neat and esthetically sound.
• Accomplish special assignments targeted for the refurbishing of various WW facilities that would include sweeping, power washing, wire brushing, painting, etc. and general housekeeping.
• Assist Operating staff members both at the plant and within the system on the minor routine maintenance on valves, gates, pumps, odor control systems, disinfection systems, constant and variable speed pumps and other associated equipment as required or as directed.
• Assist Operating staff members on the collection of samples of wastewater or sludge for laboratory analysis and record sludge levels in various tanks.
• Assist all other operations or maintenance personnel as directed.
• Assist Operating staff members on the furnace cleanout duties.

• Assist Operating staff members on the removal of heavy ash clinkers out of incinerator through access doors.

• The Apprentice is afforded the opportunity and is encouraged to learn other shift job responsibilities. This is accomplished by supervised "on the job training" as time permits. Laborers are encouraged to attend wastewater, maintenance, laboratory and other professional development classes held at local Community Colleges and through other professional organizations in order to prepare for advancement and work toward the attainment of wastewater licenses in pursuit of advancement.
• Perform work safely at all times by observing all safety rules and regulations and by utilizing all available safety equipment.

• Comply with all provisions and requirements of the lockout/tag-out safety program prior to working on any potential energized device.

• Perform other duties as directed by Wastewater Administration.
• ThePlant Operations Apprentice, if the opportunity permits, will be instructed to operate a rolloff container truck, forklift and sewer cleaning jet truck.
• ThePlant Operations Apprentice will be afforded the opportunity after successful instruction to obtain a commercial driver’s license (CDL) and once obtained, maintain in good standing at all times and submit to random and accident-related drug and alcohol testing under Federal Regulations and ACUA Policy.
• As needed and/or directed, assist the ACUA with its environmental mission and commitment to excellent customer service, to include but not limited to: serve in an advocacy role, help with site tours when requested, volunteer for events and activities that the Authority participates in or sponsors, and volunteer for community service, etc.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• HS diploma or GED.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

• Valid New Jersey driver’s license in good standing.
• Organizational skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Desire to accomplish long ranged assignments to enhance the image of the Authority.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Available for overtime work, sometimes on short notice.
• Mechanical, electrical and instrumentation aptitude.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and other related applications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical activities described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Essential functions are those functions that the employee who holds the position or the candidate that desires the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation. When possible, reasonable accommodations may be made for persons who are disabled under the law.  Reasonable accommodations are those accommodations which, as defined under applicable State and Federal law, enable disabled individuals to perform the essential functions of their job title and to meet the Employer’s expectations for the job title. While performing the functions of this job the employee:

Must be able to qualify for respirator use. Constantly operates all equipment and/or machinery associated with this job.  Constantly operates computer devices and/or business productivity machinery.  Must be able to remain in a stationary position for at least 50% of the time.  Frequently moves and positions self for extended periods to work in tight, close, high and low workspaces. Frequently operates hand, power, and other mechanical or maintenance tools and equipment. Frequently ascends/descends ladders.  Frequently moves about to inspect the grounds, buildings, property and/or equipment.  Occasionally moves and transports supplies, materials, equipment and/or mechanical components up to 49lbs. Must be able to operate test instruments and tools requiring manual dexterity and good visual acuity. Must be able to be exposed to or work under the following conditions: near moving parts and large machinery, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, work in areas with excessive vibration, load noises and risk of electrical shock. Must have close, distance, color, peripheral and depth vision.  Constantly works safely at all times by observing all safety rules and regulations while utilizing all available safety equipment.  Constantly works in all outdoor weather conditions.

Title:
Lab Intern
Level:
N/A
FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt
Division:
Wastewater
Department/Location:
Wastewater Laboratory
Employment Status:
Temporary Part Time

SUMMARY
This position reports to the Lab Director or Group Leader. The Lab Intern performs chemical and physical analyses of wastewater samples according to Standard Methods guidelines. The Lab Intern must have the ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends, holidays, night shifts and overtime, if needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• The collection of grab and composite samples from throughout the wastewater treatment plant. Driving a vehicle is necessary for collection of these samples.
• Conduct basic physical, chemical, spectrophotometric and instrumentation analyses of Wastewater samples as required or
• Calibration and operation of laboratory equipment such as pH meters, DO meters, balances, and
• Cleaning and maintaining lab equipment, glassware, and work
• Database entry of analysis and QA/QC results; communication of necessary data to the Operations department in a timely manner.
• Perform work safely at all times by observing all safety rules and regulations, and by utilizing all available safety
• As needed and/or directed, assist the ACUA with its environmental mission and commitment to excellent customer service, to include but not limited to: serve in an advocacy role, help with site tours, attend events and activities that the Authority participates in or sponsors.
• Perform other associated duties as directed by
• This is a safety sensitive A safety sensitive position is a job which includes work duties in which an employee’s performance of the job impacts the safety of themselves or others. The term includes jobs where performing a task poorly or failure to perform it all could result in a safety incident. A person in a safety sensitive position must have the ability to perform a given set of tasks effectively without exception, on an ongoing basis.
• Remain compliant with all training requirements for this position. The training requirements for this position are located on InsideACUA in the Employee Resources section (Blue Box) under Training Resources.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• HS diploma or GED

ESSENTIAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

• Valid driver’s license in good
• Must be able to work in an outdoor environment in all weather
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and other related
• Ability to work shifts flexible shifts, including night shifts, weekends, and holidays and overtime if
• Report to work during weather related conditions and

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 years of college with courses in biology and chemistry
• Experience working in a lab

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical activities described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Essential functions are those functions that the employee who holds the position or the candidate that desires the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation. When possible, reasonable accommodations may be made for persons who are disabled under the law. Reasonable accommodations are those accommodations which, as defined under applicable State and Federal law, enable disabled individuals to perform the essential functions of their job title and to meet the Employer’s expectations for the job title. While performing the functions of this job the employee:

Constantly communicates, converses and exchanges information with customers, the public and other employees in person, electronically and/or via telephone. Constantly operates computer devices and/or business productivity machinery. Constantly works in a close/small workspace. Frequently moves and positions self at the workspace/desk to be able to engage with and service customers, public, and other employees. Must be able to remain in a stationary position for at least 50% of the time. Occasionally moves and transports supplies and materials up to 20lbs. Must be able to be exposed to or work under the following conditions: near moving parts and large machinery, fumes

or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, work in areas with excessive vibration, load noises, risk of electrical shock and in all types of outdoor weather. Must have close, distance, color, peripheral and depth vision. Constantly works in all outdoor weather conditions.