Job Opportunities

The Village of Nyack Board of Water Commissioners is seeking applicants for the position of ASSISTANT OPERATOR, GRADE II-A (WATER TREATMENT) This is a 7/24 rotating shift position of routine, technical work involving responsibility during the absence of the Chief Operator or while assigned to a specific shift, for the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of a Type A potable water treatment plant. The work is performed under the general supervision of the Chief Operator who has responsible charge of the complete and actual operation of the plant.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

• Operates pumps, valves, motors and related machinery and equipment.
• Performs maintenance work and makes minor repairs to machinery and equipment.
• Records readings of meters, gauges and scales.
• Performs custodial duties in connection with the maintenance of water treatment plant buildings and grounds.
• May supervise the work of laborers and other subordinate employees; May assist in the instruction of trainees.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Good knowledge of the practices used and the equipment required in the operation and maintenance of a Type A potable water treatment plant.
• Working knowledge of the principles and applications of physics, chemistry and bacteriology as they relate to water purification.
• Ability to operate and repair pumps, valves and related mechanical and electrical equipment ability to make routine laboratory and field tests for control of plant operation.
• Ability to read, understand and record data from gauges, scales and meters; ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions; mechanical
  aptitude; alertness and dependability.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Possession of a valid Grade II-A or higher (Water Treatment) certificate is preferable but we will train and qualify the right candidate.
• Certificate qualifications will require: 1. Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma. 2. Successful completion of appropriate level water treatment operator courses. 3. One (1) year of acceptable operating experience at a water treatment plant with facilities for filtration.

Other Requirements and Information:

• This is a Civil Service position. Candidate must pass a future civil service test to retain the position.
• Must maintain the Grade II-A (Water Treatment) certificate throughout the course of employment.
• Candidate must be a resident of Rockland County, New York.

Salary and Benefits:

• The Village of Nyack Water Department offers a competitive salary and benefits package in accordance with current Union Contract. 

How to Apply:

Applications are available online, at the Village of Nyack Water Department office or email Nyackwater@nyack-ny.gov

Click here to access the online application.

Position open until filled.