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Job Description
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Clark County Water Reclamation District is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the position of Part Time Program Assistant. Incumbents in this position will work in assigned Service Groups to obtain entry-level experience in the wastewater industry. Incumbents will work with professional level staff to acquire the knowledge and skills to assist them in becoming familiar with the wastewater treatment industry.
This recruitment will be used to fill current and futures vacancies at the Las Vegas, Nevada (Flamingo Water Resource Center) worksite location.
Automotive Fleet (Program Assistant)
Under the direction of the WRD Fleet Supervisor, incumbents will learn and perform a variety of basic and technical work in automotive fleet. Incumbents will have the opportunity to operate and maintain equipment, perform maintenance and repairs on vehicles and equipment, and carry out other activities related to the successful operation of an automotive fleet service group.
Wastewater Plant Operations (Program Assistant)
Under the direction of the WRD WW Plant Operations Supervisor, incumbents will learn and perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled work in operations. Incumbents will have the opportunity to operate and maintain equipment, monitor flow, learn wastewater treatment processes, conduct plant sampling, and carry out other activities related to the successful operation of a large wastewater treatment facility.
Wastewater Collection Systems (Program Assistant)
Under the direction of the WRD WW Collection Systems Supervisor, incumbents
will learn and perform a variety of skilled, semi-skilled and unskilled work in collection system operations. Incumbents will have the opportunity to operate and maintain a combination vacuum and jet-rod truck, assist with odor control maintenance and operations, support construction and repair activities, help with condition assessment, and carry out other activities related to the successful operation of a wastewater collection systems.
Centralized Maintenance/Lift Stations (Program Assistant)
Under the direction of the WRD Maintenance Supervisor, incumbents will learn and perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled work in maintenance operations. Incumbents will have the opportunity to operate and maintain equipment, learn wastewater treatment processes, and carry out electrical, HVAC, facility and mechanical maintenance or other activities related to the successful operation and maintenance of a large wastewater treatment facility and pumping stations.
Please Note: Part-time employment will not lead to permanent employment. Part-time hourly employees are used to fill positions normally less than twenty (20) hours per week. Part-time employees do not receive benefits.
This is an open and continuous recruitment; scheduling dates will vary depending on when the application was received and reviewed by Human Resources.
Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience: Applicants must be 18 years of age or older. Equivalent to graduation from high school.
Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application.
Working Conditions: Work outdoors in all weather conditions. Some positions may be exposed to hazardous chemicals and may be required to wear self-contained breathing equipment.
Licensing and Certification: Must possess a valid Class C Nevada Driver's License at the time of appointment.
Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted.
Medical Examination: Employment is contingent upon the results of an physical examination performed by our examining physician.
Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
General Program Assistant Tasks Performed in All Service Groups
Uses standard office equipment, including a computer. Will use standard Microsoft software such as Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Participates as an active member of a work team; assists other staff as required; performs additional duties as necessary.
The part time Program Assistant position functions as an entry-level position. Due to the diverse utilization of the position, incumbents in this classification may be assigned to any of the following Service Groups.
Automotive Fleet (Program Assistant)- Helps mechanic perform maintenance and repairs such as tune-ups and oil changes, checks tires and brakes, replaces spark plugs and engages in other similar tasks;
- Assists mechanic with electrical systems such as replacing batteries, starters, and lights;
- Test drives vehicles to ensure repairs are completed properly;
- Cleans the shop and returns tools to proper location;
- Inspects tools and equipment to ensure they are in working order; and
- Updates maintenance and repair logs for vehicles.
- Learns and performs the operation of pumps, valves, and other equipment by computer, hand or mechanical means to regulate the flow of wastewater through various preliminary, primary, secondary and tertiary treatment processes;
- Learns and performs the operation of solid processing equipment to separate liquids from solids;
- Performs daily rounds in the treatment process area of the plant; Inspects plant equipment and reports any failures or operating difficulties to the lead operator;
- May initiate work orders and request repairs in the computerized maintenance management system;
- Performs collection of samples of wastewater, scum, grit, sludge, and other materials;
- Properly records chain of custody information for samples delivered to the laboratory;
- Assists and may run process lab testing to determine daily efficiency of treatment processes and online instrumentation;
- Performs daily reading of meters, gauges, charts and instruments and documents all required information;
- Receives and unloads bulk chemicals, some of which are hazardous;
- Learns to interpret material safety data sheets (SDS) for all chemicals used on site;
- Performs general housekeeping duties and performs routine preventive maintenance of plant equipment, grounds, and facilities; and
- Performs record keeping functions such as logging information regarding plant operation, test results from process lab, maintenance work performed and unusual operating conditions in a logbook and or database.
- Assists with the operation of high-pressure jet rodding and vacuum equipment to clean sewers and storm drains, hydro-excavate around underground utilities and support other cleaning activities;
- Assists with all construction activities associated with pipeline and manhole repairs in roadways and easements, including paving;
- Performs heavy physical labor involved with loading/unloading supplies, equipment and materials;
- Assists in setting up and breaking down temporary traffic safety patterns, as directed;
- Assists in the operation and maintenance of odor control facilities;
- Installs and removes odor control manhole inserts and replaces carbon media;
- Performs basic maintenance of equipment, pumps and mechanical equipment;
- Assists in the operation of a closed-circuit camera truck to televise sanitary sewer lines; and
- Learns basic maintenance of all Collection Systems equipment.
- Performs preventive maintenance of pumps, valves, compressors, and other mechanical equipment that push the flow of wastewater through various preliminary, primary, secondary and tertiary treatment processes.
- Assists in the repair of pumps, valves, compressors, and other mechanical equipment;
- Performs maintenance on electrical equipment, HVAC equipment and facilities equipment;
- Assists with daily preventive maintenance electrical equipment, HVAC equipment and facilities equipment;
- Performs daily reading of meters, gauges, charts and instruments and documents all required information;
- Interprets material safety data sheets (SDS) for all chemicals used on site; and
- Performs general housekeeping duties and performs routine preventive maintenance of plant equipment, grounds, and facilities.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Mobility to work in a typical plant operation and/or field construction and maintenance setting, including operating typical trade and construction equipment, hand and power tools; Ability to use standard office equipment, and to drive a motor vehicle to various work sites; May be required to work on roadways; Stamina to stand, walk and climb and to work in confined or awkward spaces for an extended period of time; strength to lift and maneuver materials and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds with proper equipment; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over a radio or telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.
PART-TIME AND TEMPORARY EMPLOYEES DO NOT RECEIVE BENEFITS.
Closing Date/Time: 11/5/2024 5:00 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Clark County Water Reclamation District
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The Organization
The District is the largest wastewater agency in the State of Nevada, serving more than 260,000 business and residential accounts. The majority of our residential and commercial customers are within the Las Vegas Valley, which includes the world famous resort corridor known as the "Las Vegas Strip." We also serve the communities of Blue Diamond, Indian Springs, Laughlin, Moapa Valley, and Searchlight. We have two water resource centers; Flamingo Water Resource Center, and Laughlin Water Resource Center. All other facilities are treatment facilities.
The District's collection (network of pipes and pumps) system totals more than 2,100 miles of pipeline and 23 pumping stations to deliver the wastewater from the homes and businesses to one of the six treatment facilities. An especially important aspect of our operation is the treatment facility serving the Las Vegas Valley. The largest of our facilities, (and in Nevada) the Flamingo Water Resource Center, ensures the wastewater meets high treatment levels allowing the reclaimed water to be discharged to the Las Vegas Wash and back into Lake Mead. Lake Mead is the drinking water source for more than 95% of the population and businesses in Clark County. The stringent treatment standards are set to protect the community's drinking water supply as well as the recreational uses of Lake Mead and the downstream communities along the Colorado River.
District Formation
Created by judicial decree in 1954, the District operates as a general improvement district under Nevada Revised Statutes. Originally titled the Clark County Sanitation District, wastewater treatment operations began in 1956. Through a series of legislative actions, our service boundaries were set to include all unincorporated areas of Clark County. The purpose of the District is to ensure the collection, treatment and reclamation of wastewater so it can safely be returned it to the environment. We have been granted the authority to levy taxes, sell bonds, create assessment districts, and the right of eminent domain. The District's bond covenants provide that rates and charges be sufficient to cover operation and maintenance costs and general expenses, including principal and interest payments on outstanding bonds. In January 2003, we changed our name to the Clark County Water Reclamation District to better reflect our mission and purpose.
Governance
The Clark County Water Reclamation District is governed by the Clark County Commissioners, a seven member board, who by statute serve as the ex-officio Board of Trustees (the Board), for the District. The Board establishes policy, approve budgets and conduct public hearings to establish the rates and fees charged by us. We bill our rate payers, collect revenue and administer operation and capital funds. While given the statutory authorization to assess ad valorem taxes, the District has not done so, relying upon fees and charges to fund the operations, maintenance and capital programs. We have the authority to levy taxes, sell bonds, create assessment districts, and the right of eminent domain.
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