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The Lansing Board of Water & Light (BWL) has two openings for Water Station A Operator, in Lansing, MI, as part of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, AFL-CIO, Local Union 352.
Position Summary
The Board of Water & Light serves Lansing, Michigan, and surrounding areas with electricity, water, and steam. Lansing's city charter vests the BWL with full and exclusive management of water, steam, and electric services for the city. The American Public Power Association has honored the Lansing Board of Water & Light as one of the country's best publicly-owned utilities.
The Location:
Lansing, MI provides the opportunity to enjoy all seasons of fun and beauty. With the Grand River open for kayaking, lush golf courses, 17+ miles of trails for biking/hiking/running, Potter Park Zoo, and the sports, the arts and fine foods that comes from being near a major University, Michigan State University, there is a spot for everyone. The area is a short drive from Lake Michigan’s shore line where there is views of natural beauty, boating, fishing, and windsurfing.
THE BOARD OF WATER AND LIGHT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
Position Summary
- Safely operates Dye Water Conditioning plant, Wise Road Water Conditioning plant, Dye Pumping Station, Cedar Pumping Station, filter press and remote facilities/equipment.
- Operates Dye Water Conditioning Plant
- Monitors equipment, takes samples, takes chemical feeders in and out of service, uses hand tools to make repairs and adjustments, and responds correctly to emergency conditions.
- Changes ammonia cylinders.
- Knocks down lime.
- Pneumatically unloads chemicals.
- Occasionally lifts up to 50 pounds.
- Operates Wise Road Conditioning plant, Dye Pumping station, Hulett Road and other satellite systems remotely and locally by monitoring telemetry data.
- Coordinates with on-call operator as necessary.
- Operates Wise Road Water Conditioning plant.
- Takes samples, takes basins in and out of service, unloads chemicals, and monitors chemical feeds.
- Learns and correctly uses laboratory procedures including portable equipment and analyzers.
- Operates filter press/thickeners including plate washing, bag changing, and truck unloading.
- Operates emergency generators and backup pumping equipment at all facilities.
- Must be proficient in operating computer equipment including Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems and control systems within BWL policies.
- Troubleshoots equipment, writes up work orders and performs lockout-tagout procedures correctly.
- Keeps work areas and plants clean.
- Responsible for plant security after normal working hours and on weekends and holidays.
- Assists maintenance and/or additional cleaning duties when functioning as an extra operator.
- Required to serve on-call duty.
- Performs other duties as assigned or necessitated by job responsibilities.
- Required to follow BWL safety manual rules and wear required personal protective equipment.
- Attends all training for safety awareness and skills improvement as required by supervisor, BWL or governmental agency such as MIOSHA.
- Must be qualified in Water Station Operator pool.
- Must have a valid Michigan driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
- Must complete training program and obtain Michigan Department of Environmental Quality F-4 certification.
- Must understand plant piping and plumbing.
- Previous water treatment experience preferred.
- Must pass fork-lift training to be licensed to operate fork truck within six months of start date.
- Must be able to work shifts including weekends and holidays.
- Considerable standing and walking on concrete and grating.
- Must climb ladders and stairs.
- Frequently lifts/carries up to 50 pounds from floor to shoulder.
- Good vision required for inspection of operating conditions and color perception required.
- Must be able to communicate via telephone, radio, and e-mail.
- Must work in confined spaces.
- Must be respirator certified and be able to wear Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) respirator.
- Works indoors and outdoors in all temperature and humidity ranges.
- Dust and noise levels can be high at times.
- Possible exposure to water treatment chemicals.
- Competitive salary, employee development, and opportunity for professional growth.
- Robust time off benefits including vacation, free choice, sick leave, paid holidays
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, prescription, dental, life insurance, long-term disability, employee assistance program
- Retirement programs including 401a (100% company paid up to 13% of base salary), 457 match up to $2,500 per year, retiree medical
- Voluntary benefits including supplemental and dependent life insurance, vision, flexible spending, AFLAC options, LifeLock anti-theft, long term care, tuition reimbursement, HOPE loan
The Board of Water & Light serves Lansing, Michigan, and surrounding areas with electricity, water, and steam. Lansing's city charter vests the BWL with full and exclusive management of water, steam, and electric services for the city. The American Public Power Association has honored the Lansing Board of Water & Light as one of the country's best publicly-owned utilities.
The Location:
Lansing, MI provides the opportunity to enjoy all seasons of fun and beauty. With the Grand River open for kayaking, lush golf courses, 17+ miles of trails for biking/hiking/running, Potter Park Zoo, and the sports, the arts and fine foods that comes from being near a major University, Michigan State University, there is a spot for everyone. The area is a short drive from Lake Michigan’s shore line where there is views of natural beauty, boating, fishing, and windsurfing.
THE BOARD OF WATER AND LIGHT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
