Full-time position available with the Water Department, Wastewater Treatment Division located at 7300 Hawthorne Rd.
Salary Range: $29.98-$44.97/hour
Normal Work Days/Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 3:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m.
Application Deadline Date: May 15, 2023

• Supervises and participates in the operation of one or more major treatment facilities and multiple pumping stations and flood pumping stations.
• Establishes operating procedures on an assigned shift for the efficient operation of wastewater facilities.
• Supervises and participates in troubleshooting problems with processes and equipment.
• Ensures proper priority is assigned to repair work by maintenance crews and operational records are accurate, complete and up-to-date.
• Ensures that sample collection and handling is performed in accordance with NPDES permit requirements and sound scientific practices.
• Trains plant operators and develops specific plans for career development of employees under their supervision.
• Provides safety training and ensures that safe work practices are strictly adhered to.
• Provides knowledge of the operational principles and practices of the treatment facilities to which assigned.
• Provides considerable knowledge of pump station operation and maintenance (all types), laboratory analysis procedures and interpretation of results.
• Provides knowledge of supervision principles and techniques, personnel rules and regulations and the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and general purchasing procedures.
• Enforces city policies and work rules and performs related duties as required.

REQUIRES high school graduation and 1 year of experience at the level of the City's Senior Plant Operator. Must possess a valid State issued driver’s license in accordance with the City of KCMO policies. Must possess an A-level operator certification in waste/wastewater issued by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources. Must pass a physical examination as prescribed by the City. May be required to pass a preemployment drug screen. Preference given for having recently completed the 40 hour Hazwoper course.

URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

QUESTIONS REGARDING AVIATION POSITIONS SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO THE AVIATION DEPARTMENT AT 816-243-3010.

The evaluation of applications is based only on the information submitted by the application deadline. Therefore, in order to have your application properly considered, you should include all relevant dates, i.e., attendance at educational institutions, date degree(s) conferred, etc. Further, you should provide detailed description of relevant work experience/dates, including months/years of employment. Failure to submit a completed application may eliminate you from the selection process. Resumes may be filed to determine eligibility, but an official City application must be completed prior to appointment.

For positions requiring college education as part of the minimum requirement and/or an equivalency, the minimum education requirement is high school graduation. The requirement of "high school graduation" also includes the state-issued GED certificate accredited by the Department of Education.

For positions that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional, responsible experience must be obtained AFTER receipt of the accredited degree.

Unless otherwise stated, the requirement of "an accredited" degree includes only those degrees obtained from colleges or universities listed with the U. S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

If claiming military veterans preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or other qualifying documents prior to the application deadline.

All positions require successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check. Non-residents, if appointed, must establish residency within the city limits of Kansas City, MO within nine months.

The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. EOE.

POLICY OF NON DISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY
The City of KCMO does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs or activities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation should contact the Human Resources Department, Recruitment Division at (816) 513-1945.