JOBS

The City of Elmhurst has a Utility Operator position open. This role supports the operation and maintenance of the City of Elmhurst water production and wastewater systems. Depending on experience, the position ranges from entry-level to skilled, with responsibilities that include the safe and efficient operation of departmental systems, adherence to safety procedures, and the ability to respond to emergency situations. Entry-level employees (Operator II) work under close supervision, while skilled workers (Operator I) perform duties with minimal supervision.
Salary Range: Operator I: $35.57-$46.27 per hour / Operator II: $30.35-$39.46 per hour, DOQ. FLSA Status: Non-Exempt. Benefits: Includes union Local 150 health insurance benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF).

• WRF Operations
  • Performs and assists with daily operations and maintenance of WRF.
  • Collects and analyzes process labs and, with advanced skills, performs operational adjustments as needed.
  • Collects and analyzes NPDES samples and, with advanced skills, administers operational adjustments based on test data.
• Potable Water System Operations
  • Performs and assists in routine operations and maintenance of potable water facilities.
  • Collects and performs all needed compliance sampling.
• Sanitary Lift Station and Stormwater Operations
  • Performs and assists in all routine operations and maintenance of stormwater assets.
  • Performs and assists in all routine operations and maintenance of sanitary lift stations.
• General
  • On call within 12 months of hire if new employee; if an internal employee is promoted, ability to respond will start when promoted.
  • Monitors operation of potable water systems, sanitary lift stations, and stormwater pumping systems; notifies personnel and responds appropriately in the case of abnormal operating conditions or breakdowns.
  • Required equal participation in after-hours rotation of on-call laptop within 12 months.
  • Must demonstrate ability to operate asset management system within 12 months of hire. If internal employee is promoted, this skill must already be obtained.
  • Operates equipment used in the water and wastewater division, including motors, pumps, bar screens, clarifiers, aerators, valves, blowers, chlorinators, grinders and other related equipment.
  • Inspects, adjusts and monitors equipment and performs necessary adjustments with proper direction.
  • Troubleshoots and reports equipment malfunctions and breakdowns; Operator I performs necessary repairs based on findings identified.
  • Performs equipment maintenance, such as lubricating pumps, replacing pump shafts, bearings, oil and grease seals, packing and chain drives.
  • Performs routine cleanliness, safety, and upkeep both at the WRF and at outside stations and assets.
  • Reports non-routine maintenance needs, process control problems, supply needs and unusual instrument readings to management.
  • While on duty, stays in active phone communication and responds to emergency operations.
  • Required participation in Public Works snow plowing operations as assigned.
  • Promotes and maintains responsive community relations.
  • Promotes teamwork and maintains positive working relationships.
  • Performs related duties and manual labor as assigned.
  • Operator I must work as a team to mentor and train other employees as assigned.
  • Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this role.