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City of Granger recently issued the following announcement.

The City of Granger, Iowa is searching for a Full-Time Wastewater/Public Works employee.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:

Ensure that all sewer systems within the City of Granger are functionally operable and serviceable to the community in an environmentally safe and personal non-risk manner.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

1. Operate Grade III (3) Activated Sludge Wastewater Facility (New Spring 2016)
2. Respond to emergency calls as necessary, locate, diagnose problems, and correct issues.
3. Inspect and maintain sanitary sewers.
4. Perform general ground maintenance work such as mow, trim, spray weeds, and snow removal.
5. Locate and mark sewer utilities per One-Call requirements.
6. Observe and enforce safety precautions.
7. Operate trucks, tractors, and other motorized equipment of comparable size and complexity.
8. Perform related duties as required.
9. May be temporarily assigned to work with other departments as needed.
10. The Wastewater Treatment Plant is a 24 hour per day/7 day a week operation. Employees may be called into work at any time day or night and on any day of the week.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

1. Follow and adhere to the City Code of Ordinances
2. Must be able to lift objects weighing more than 90# on an occasional basis and carry them up to 10 feet unassisted.
3. Must be able to sit, stand, listen, and climb for prolonged periods.
4. Complete or maintain required CEU’s.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High school education or GED equivalency.
2. Must have the ability to acquire and maintain a valid Iowa Class A CDL within 6 months of hire.
3. Must participate in and be able to pass required drug and alcohol screening program as part of the CDL requirements.
4. Must be willing to be on-call nights and weekends per rotational schedule.
5. Minimum Grade I (1) Wastewater certification preferred, with ability to obtain Grade III (3) within set time frame.
6. Acquire and maintain certifications in Grade I (1) Water Treatment and Distribution within 24 months of hire.

Please send cover letter, resume and completed application to cityclerkgranger@outlook.com or you may drop them off at Granger City Hall 1906 Main St, Granger, IA 50109. Materials will be reviewed as they are submitted through January 10, 2022.

Click HERE for the job application.

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