PLEASE TAKE NOTICE:  that the Town Board of the Town of New Baltimore is seeking persons interested in being appointed to the position of Part-Time Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) Operator.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Has responsibility during an assigned shift, for the operation and maintenance of a WWTP, performed under the general supervision of the Chief WWTP Operator.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:Starts, stops pumps and makes minor repairs to pumps, motors, air compressors,

  • and related mechanical and electrical machinery and equipment;
  • Records readings from meters, scales, gauges; Maintains log of plant operations and related records;
  • Treats and disposes of sludge; Operates trickling filters; Adds chlorine to sewage;
  • Samples sewage for testing; Makes necessary tests for control of plant operations;
  • Performs custodial duties in connection with maintenance of buildings and grounds, including simple, manual labor activities needed at the WWTP.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Applicants must possess a strong, working knowledge, and at least one year of satisfactory experience with the actual operation of a WWTP, the necessary practices and equipment used, and the following education/training and personal characteristics:

  • Current and valid license(s) from the New York State Department of Health,
    or any other necessary agency for sewer plant operation;
  • Completion of an appropriate course of instruction approved by
    the Commissioner of the Department of Environmental Conservation
  • Possession of or eligibility for a Grade 2 or 2A certificate issued under the provisions of the NYS Sanitary Code at the time of appointment
  • Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma;
  • Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions; mechanical aptitude; alertness and dependability;
  • Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position

HOURLY RATE:  $20 - $22, depending upon applicant experience; approximately 20 hours/week.
HOW TO APPLY:   A letter of intent for the position and a resume should be sent or delivered to Town Clerk Barbara Finke at New Baltimore Town Hall, 3809 County Route 51, Hannacroix, NY 12087 and must be received by the close of business on June 17, 2024.
All qualified applicants will be considered and interviewed for the position.