Alabaster is a thriving suburban city nestled in the heart of Alabama, ideally situated just 17 miles south of downtown Birmingham, making it a convenient and accessible hub for both business and family life. With a strong commitment to maintaining a safe, healthy, and wholesome environment, the City of Alabaster stands as a wonderful place to call home. As a premier regional shopping destination for central Alabama, Alabaster offers first-class amenities that cater to the needs of its residents and visitors alike. The city has experienced remarkable growth over the past few decades, reflecting its enduring appeal and its continued dedication to enhancing the quality of life for its community.
We're hiring a Wastewater Collections Apprentice to assist with the operation and maintenance of pump stations and sewer mains, ensuring uninterrupted flow of sanitary sewer influent to the Wastewater Treatment Plant for processing. This role operates in Alabaster and follows an onsite work arrangement. Key Responsibilities: - Perform preventative and corrective maintenance/repairs on pump stations, sewer mains, and manholes to ensure system reliability and compliance with environmental standards. - Conduct drain and sewer camera inspections, routinely inspect pump stations, log results, and maintain accurate records to support data-driven decision-making. - Respond to citizen requests involving sewer problems, diagnose issues, and coordinate repairs to minimize disruptions and maintain public satisfaction. - Operate equipment and utilize hand/power tools to perform routine maintenance, repairs, and identify equipment maintenance needs for optimal performance. - Assist with monitoring systems by reading gauges, graphs, meters, and control panels to ensure operational efficiency and early issue detection.
- Competitive salary range of $16.81 - $23.26 hourly based on experience, with consistent merit step increases and cost-of-living adjustments. - Comprehensive benefits including BCBS insurance with 90% covered by the city, life insurance, AD&D at no cost, and voluntary benefits. - Generous leave policy with 13 paid holidays per year, plus vacation and sick time, along with an out-of-zone waiver for Alabaster City Schools for dependents.
- High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience required. - Experience in equipment operation and a valid State driver’s license are mandatory for this role. - Must obtain a valid Alabama Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade I or Grade IC certification within one year of employment.
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