Grade 4 Water Operator

CITY OF ALABASTER

MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN THE COMMUNITY WE SERVE!

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GRADE IV OPERATOR - ALABASTER WATER

Starting Rate: $33.03 per hour -- Step 8

Schedule: 7 Days On / 7 Days Off

Employment Status: Full-Time

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POSITION SUMMARY

The City of Alabaster is seeking an experienced and highly qualified Grade IV Operator to join Alabaster Water.

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ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

The Grade IV Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of water facilities and associated equipment. Essential responsibilities include:

• Operates, monitors, and maintains water plant systems and equipment.
• Monitors treatment processes and makes appropriate operational adjustments to maintain efficient plant performance and regulatory compliance.
• Performs routine sampling, testing, process-control analysis, and equipment inspections.
• Monitors pumps, motors, chemical feed systems, generators, instrumentation, alarms, and SCADA systems.
• Maintains knowledge of applicable ADEM and EPA regulations, permit requirements, and treatment standards.
• Reviews operational data and identifies conditions requiring corrective action or adjustments to treatment processes.
• Performs routine equipment calibration and preventative maintenance activities.
• Maintains accurate operating logs, testing records, inspection reports, and other required regulatory documentation.
• Assists in identifying and responding to equipment failures, process abnormalities, alarms, and emergency conditions.
• Follows established safety procedures and promotes a safe working environment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to support operations.

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Active Alabama Grade IV Water Operator Certification required
• Ability to maintain accurate operational and regulatory records.
• Ability to safely operate and maintain equipment.
• Must be able to work the assigned 7-on/7-off schedule , including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Must be available for emergency response and additional work assignments as operational needs require.

WHY JOIN OUR ELITE TEAM?

• Consistent merit step increases and COLA adjustments approved by City Council
• Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance with the City paying 90% of the premium
• Tier 1 retirement benefits provided to Tier 2 employees
• Out-of-Zone waiver for Alabaster City Schools for eligible dependents
• City-paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Additional voluntary benefit options
• 13 paid holidays per year , plus vacation and sick leave
• Supportive leadership and team environment
• Stable public-sector career serving the Alabaster community

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JOIN ALABASTER WATER

Bring your experience and technical expertise to a team committed to providing dependable, environmentally responsible wastewater services to the community.

City of Alabaster

Making a Difference in the Community We Serve!

_The City of Alabaster is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an Alabama Drug-Free Workplace._