Wastewater Biosolids Operator

The City of McDonough is accepting applications for a Biosolids Operator in the Wastewater Department. This work is skilled in nature and involves the operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment facility. Responsible for land application of biosolids generated at the plant.

Major duties: Collect operational data for the activated sludge process, primary process, and solids handling; operate chemical feed systems and assist in the unloading of chemical deliveries; develop plans for proper land application of biosolids as they relate to the EPA “503” and GA., EPD regulations; record all data and prepares annual sludge reports; inspect for proper operation of pumps, motors, valves, piping systems, backflow preventers, air compressors, sludge thickening equipment, chemical feed equipment; learn to operate all plant equipment in all aspects of the treatment process.

Knowledge, skills and abilities required:
• operate hand and power tools to perform maintenance on plant equipment (including but not limited to drill press, grinders, all hand tools, welders, and cutting torches);
• routine mechanical repairs;
• read and interpret documents such as charts, graphs, gauges;
• detect flaws and defects in the operation of treatment equipment and initiate proper corrective action;
• add, subtract, multiply and divide in all unites of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals;
• work additional shifts when necessary;
• maintain all required licenses and certifications required by the position;
• lift up to 80 pounds on occasion;
• operate city vehicle and equipment in performance of duties;
• work in inclement weather.

Minimum qualifications: high school diploma or equivalent; some experience in wastewater treatment preferred; ability to obtain Class III Wastewater Operator’s certificate; valid Georgia Driver’s License CDL Class B required; clean MVR; pass pre-employment physical and drug screen test; acceptable criminal history; equivalent combination of education and experience.

Apply at City Hall, 136 Keys Ferry Street, McDonough, Georgia. Applications will be accepted through 5 pm, Friday, September 17, 2010. Also visit mcdonoughga.org for application and job description. Salary: $13.65 per hour.

The City of McDonough is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace.

The City of Griffin has an opening for an experienced building inspector. Go to www.cityofgriffin.com for application information.

The City of Griffin is an Equal Opportunity Employer

SALARY: $31,657.60

DEPARTMENT: Planning & Development

JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for on-site inspections of commercial and residential buildings in the city and for performing the duties of the Building Official in his/her absence.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Performs on-site commercial and residential building inspections for mechanical, foundation, electrical, plumbing, gas, framing and roof code compliance as well as for proper zoning.
• Notifies contractors, engineers, architects, subcontractors, and property owners of code violations and discusses remedies for deficiencies.
• Reviews plans for construction, modification, and renovation of commercial buildings, advises contractors/owners of changes required for code compliance.
• Performs the duties of the Building Official in his/her absence.
• Answers telephone inquiries from builders and contractors and schedules inspections for each workday.
• Completes all paperwork associated with the inspection process, including a daily report of status of inspections.
• Enforces sign ordinance for commercial businesses.
• Assists in processing permit applications.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION:
• Knowledge of relevant city codes and construction or trade codes.
• Knowledge of construction techniques and contracting procedures.
• Knowledge of geography of the city including subdivisions, road and street names.
• Knowledge of building materials.
• Skill in reviewing plans and technical specifications for compliance with applicable codes.
• Skill in reading maps.
• Skill in operating a calculator, architect’s scale, tape measure and two-way radio.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Although some of the work is performed sitting at a desk with intermittent standing and stooping, most is done outside and requires bending, crouching, and climbing ladders.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Some portion of each work day is spent in an office, but work is typically performed outdoors on construction sites where the employee is exposed to dust, dirt, construction machinery, noise, and cold or inclement weather.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• High School Diploma or GED preferably with some vocational training in associated field(s).
• Certification in Plan Review pertaining to electrical, building, plumbing and mechanical or Architectural/Engineering Degree preferred.
• Five (5) years or more experience as a building inspector or a any combination of related experience.
• ICC Code Certified in commercial and residential (Combination Inspector) building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing..

Qualifications: Minimum - Georgia Certified Class III Water and Wastewater License. A valid Georgia Driver's License and dependable transportation.

Applicants may submit their resume by email to citywell@windstream.net or fax to 706-219-3220 Attn: Tom Guy. Successful candidates must pass a back ground check and drug screening prior to employment. Cleveland is a Equal Opportunity Employer.

The City of Sandersville is seeking to fill the position of a full time Assistant Street Construction Supervisor in the Public Works Department.

Minimum requirements: High school diploma or equivalent, prefer 10 years in the street construction field with 5 years in a supervisory capacity; possess a valid State of Georgia Class A commercial driver's license and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR); knowledge of MUTCD; ability to use basic computer skills and Microsoft Office; ability to read technical drawings; any combination of education and experience is acceptable.

Applications and full job description may be picked up at Sandersville City Hall, 141 W. Haynes St., Sandersville GA

Applications may also be completed online at www.sandersville.net

Completed applications must be submitted to by 5:00 P.M. on September 24, 2010 to be considered.