​Position Title: Water Treatment Plant Operator
Immediate Supervisor: Village Administrator
Normal Working Hours: 40+ hour week, weekend checks, some emergency calls.
Salary Range: $25.00-$33.00 per hour, based on certification and experience, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Credentials
Minimum Class 1 Water Operator License.
A Class 2 Wastewater License is also preferred, we would consider a class 1 wastewater.
 
The Village will consider lesser qualifications with the potential for hiring with incentives to obtain required operator levels.

• Operates, maintains and repairs equipment, lands and buildings.
• Monitor plant operations that include pumps, meters and chemical feed devices.
• Follows operational procedures including laboratory analysis and recording of information.
• Attends safety training and educational sessions.
• Operation of Village vehicles or equipment, maintenance and repair of any Village system.  The ability to operate a backhoe is a plus.  A CDL is preferred.
• Keep strict and accurate records.  Management of the asset management  plans.
• Assists Fiscal Office and Administration in the preparation and implementation of annual   capital improvements program and annual budget for maintaining water and wwtp systems.
• Flexibility to work in emergency situations.
• Valve exercising and other routine maintenance.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor(s), 10% of time may be spent in street    department.

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the work.
• Possess the necessary skills in the safe operation of equipment.
• Displays excellent interpersonal skills with co-workers and the public-at-large.
• Displays discipline and focus in the work environment.
• Ability to perform all required duties, both mentally and physically.
• Ability to work independently and is self-supporting.

 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Must be able work inside and outside the plant regardless of the weather.
• Ability to navigate steps and ladders inside and outside of the buildings.
• Ability to use fire hoses to clean tanks.
• Work done with a respirator while handling chemicals.
• Employees MUST communicate any malfunctions to administration immediately.
• Rounds are made daily checking filters, chemicals, pumps and tank levels.
• Conduct EPA required Water sampling. We currently contract through Masi labs. EPA certification to perform lab work is a plus.
• The knowledge and ability to change water meters, confined space experience and knowledge.

 
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:

• Basic water quality.
• Preferred knowledge of: water and wastewater distribution operations and maintenance procedures, methods, techniques and standards; equipment, tools and materials utilized in the maintenance function; safety practices and procedures; equipment operation and safety; SCADA and telemetry systems.
• Knowledge of basic public records.

Skill and Ability to:

• Ability to: define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; calculate fractions, decimals and percentages; communicate effectively in written or oral form; establish friendly atmosphere as crew leader of work unit; read blueprints; follow oral and written instructions; develop and maintain working relationship with associates, superiors and general public.
• Ability to: define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; calculate fractions, decimals and percentages; communicate effectively in written or oral form; establish friendly atmosphere as crew leader of work unit; read blueprints; follow oral and written instructions; develop and maintain working relationship with associates, superiors and general public.
• Must be capable of working alone or with others in assigned duties with minimal supervision.
• Must use basic math in the lab and through the plant.
• The ability to lift 50 pounds.
• The ability to access, change out, and repair meters in a confined space.
• Ability to prepare clear reports and keep accurate records. These include, but are not limited to, water and wastewater EPA and ODNR metric reporting.
• Ability to work flexible hours when an emergency response is required.

 
Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma required
• Valid State Driver's license, CDL preferred.
• The successful candidate must pass a background check and drug testing.
  
  

Benefits:
The Village of North Lewisburg offers a competitive benefits package, which includes:

• Health Insurance (full-time employees only)
• Direct Deposit Program
• Worker's Compensation Insurance
• $50,000 Term Life Insurance (full-time employees only)
• Holidays, Sick Time, Vacation Time & personal days
• Section 457 (b) Deferred Compensation Plans
• Ohio Public Employees Retirement (OPERS)
• Continuing education opportunities supported by the Village.
  
  

The deadline for application delivery is 4pm January 31, 2025.  Resumes can be emailed to [email protected] or mailed to-

     The Village of North Lewisburg
     PO Box 243
     North Lewisburg, OH 43060

​The Village of North Lewisburg Ordinance 242 requires all vehicles to be removed from streets and alleys if the snow fall exceeds two inches.  This will last for 48 hours following the snow fall.  This is to allow for complete clearing of streets and alleys. Thanks for your attention regarding this matter.

​The Village will begin crack sealing and spot paving after Nov. 1st, weather permitting.  Please approach work areas with caution.

COLUMBUS, OH (August 14, 2024) – North Lewisburg Ohio was recently awarded $28,288 in the second round of grant funding by Ohio EPA’s new H2Ohio Rivers Chloride Reduction Grant Program. This funding will be used for the purchase of equipment to include brine mixer, brine spreaders, street sweeper attachment and bucket.
 
This is part of the $2.7 million in grants for 52 Ohio communities announced on August 1, 2024, by Governor Mike DeWine to upgrade equipment and salt storage facilities. The H2Ohio Rivers Program is an expansion of Governor DeWine’s H2Ohio initiative. Part of the program is to reduce excessive road salt usage and encourage communities and jurisdictions responsible for winter road and surface maintenance to adopt salt best management practices. Applicants for these grants were able to apply for funding for either new salt equipment or storage facility construction to help alleviate costs to local governments across Ohio.

In May 2024, Ohio EPA announced 31 communities received $1.6 million in funding during the first round, which had over 260 applicants.

Recent water quality testing has shown that Ohio’s waterways are seeing an increase in salt concentrations, primarily due to the use of road salt. Salt can also cause nutrients and metals to detach from sediment, decreasing water quality. There are many drinking water facilities across the state that utilize river water for their source of drinking water. Water that is contaminated with road salt requires additional treatment. Additionally, road salt can cause issues with corrosion in pipes, valves, and other drinking water equipment.  Road salt also corrodes infrastructure like bridges and shortens the life of paved surfaces.
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Ohio EPA is excited about North Lewisburg's commitment to reducing salt in their community and protecting Ohio’s waterways.