Wastewater Treatment Operator or Trainee
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Granville Township is seeking a wastewater operator or trainee/skilled laborer to work at its wastewater treatment plants. The role involves learning to operate and monitor treatment equipment, performing maintenance, collecting samples, recording system readings, and helping maintain the facility. Candidates need a high school diploma or GED and a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license. Trainees must be willing to pass state operator certification exams within two years of hire.
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Position Overview Granville Township is seeking a motivated individual to join our team as a Wastewater Operator or Wastewater Operator Trainee/Skilled Laborer. Job Duties: 1. Equipment Operations: Learn to operate, monitor, and adjust pumps, valves, electric motors, and blowers throughout the treatment facility. 2. Preventative Maintenance: Use your mechanical skills to grease machinery, troubleshoot equipment issues, perform minor repairs, and assist with facility upkeep. 3. Testing & Sampling: Collect water samples and learn to perform basic laboratory chemical and biological tests. 4. System Monitoring: Read gauges, meters, and computer control panels to track flows, document readings, and maintain accurate daily logs. 5. Facility Upkeep: Assist with chemical deliveries, clean tanks, and perform general groundskeeping or building maintenance as required. Job Requirements 1. Operate Township Wastewater Treatment Plants with Pennsylvania Class C Subclass 1,4 minimum or; Commitment to Learn: Willingness to study for and successfully pass the state Pennsylvania Wastewater Operator Certification exams within two (2) years of hire. 2. Physical Stamina: Ability to perform heavy physical labor, including lifting up to 50 lbs, climbing stairs/ladders, crouching, and working outdoors in all weather conditions. 3. Schedule Flexibility: Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and be on-call. Our Wastewater Treatment Plant operates. 4. Education & License: High school diploma or GED and a valid Pennsylvania Driver's License with a clean record. Class A CDL Preferred. Must be willing to obtain Class A license within one (1) year of employment. CDL Training will be paid for by the Township upon execution of an employment agreement. Benefits: 1. Paid License Training 2. Career Advancement 3. Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance. 4. PTO and retirement plan How to Apply Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter to Granville Township, 100 Helen Street, Lewistown PA 17044 or by email to [email protected] Applications will be accepted November 6, 2026. Benefits: 1. Dental insurance 2. Dependent health insurance coverage 3. Health insurance 4. Life insurance 5. Paid time off 6. Retirement plan 7. Vision insurance
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