Bard College seeks an Assistant Chief Water & Sewer Treatment Plant Operator who is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and system supervision of the following: all aspects of Grade 2 Sewer Treatment, Surface Water Treatment Plant, site water treatment, water feature support services and the operation/maintenance of the College swimming pool.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following

·Operate/maintain RBCs, clarifiers, filters, valves, tanks, chemical feed
equipment, pumps, PLC and SCADA systems as well as water distribution systems (system valves, hydrants and backflow devices)

·Perform testing/sampling and laboratory work for compliance, ensuring that final sewer effluent quality and finished water quality meets or exceeds EPA and New York State Department of Health standards.

·Maintain sanitation standards of work areas within treatment plants, associated equipment rooms and all related facilities.

·Perform all required maintenance on water features, ensuring the proper water quality and chemistry.

·Report specific deficiencies and unsafe conditions and maintain records
including graphs/charts, meter readings and test results for monthly water treatment

·Operate vehicles for transportation of materials and equipment

·Operate required mechanical equipment related to specific duties.

·Maintain chemical and spare parts inventory/retain necessary records for the acquisition and the inventory of materials as required.

·Assist other trades within the Buildings & Grounds department for the harmonious and expeditious completion of specific assignments.

·Must have own hand tools to perform duties as required.

·Perform other related work as assigned and work overtime as required.

·Complete all projects in accordance to standards for safety and efficiency as established by Bard College.

·Must be a high school graduate or the equivalent.

·Maintain the following NYSDOH licenses: llA Sewer Operators Certification, lIA-SW/GUl Filtration Plant, D-Distribution System and Backflow Device Test Certification

·Must possess comprehensive knowledge of EPA and New York State Department of Health standards, current codes and regulations.

·Must be proficient with computers and SCADA programs.

·Possesses good communication, interpersonal and comprehension skills

·Lift equipment certification desirable—willingness to pursue lift equipment certification is acceptable.

·Must have valid NY State driver's license

Physical Requirements

·Normal vision range, including the ability to see color and the ability to distinguish letters, numbers and symbols

·Normal hearing range

·Ability to use and carry job related tools and equipment

·Manual dexterity to operate job related tools and equipment

·Ability to stand and walk for duration of the day

·Frequent bending, stooping, and reaching above the head as well as climbing ladders and stairs

·Lifting, transporting, pushing, pulling and maneuvering large loads weighing up to
50 pounds with or without assistance

·Hand/eye coordination and depth perception

Please upload a cover letter, resume and list of three professional references to Interfolio at: http://apply.interfolio.com/119702

Bard College is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from those who contribute to our diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, mental, or physical disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, familial status, veteran status, or genetic information.

Bard is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for all individuals in employment practices, services, programs, and activities.

About Bard College

Building on a 150-year history as a competitive and innovative undergraduate institution, Bard College's mission has expanded across the country, around the world, and to meet broader student needs.Now, approximately 2,000 undergraduates study in Annandale and more than 200 graduate students study in Bard programs, plus nearly 1,000 students in our early colleges. Total enrollment for Bard College and its global affiliates is approximately 5,000 students. The undergraduate program at our main campus in the Hudson River Valley of upstate New York retains a reputation for scholarly excellence and civic engagement. We are committed to enriching culture, public life, and democratic discourse by training tomorrow's thought leaders.

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