Employment Opportunities
As employment opportunities with the Village of Penn Yan become available, they will be published here.
Water Treatment Plant Operator
Full time position // $29.45 - 33.86 per hour. The work involves responsibility during an assigned shift for the efficient operation and maintenance of a Type A Water Treatment Plant containing facilities for filtration with pretreatment or a chemical softening process. The work is performed under general supervision permitting some exercise of independent judgment in carrying out the details of the work. Supervision may be exercised over subordinate employees in the performance of their assigned duties. Does related work as required. Knowledge, skills and abilities:
Minimum Qualifications
a) Graduation from high school or possession of a New York State high school equivalency diploma; AND
b) Completion of a Grade II-A Water Treatment Plant Operator Certification Course approved by the New York State Department of Health; AND
c) At least one year of satisfactory experience in the actual operation of a water treatment plant.
Applicants must provide proof of their current and valid Grade II-A Water Treatment Plant Operator Certification at time of application. Apply by August 2, 2024. Visit mycivilservice.yatescounty.org/jobopps to apply online.
- Good knowledge of the practices used and the equipment required in the operation and maintenance of a Type A Water
- Treatment Plant containing facilities for filtration with pretreatment or a chemical softening process;
- Working knowledge of the principles and applications of physics, chemistry and bacteriology as they relate to water
- purification;
- Skill in the operation and repair of pumps, valves and related mechanical and electrical equipment;
- Ability to make routine laboratory and field tests for control of plant operation;
- Ability to read, understand and record data from gauges, scales and meters;
- Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instruction;
- Mechanical aptitude;
- Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
Minimum Qualifications
a) Graduation from high school or possession of a New York State high school equivalency diploma; AND
b) Completion of a Grade II-A Water Treatment Plant Operator Certification Course approved by the New York State Department of Health; AND
c) At least one year of satisfactory experience in the actual operation of a water treatment plant.
Applicants must provide proof of their current and valid Grade II-A Water Treatment Plant Operator Certification at time of application. Apply by August 2, 2024. Visit mycivilservice.yatescounty.org/jobopps to apply online.
Line Crew Chief
The Village of Penn Yan has an opening for one (1) Line Crew Chief. The position is currently filled but we are recruiting for succession planning. This is a competitive NYS Civil Service position that is full time, 40 hours per week and subject to Civil Service rules for eligibility.
This position is offering UP TO A $25,000 RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION BONUS
The applicant will supervise the Line Crew; manage the operational budget and maintain an adequate inventory for the Electric Department; must be able to perform skilled work in the construction and maintenance of electrical overhead and underground distribution systems, including the rebuilding and maintenance of electrical substations. The work requires climbing poles, working in all kinds of weather conditions and rigid observance of safety precautions to protect the lives of themselves and others.
Compensation rate is $48.40 - $54.65 hourly rate, dependent on years of experience, Penn Yan also offers a competitive benefits package. (Details shown below)
Competitive insurance that includes health and dental
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Either:
a) Graduation from a regionally accredited NYS college or university with an Associate’s degree or higher in Engineering Science, Engineering Technology, Construction Technology or closely related field; AND five (5) years of experience in construction, installation, maintenance and/or operation of an electrical utility distribution system as a Lineworker, one (1) year of which involved supervision; OR
b) Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma; AND seven (7) years of the experience as described in (a), one (1) year of which involved supervision; OR c) An equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the limits of (a) and (b) above.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
a) Possession of a valid NYS Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) at time of application. Such license must be maintained in good standing throughout the tenure of employment in the position.
b) Qualified Electric Person (QEP)
Candidate will be subject to drug and alcohol testing prior to employment. Interested applicants should apply by submitting an application to the Yates County Personnel Office at 417 Liberty St, Penn Yan, NY 14527 or online at mycivilservice.yatescounty.org/jobopps
This position is offering UP TO A $25,000 RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION BONUS
The applicant will supervise the Line Crew; manage the operational budget and maintain an adequate inventory for the Electric Department; must be able to perform skilled work in the construction and maintenance of electrical overhead and underground distribution systems, including the rebuilding and maintenance of electrical substations. The work requires climbing poles, working in all kinds of weather conditions and rigid observance of safety precautions to protect the lives of themselves and others.
Compensation rate is $48.40 - $54.65 hourly rate, dependent on years of experience, Penn Yan also offers a competitive benefits package. (Details shown below)
Competitive insurance that includes health and dental
- Vacation Time: After 1 year of continuous employment earn 2 weeks (80 hours) paid vacation - Graduated scale thereafter based on longevity
- Earn 8 hours of sick time each month to accumulate to 240 days that may be used for a retirement cash benefit or health insurance premiums
- Receive 40 hours personal time June 1st of each year. Unused personal hours will rollover to sick hours annually on June 1st.
- Step Pay Scale: Advance 1 Step upon each anniversary of hire date current pay increases for Steps:1-4, 9, 13, 18, 22,25,27
- New York State Disability Insurance
- 12.5 paid holidays on top of time earned
- NYS Employees Retirement System
- Flexible shifts Monday-Friday with on-call availability
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Either:
a) Graduation from a regionally accredited NYS college or university with an Associate’s degree or higher in Engineering Science, Engineering Technology, Construction Technology or closely related field; AND five (5) years of experience in construction, installation, maintenance and/or operation of an electrical utility distribution system as a Lineworker, one (1) year of which involved supervision; OR
b) Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma; AND seven (7) years of the experience as described in (a), one (1) year of which involved supervision; OR c) An equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the limits of (a) and (b) above.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
a) Possession of a valid NYS Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) at time of application. Such license must be maintained in good standing throughout the tenure of employment in the position.
b) Qualified Electric Person (QEP)
Candidate will be subject to drug and alcohol testing prior to employment. Interested applicants should apply by submitting an application to the Yates County Personnel Office at 417 Liberty St, Penn Yan, NY 14527 or online at mycivilservice.yatescounty.org/jobopps
Volunteer Board Member
Serving the Penn Yan community. Did you know that the Village of Penn Yan has five active boards that are dependent on volunteer members? Contributing to your community as a board member can be a meaningful experience. One where you can gain first-hand knowledge in government proceedings while assisting in important community decision-making. Four of the Village’s five boards typically meet once monthly or less. The boards include; Municipal Utilities Board, Planning Board, Historic Preservation Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals and Tree Board. Interested in learning more? Please contact the Village of Penn Yan clerk to let us know that you are curious about serving your community as a board member by calling 315-536-3015.
The Village of Penn Yan is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace.