Water treatment plant operator trainee Job at Bolton Point Water System, Ithaca, NY

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  • Bolton Point Water System
  • Ithaca, NY

Job Description

Water Treatment Plant Operator Trainee

LOCATION: Bolton Point Water System (BPWS), 1402 East Shore Drive, Ithaca
Also known as: Southern Cayuga Lake Intermunicipal Water Commission

General Duties of Position -

BPWS is looking for a candidate that is reliable and dedicated to learning the efficient operations and maintenance of a water plant that contains facilities for filtration and chemical pre-treatment of municipal water supply. The work is routine shift work that utilizes computer-based monitoring and control systems.

Hiring Rate: $26.62 per hour plus Shift differentials of $1.10 per hour- 2nd shift and $1.65 per hour -3rd shift Rate increases when IIA licensed.

Benefits: NYS Retirement Pension, Paid Holidays, and other paid time off, Health, Dental and Life Insurance. Free parking. Family friendly organization.

Shift work hours : Training will be on first shift for first 8-9 months. Shift will be determined after certified IIA operator, but most likely Sunday- Friday 11 pm to 7 am.

Minimum Qualification –

(a) Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college with an Associate's Degree in applied science or related field; OR

(b) Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma AND one year of experience in a public water utility, construction trades or related field.

Promotion to Water Treatment Plant Operator:

The incumbent will be promoted to the Water Treatment Plant Operator title without further examination after completion of a one year trainee-ship and obtaining a New York State Health Department “IIA” certification for a Type IA water treatment plant. Note : This position is eligible for IIA certification after one year (full-time equivalent) experience, training course and test. .

Submit county application at :

Please attach a cover letter and resume when filing the application online.

Filing deadline: April 28, 2025 at 4pm – unless extended.

Questions directed to: Judy Drake, Human Resources Manager (607) 273-1721 x115 or via email: Jdrake@townithacany.gov

Civil Service Exam: Not at time of provisional appointment but will be required to take in the future.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.62 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Evening shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Night shift

Ability to Commute:

  • Ithaca, NY (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Ithaca, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Holiday work, Full time, Traineeship, Relocation, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift, Sunday, Day shift, Afternoon shift, Monday to Friday,

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