What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Works/Steam Plant - Plant Auxiliary Operator Trainee position at City of Hampton?
he purpose of the class is to learn to perform a variety of duties in support of the operation of the Steam Plant. The class works under close supervision according to set procedures.
Minimum Requirements- High school diploma or GED.
- One (1) year of full-time equivalent experience in the operation of heavy automotive equipment (forklift, backhoe, dump truck, crane truck, etc), overhead bridge cranes or closely related experience preferred.
- Must meet the City’s required medical standards as determined by a licensed physician.
- This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City’s current substance abuse policy.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driver’s record based on the city of Hampton’s criteria.
- Must possess or have the ability to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B within 180 days of employment.
- Must successfully pass a background check related to this position prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
- Must be able to operate a crane stationed between 20-60 feet above ground.
- Work conditions can be disagreeable.
- Requires shift work to include nights, weekends, holidays and on-call emergency standby.
- This is a trainee position and incumbent will be placed in the next higher level position in Steam Plant Operations when the incumbent has met all of the qualification requirements and at the discretion of the plant manager.
- The incumbent may be considered “essential personnel” during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager which may include long hours and unusual schedules.
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Salary : $34,775 - $62,595