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Operates and services a number of electrically operated sewage pumping stations and auxiliary equipment in a geographical area on an assigned shift; assists in major maintenance, installation, overhaul, and repair work; and performs other related duties as required.
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There are 2 vacancies with the Department of Environmental Services, Collection System Maintenance Division. This position works under general supervision with substantial latitude for independent judgement. Serves as the Wastewater Pumping Plant Operator for one or more high or low voltage electrically operated and powered wastewater or storm drain pumping stations on an assigned shift; operates and services internal combustion engine-powered pumping units and electrical generating units and auxiliary equipment; coordinates work with and assists workers performing highly skilled work in the major overhaul and repair of the mechanical and electrical equipment; and performs other related duties as assigned.Special Working Conditions: The complex electrical and mechanical wastewater pumping equipment has a high monetary value and plays and important part in maintaining the health standards of the community. Negligence due to lack of knowledge, interest or indecision in the operation, maintenance or repair of the equipment cannot be tolerated as the health and property of people living in the community and the life of other employees are involved. Employee works alone at night, holidays and weekends. The employee is exposed to moving machinery; dangerous voltage (11,000 volts); depths and heights and deadly wastewater gases; asphyxiation and contamination from disease bearing wastewater. Works in unfavorable, obnoxious, filthy and hazardous surroundings.
If you qualify for the position, your name will be established to an eligible list. This list may be used to fill current and/or future vacancies in this and/or other departments.
- Additional Job Information
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Applications must be submitted online by April 1, 2023Â ,11:59 p.m. Hawaii Standard Time (HST) to be accepted.
Some notifications will be sent via e-mail. You are responsible for monitoring instructions and correspondence from this office by checking your email account in a timely manner. To ensure proper delivery, please make sure you:
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   – check your spam folders; and
   – add [email protected] and [email protected] to your contact list. - Minimum Qualification Requirements
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At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Experience and/or training of sufficient scope and quality to competently perform the journey level skills and duties of this position, or which show equivalent competence in the operation and maintenance of electrical pumping plant, marine engine room, electrical power plant, or related industrial-type equipment.EXAMPLES OF QUALIFYING EXPERIENCE:
Wastewater pumping/treatment plant experience is not necessary, but applicants must have work experience in troubleshooting, servicing and maintaining, or repairing engines, pumps, valves and compressors in one of the following areas: Â automotive or heavy equipment mechanic, marine machining, marine engine room tending, boiler tending, tank farms (oil or gas) tending, installation of plant pumping equipment, aircraft or automotive power train repair, sugar mills, or any comparable stationary equipment repair.LICENSE REQUIREMENT:
Valid appropriate driver’s license (automobile/Type 3), prior to appointment. - Examination Process
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TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION:
In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications, your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality, quantity, and/or recency of your training and experience. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score.
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EXAMINATION WEIGHT:
Training and Experience Evaluation………………………….100%
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What are the benefits of being a City Employee?
— Vacation: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
— Sick Leave: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
— Holidays: 13 days a year; 14 days during election years.
— Training and Development: Computer, career, and personal enhancement courses are offered; curriculum designed for employee, supervisory, and management development.
— Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Care: Various health insurance plans are available. Premiums are subsidized by the City and deductible from pre-tax income for participants of the Premium Conversion Plan (PCP).
— Group Life Insurance: No cost for eligible employees.
— Deferred Compensation Plan: Invest in your future…choose to defer part of your pre-tax income for retirement.
— Retirement Plan: The Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) of the State of Hawaii administers retirement benefits for State and County employees. Employee contribution required.
— Commuter Choice Pre-Tax Benefits: Employees may designate certain transportation expenses (TheBus, LOTMA, Vanpool Hawaii, etc.) as a pre-tax item
— Parking: Some job locations offer parking on-site; others may have access to parking at low monthly rates.
— Direct Deposit: Direct deposit of paychecks to a designated financial institution is available.
— Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential, professional counseling and resource referral.
— Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: A federal program forgiving the balance of federal student loans for individuals working in public service. For program requirements and additional information, please visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
To view additional information, please visit our Benefits of City Employment page.Â
* All benefits as stated above, are subject to eligibility requirements and to legislative and/or negotiated changes. Individuals are responsible for any related fees or charges that may apply.
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When applying for this position, please thoroughly complete the Education, Work Experience, and Supplemental Questionnaire sections of your application. The information provided in these sections, particularly the job-specific Supplemental Questionnaire, will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements for the job and your final score. Failure to provide detailed and complete information may result in your application being rejected or you receiving a lower score. If you have no experience in a particular area, indicate “none.” Please do not submit resumes in place of completing any of these sections.- I certify that I have read and understand the above statements.
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TRAINING & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: The position of Wastewater Pumping Plant Operator (BC-10) requires experience and/or training of sufficient scope and quality to competently perform the journey level skills and duties of this position, or which show equivalent competence in the operation and maintenance of electrical pumping plant, marine engine room, electrical power plant, or related industrial-type equipment.Do you meet the experience requirement?
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- No
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Describe in detail your work experience in the operation and maintenance of an electrical pumping plant, marine engine room, electrical power plant or related industrial-type equipment. Include in your explanation:- your major duties and responsibilities;
- a description of the types of pumps, electrical equipment, and plant equipment you worked with including the size (i.e., inches, Kw), capacity (gallons per minute), and other characteristics of each piece of equipment;
- indicate the services you performed on each equipment (i.e., installed, operated, tested/inspected, serviced/maintained, repaired, overhauled);
- your level of responsibility (i.e., trainee, independent worker, supervisor); and
- the type of directions you followed (i.e., operator’s manual, maintenance manual, oral instructions, and/or other).
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If you do not have this experience, indicate “N/A” in the space below.04
Describe in detail your work experience in any of the following areas: automotive or heavy equipment mechanic, marine machining, marine engine room tending, boiler tending, tank farms (oil or gas) tending, installation of plant pumping equipment, aircraft or automotive power train repair, sugar mills, or any comparable stationary equipment repair. For each job, indicate your major duties and responsibilities, include a description of the types of equipment you worked with, and describe your experience in troubleshooting, servicing/maintaining, or repairing engines, pumps, valves and compressors.
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If you do not have this experience, indicate “N/A” in the space below.05
If you have any training or other work experience that qualifies you for this position, describe below.* Required Question