Attendant II

Salary: $28.44 - $33.89 Hourly

Location : Wallingford

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 202400153

Department: Public Utilities

Division: Sewer Division

Opening Date: 07/25/2025

Closing Date: 8/12/2025 5:00 PM Eastern

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Operates, maintains, inspects, cleans and performs basic repairs on all equipment, pumps, motors and machinery related to the wastewater treatment processes and facility. Performs sampling and laboratory analysis as required for operational control. Conducts periodic and scheduled readings of supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems, and reads and interprets gauges, meters and control panels for treatment plant equipment and processes. Maintains accurate and precise documentation of treatment facility equipment and process functions, such as shift logs, and meter and gauge readings. Performs the work of a lower classification as required. Shall be responsible for process operation during a specific tour of duty. Performs simple electrical, plumbing, masonry and carpentry work as required. Performs all work in a safe, efficient manner. Performs other related work as assigned.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES: Upon completion of the probationary period will be subject to "on-call" duty, emergency calls or scheduled overtime work as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Ability and aptitude to understand and follow complex written and oral instructions. Knowledge of wastewater treatment principles and processes, and laboratory analysis. Knowledge of equipment and machinery operation and maintenance used in wastewater treatment facilities. Knowledge of local and State regulations concerning municipal wastewater treatment. Must be able to perform all physical requirements of the position, including working outside in inclement weather. Good ability to learn and apply new skills, and adapt to new methodologies and technology. Good ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, other municipal employees and the general public.

QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or high school equivalency diploma. A State of Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) Class II Operator or higher certification; or a Class II Operator-in-Training or higher certification.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must maintain the Class II Operator certification in good standing.

Must possess and maintain a valid Connecticut motor vehicle operator's license.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

TO APPLY: Please visit

Applications are also available at the Department of Human Resources located in Room #301 of the Town Hall, 45 South Main Street, Wallingford, CT 06492.

EXAMINATION: Written - 100% or Oral - 100% or Background Evaluation - 100% or Written - 50%/Oral - 50% or Written - 50%/Background Evaluation - 50% or Oral - 50%/Background Evaluation - 50%

Town of Wallingford, CT

45 South Main Street, Wallingford, CT 06492

The Town of Wallingford offers an excellent fringe benefits package that includes pension plan, paid sick and vacation time, individual and family medical insurance, employer paid life insurance, 13 paid holidays, and optional 457 deferred compensation plan.