Part Time Custodian

Purpose

The purpose of this job is to obtain basic training and understanding in the operation of municipal drinking water or wastewater treatment principles and procedures and their relationship with the standard protocol of the facilities owned and operated by the City of Savannah. Duties include, but not limited to, collecting and analyzing water/wastewater samples and performing minor physical repairs to equipment.

Essential Job Functions Learn major functions of the operation of assigned drinking water or wastewater facilities including, but not limited to the following: Sample Collection and Analysis - Collection and analysis of samples from all phases of treatment; determination of primary water properties and content including, but not limited to Ph, turbidity, carbon dioxide content, alkalinity, chlorine and fluoride; visual inspection of water for color, suspended solids, dissolved oxygen, and residual levels. Monitoring and Adjustment of Physical Plant Operation - Monitoring and adjustment of operation of plant equipment including pumps, chlorinators, fluoridators, pressure/vacuum gauges, flow meters, chlorine scales, chemical feeders, mixed liquor, aeration basins, level indicators, clarifiers, contact chambers, etc., as well as making up treatment chemicals and changing of bulk chemical containers (i.e. chlorine) and make minor physical repairs to equipment as necessary according to plant assignment. Control of Treatment Processes - Changing of both hydraulic and chemical aspects of treatment processes based on customer demand, and water chemistry characteristics. Regulatory and Reporting - Basic understanding of federal and state regulations and reporting requirements.

Additional Job Functions May be designated as a critical workforce employee requiring attendance on the job or at a designated shelter throughout an emergency situation or disaster. These emergency situations may include, but are not limited to, hurricanes, ice/snow storms or other such natural calamities. Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications High school graduate or GED plus six months work experience in the field of public water treatment or distribution or industrial wet process or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have normal or correctable color vision. Shift work including nights, weekends and holidays required. Must successfully complete mandatory Basic Water/Wastewater training course and obtain Georgia Water/Wastewater Operator Class 3 Certification within 18 months of employment. Verification of education, certification and licenses will be required prior to employment. Valid driver's license, background investigation, including supervised drug screen, and post-offer/pre-employment medical screen required.

Additional Information

The final score on this examination will consist of a rating of education, training and experience, plus veterans’ preference points, if eligible. The names of all competitors rated eligible for appointment will be placed on the proper register according to their final scores.

City Of Savannah Employee Benefits Overview of Benefits

Paid Holiday

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Defined Benefit Retirement Pension Plan

Protective Services Retirement Plan (select positions)

Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan

Retirement Seminars

PPO Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Health & Wellness Incentives

Long Term Disability

Excellence and Service Recognition

Employee Development and In-Service Training

Educational Assistance Program

Uniform Allowance (select positions)

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts and Memberships

Employee Relations

Direct Deposit

Credit Union

Pretax Parking Deductions

Employer Assisted Home Purchase Program

Domestic Partnership Benefits

Healthcare

PPO Medical Plus Plan

PPO Medical Basic Plan

Dental Plus Plan

Dental Basic Plan

Vision Service Plan

Life Insurance

Basic Life and ADD

Supplemental Life Employee

Supplemental Life Spouse

Supplemental Life Child

Benefits costs are paid by the City of Savannah, by the employee or shared by both the City and the employee.

01

Do you possess a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have at least six months work experience or vocational training in the field of public water treatment/distribution or industrial wet process?

• Yes
• No

03

Indicate The Highest Grade You Completed In School

• 12th grade/GED or above
• 11th grade
• 10th grade
• 9th grade or below
• Required Question